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Forum: ATC Issues
7th Sep 2018, 10:12
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Hi all. I failed the DART test on my Stage 2 some...

Hi all. I failed the DART test on my Stage 2 some time back; does anyone know the current situation regarding re-applying? It used to be a 2 year wait.
Forum: ATC Issues
11th Jun 2017, 20:07
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

There were when I did it. I can't remember if it...

There were when I did it. I can't remember if it was more than one, but it wasn't lots.
Forum: ATC Issues
31st May 2017, 21:02
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

While the NATS games give an idea of having to...

While the NATS games give an idea of having to deal with multiple 'aircraft' and avoiding tunnel vision, I wouldn't put too much effort into practising them. The games require quick reactions, but...
Forum: ATC Issues
7th Feb 2017, 19:55
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

It might depend on what stage you fail at? ...

It might depend on what stage you fail at?

As for stage 2, exam 1 (written) and exam 2 (FEAST) are straight forward: read the information booklet for the former, and not much you can do to prep...
Forum: ATC Issues
26th Jan 2017, 16:09
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

I would just go for it. You can't really prepare...

I would just go for it. You can't really prepare for Stage 2 anymore than you can for Stage 1, with the exception of the written test; but 2 weeks is plenty of time to prepare for that.
Forum: ATC Issues
15th Jan 2017, 14:10
Replies: 1,664
Views: 1,115,047
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

I'm pretty sure you're not able to apply to...

I'm pretty sure you're not able to apply to another ANSP that uses the Eurocontrol tests, I'm afraid.
Forum: ATC Issues
13th Nov 2016, 11:37
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Freddie: this site has examples of what you'll...

Freddie: this site has examples of what you'll encounter on the stage 0 test https://www.savilleconsulting.com/PracticeTests
Forum: ATC Issues
3rd Nov 2016, 17:49
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Correct, you can't really prepare for FEAST and...

Correct, you can't really prepare for FEAST and DART.

With regard to the knowledge test, I would learn as much detail as you can. While I wouldn't describe the test as difficult, you can easily...
Forum: ATC Issues
2nd Nov 2016, 19:54
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Aww so sorry to hear that, especially as you did...

Aww so sorry to hear that, especially as you did so well to be one of the 1 in 100 or so to get through. I guess it's only a bright side for me if I get through the second time!

I originally...
Forum: ATC Issues
27th Oct 2016, 12:07
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

I passed the written test and FEAST yesterday......

I passed the written test and FEAST yesterday... but got the dreaded email this morning saying I'd failed DART.

If anyone's got ideas for other interesting aviation related careers (I have a...
Forum: ATC Issues
7th Oct 2016, 11:59
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Well I bit the bullet, applied and I'm through...

Well I bit the bullet, applied and I'm through stage 1. Unfortunately, there are no dates for stage 2 at the moment. The waiting game begins....
Forum: ATC Issues
30th Sep 2016, 11:35
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

djblu1980...

djblu1980 (http://www.pprune.org/members/457763-djblu1980) thanks for the info. House wise it's... complicated! I won't bore you with the details. I've started the application process at any rate;...
Forum: ATC Issues
28th Sep 2016, 18:35
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Can anyone give an idea as to how long the...

Can anyone give an idea as to how long the application process is taking at the moment? I've read back some more through this thread and seems it used to be very slow, but is now better.

I wasn't...
Forum: ATC Issues
16th Sep 2016, 17:46
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,736,223
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Hi guys. I hope you don't mind me asking as it's...

Hi guys. I hope you don't mind me asking as it's a bit off topic but I'm looking to apply next year and I've got a question about what happens should you be successful:

NATS make it clear that you...
Forum: Rumours & News
29th Dec 2014, 18:15
Replies: 243
Views: 266,738
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

The videos above appear to confirm this. The...

The videos above appear to confirm this. The right outboard elevator remains neutral while the others are commanded nose up during the landing roll. I believe system 4 is the only system that feeds...
Forum: Rumours & News
7th Jul 2013, 21:33
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,194,650
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Indeed. The ILS isn't a safety aid, it's an aid...

Indeed. The ILS isn't a safety aid, it's an aid to fly to lower minimums safely; which doesn't apply here as it was VMC anyway.
Forum: Rumours & News
7th Jul 2013, 10:19
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,194,650
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Do we know who the handling pilot was? Perhaps...

Do we know who the handling pilot was? Perhaps another case of Captain getting it wrong and the F/O not speaking up?
Forum: Private Flying
20th Jun 2012, 16:00
Replies: 23
Views: 6,060
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

No worries, I know about the BFR; when I say...

No worries, I know about the BFR; when I say 'good to go', I didn't mean solo, just that I'm in a position to start logging hours :ok:
Forum: Private Flying
20th Jun 2012, 15:55
Replies: 23
Views: 6,060
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Thanks guys. One last question; does my...

Thanks guys. One last question; does my application 'expire' after a while? i.e. if I apply now am I ok to collect in October (which is when I'll be there)?
Forum: Private Flying
19th Jun 2012, 18:07
Replies: 23
Views: 6,060
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Where to pickup FAA piggyback license? (Flight Standards District Offices)

Hi guys,

I think I know the unfortunate answer but wanted to check; I'm hoping to apply for a piggypack FAA license on the basis of my JAA PPL. It seems I need to nominate a Flight Standards...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Apr 2012, 16:20
Replies: 21
Views: 3,276
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

This is a good idea. Worth doing before your trip...

This is a good idea. Worth doing before your trip to Earls Colne as it isn't easy to spot; however there's a golf course to the south which makes things easier if you know it's there.

Enjoy your...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Apr 2012, 17:23
Replies: 124
Views: 17,139
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Couple of questions from a low hours PPL: A...

Couple of questions from a low hours PPL:

A stall during an EFATO when properly trimmed has to be induced by the pilot pulling back, allowing speed to bleed off. From my limited experience flying...
Forum: Medical & Health
30th Mar 2012, 15:19
Replies: 7
Views: 2,771
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Cardiac MRI in the SE

Hi guys.

I'm attempting to obtain a class 1 medical. The CAA require an MRI of my aorta (I have a borderline coarctation). The problem is I'm going to have to get it done privately, and it's...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Mar 2012, 17:06
Replies: 4
Views: 1,007
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Thanks david. I've seen the links to FBOs on...

Thanks david. I've seen the links to FBOs on Airnav before, but the websites are generally awful and tell you very little, at least with respect to aircraft hire; I'll give it a go though.
Forum: Private Flying
7th Mar 2012, 15:57
Replies: 4
Views: 1,007
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Excellent, thanks. Seems so few FBOs have...

Excellent, thanks. Seems so few FBOs have websites it's a real stuggle to get information.
Forum: Private Flying
6th Mar 2012, 18:27
Replies: 19
Views: 1,657
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Out of interest, what's prompting you to TO with...

Out of interest, what's prompting you to TO with flaps? Unless you've got a particularly short or soft takeoff run, flaps up is generally best, I believe.
Forum: Private Flying
6th Mar 2012, 17:15
Replies: 19
Views: 1,657
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Not quite sure if I understand your question...

Not quite sure if I understand your question completely, but flaps reduce L/D ratio. Therefore you'll always glide further clean.
Forum: Private Flying
5th Mar 2012, 18:50
Replies: 4
Views: 1,007
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Flying - Tucson

Hi guys.

I'm off to Arizona later this year and want to do some hour building while I'm in Tucson.

Does anyone have any FBOs to recommend? Tucson Int looks like it's got GA there and that would...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Jan 2012, 10:42
Replies: 84
Views: 9,263
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

I'm not a professional pilot but I can give you...

I'm not a professional pilot but I can give you the gist. Generally airliners will have at least two autopilots, sometimes three, each with their own air data, inertial reference data inputs,...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Jan 2012, 08:20
Replies: 22
Views: 6,130
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

The Wikipedia article is still true for UK...

The Wikipedia article is still true for UK airspace; A-E is controlled, with most VFR taking place in class G. ATC is often available in class G also.
Forum: Private Flying
13th Dec 2011, 15:56
Replies: 59
Views: 17,278
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Eh? If you lean past peak, CHTs will get cooler...

Eh? If you lean past peak, CHTs will get cooler not hotter, so that statement requires a qualification for it to make sense.
Forum: Private Flying
12th Dec 2011, 16:45
Replies: 59
Views: 17,278
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

How would you damage an engine from 'over...

How would you damage an engine from 'over leaning'?
Forum: Private Flying
10th Dec 2011, 14:14
Replies: 59
Views: 17,278
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

Just wondering, why would a valve stick from LOP...

Just wondering, why would a valve stick from LOP operation?
Forum: Private Flying
10th Dec 2011, 10:13
Replies: 59
Views: 17,278
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

This site is quite an eye opener: Pelican's Perch...

This site is quite an eye opener: Pelican's Perch - More Stories (http://www.avweb.com/news/pelican/list.html)

Following on from that...



What do you mean by 'too lean'? that doesn't appear...
Forum: Private Flying
7th Dec 2011, 17:45
Replies: 9
Views: 1,713
Posted By Flamin_Squirrel

This worked well for me: www.pplquiz.co.uk

This worked well for me: www.pplquiz.co.uk
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