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Forum: Rumours & News
21st Sep 2015, 16:19
Replies: 126
Views: 63,584
Posted By TrafficPilot

This "steeper glideslope" nonsense won't make a...

This "steeper glideslope" nonsense won't make a jot of difference to those living anywhere near the LHR approach path. A poor attempt at a "sweetener" from those intent on building a third runway at...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Apr 2015, 14:20
Replies: 16
Views: 5,997
Posted By TrafficPilot

Old Buckenham - Accident

Just getting reports here of an accident involving a "light aircraft" at Old Buckenham.

EDIT: Social media reporting an aerobatic aircraft has crashed on the airfield.

EDIT:

Oh dear not...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
27th Mar 2014, 16:23
Replies: 109
Views: 35,646
Posted By TrafficPilot

EGLC back open.

EGLC back open.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
27th Mar 2014, 16:09
Replies: 109
Views: 35,646
Posted By TrafficPilot

Am keeping an eye on the TFL camera nearby...

Am keeping an eye on the TFL camera nearby looking at the RW09.

The aircraft has been towed off. They're just checking for debris. Should be back open again soon.
Forum: Private Flying
19th Feb 2014, 16:03
Replies: 611
Views: 144,138
Posted By TrafficPilot

Ah what a pity. Was looking forward to a new free...

Ah what a pity. Was looking forward to a new free set of headphones. Took them three hours to cancel it though. I wonder if they take bitcoins..:p
Forum: Private Flying
18th Feb 2014, 20:16
Replies: 611
Views: 144,138
Posted By TrafficPilot

Have been following this thread since the...

Have been following this thread since the beginning...luckily am not a victim of Proviation. Thanks to all contributors for helping me to avoid them!

During an idle moment earlier I thought I'd...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Sep 2011, 14:54
Replies: 1
Views: 1,995
Posted By TrafficPilot

Thread already running in Private Flying. ...

Thread already running in Private Flying.

http://www.pprune.org/private-flying/462598-light-aircraft-down-near-sibson.html
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Sep 2011, 14:19
Replies: 35
Views: 13,422
Posted By TrafficPilot

Light aircraft down near Sibson

Getting reports here of the A1 closed at Wansford due to a light aircraft accident close to Sibson Airfield.

Hope all are ok.

Adam

UPDATE: A1 closed in both directions due to the aircraft...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Feb 2011, 17:00
Replies: 20
Views: 18,966
Posted By TrafficPilot

When I was learning to fly I started on the 152...

When I was learning to fly I started on the 152 but moved on to the PA28 as I found it a roomier and more comfortable environment to train in (I'm 6'2" with long legs).

I find the PA28 better in...
Forum: Rumours & News
10th Feb 2011, 20:22
Replies: 1,357
Views: 809,133
Posted By TrafficPilot

Blimay! I came here for informed opinion and...

Blimay!

I came here for informed opinion and am getting more accurate info from SKY!

Please please please PPRUNE close this forum to non aviation professionals. It is embarassing reading the...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Feb 2011, 16:37
Replies: 47
Views: 6,649
Posted By TrafficPilot

Given that ALL the best airplanes are American...

Given that ALL the best airplanes are American designed/built he is quite right to call them Airplanes.
:http://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/src:www.pprune.org/get/images/smilies/evil.gif

Panda
...
Forum: Private Flying
19th Jan 2011, 13:27
Replies: 37
Views: 4,239
Posted By TrafficPilot

I had an slightly frightening experience as a PPL...

I had an slightly frightening experience as a PPL student/passenger a few years back.

I'd applied to fill a seat on a fly-in to a small unlicensed grass strip in the Midlands. I'd never met the...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
17th Jan 2011, 18:23
Replies: 26
Views: 8,275
Posted By TrafficPilot

As an aside - for anyone with Microsoft FSX who's...

As an aside - for anyone with Microsoft FSX who's missing these impressive aircraft - a variety of Nimrod models have just been released as freeware by SimShed.

Simshed...
Forum: Private Flying
17th Jan 2011, 17:22
Replies: 55
Views: 6,195
Posted By TrafficPilot

I've noticed a lack of "thank you's" from...

I've noticed a lack of "thank you's" from aircraft on RT even late at night when it's quiet and they've been offered a direct short-cut in the cruise. The odd "thanks for your help" or "cheers" would...
Forum: Cabin Crew
17th Jan 2011, 15:15
Replies: 11
Views: 5,820
Posted By TrafficPilot

I wasn't that impressed with the first show at...

I wasn't that impressed with the first show at Xmas but it has got more amusing recently.

Precious the coffee stall woman is particularly funny as are the husband and wife team bickering in the...
Forum: Tech Log
31st Dec 2010, 17:54
Replies: 316
Views: 84,367
Posted By TrafficPilot

What a wonderful thread! I've spent the last...

What a wonderful thread!

I've spent the last couple of days enjoying reading all your memories of the lovely Trident.

petermcleland (http://www.pprune.org/members/174682-petermcleland) you have...
Forum: Rumours & News
3rd Aug 2010, 19:51
Replies: 101
Views: 41,517
Posted By TrafficPilot

Monarch-Engine fire Birmingham UK

BBC News - 'Engine fire' on Monarch plane at Birmingham Airport (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-10860160)

Not much info at the moment.
Forum: Rumours & News
28th Jul 2010, 12:57
Replies: 3
Views: 4,024
Posted By TrafficPilot

sometimes in aviation, when it rains , it poors. ...

sometimes in aviation, when it rains , it poors.

Or even pours?

Or was that meant to be ironic:hmm:
Forum: Private Flying
20th Jul 2010, 15:57
Replies: 582
Views: 111,463
Posted By TrafficPilot

I'll fly P2 with him..... On Microsoft...

I'll fly P2 with him.....

On Microsoft Flight Sim FSX!:ok:
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
20th Jul 2010, 14:26
Replies: 5
Views: 1,532
Posted By TrafficPilot

Hi Obs cop I also recommend a peek at...

Hi Obs cop

I also recommend a peek at ebuyer.com - have been buying my PC components/systems there for years now.

I play Call Of Duty 4 and use FSX occasionally but you'd be hard-pressed to...
Forum: ATC Issues
5th Jul 2010, 14:57
Replies: 13
Views: 3,184
Posted By TrafficPilot

I still hear other Pilots accepting directs to...

I still hear other Pilots accepting directs to "The Pole". Many have used that term for years.

I suppose it could could cause some confusion for non UK based flights.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
1st Jul 2010, 15:56
Replies: 82
Views: 10,427
Posted By TrafficPilot

I started "spotting" aircraft when I was about 8...

I started "spotting" aircraft when I was about 8 years old!

I remember buying the Ian Allan "reg" books from around 10 years old. There was enormous satisfaction (at the time) in managing to spot...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Jun 2010, 17:42
Replies: 13
Views: 1,738
Posted By TrafficPilot

Another thumbs up for TPC. I learnt to fly...

Another thumbs up for TPC.

I learnt to fly with them a few years ago. Great instructors, very well maintained aircraft.

PM me if you want any further info.

Cheers

Adam
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
3rd Jun 2010, 14:33
Replies: 112
Views: 27,590
Posted By TrafficPilot

Skipness One Echo said: "the Yupiteru...

Skipness One Echo said:

"the Yupiteru MVT-7100 which doesn't have great reception at all as it tries to do too much."

Don't quite understand what you mean can you elaborate?

I've used the...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
25th May 2010, 16:59
Replies: 112
Views: 27,590
Posted By TrafficPilot

simonchowder does sound rather like a failed...

simonchowder does sound rather like a failed spotter..

Did he scald someone with his thermos of coffee on a viewing balcony somewhere?

Maybe he poked someone's eye out with his airband radio...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
20th May 2010, 16:27
Replies: 112
Views: 27,590
Posted By TrafficPilot

Capetonian if you perform a whois request on...

Capetonian if you perform a whois request on liveatc.net you'll see that the website is based in the United States. The radio communication laws in the U.S.A are less antiquated than they are here in...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
20th May 2010, 15:40
Replies: 112
Views: 27,590
Posted By TrafficPilot

I also use a Yupiteru MVT-7100 - best airband...

I also use a Yupiteru MVT-7100 - best airband receiver I've ever used (pretty good for other bands as well!).

Only available second hand now sadly. I picked mine up from someone on eBay.

And...
Forum: Private Flying
20th May 2010, 14:33
Replies: 62
Views: 20,327
Posted By TrafficPilot

Hi Andrew I totally understand the...

Hi Andrew

I totally understand the dizzyness/nausea thing. I suffered the same when I was learning to fly.

I'm 6'2" and found the 152 quite uncomfortable for long training sessions so...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
26th Apr 2010, 17:20
Replies: 13
Views: 5,794
Posted By TrafficPilot

Maybe worth correcting the spelling on your...

Maybe worth correcting the spelling on your thread title first:ok:
Forum: Rumours & News
15th Apr 2010, 17:54
Replies: 3,110
Views: 1,588,503
Posted By TrafficPilot

We've played safe this afternoon and kept our...

We've played safe this afternoon and kept our spotter plane grounded and safely wrapped up in the hangar.

Oxford Airport was closed until approx 3pm. Now open to VFR only max 2500 ft.

Had one...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
14th Apr 2010, 17:17
Replies: 4
Views: 1,095
Posted By TrafficPilot

Amazing:eek: We're all "ooohing" and...

Amazing:eek:

We're all "ooohing" and "aaahing" watching this in our Ops room!

Thanks for posting.
Forum: Private Flying
17th Mar 2010, 15:43
Replies: 40
Views: 6,658
Posted By TrafficPilot

I leave our 172SP fuel on BOTH throughout survey...

I leave our 172SP fuel on BOTH throughout survey flights (90-120 minutes).

Once in the cruise I also lean the mixture.
Forum: Private Flying
11th Mar 2010, 14:41
Replies: 12
Views: 1,530
Posted By TrafficPilot

Hi midlandsppl As Pull what said - I would...

Hi midlandsppl

As Pull what said - I would also recommend trying Halfpenny Green. I'll be using it as my home base from May as I'm moving up to Birmingham from Oxford Airport.

Wellesbourne is...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
9th Mar 2010, 17:20
Replies: 17
Views: 2,065
Posted By TrafficPilot

I'll second that:ok: Still have it on VHS...

I'll second that:ok: Still have it on VHS somewhere!

Most of the american shows are edited to include ad breaks every 5 minutes or so which is why they're so annoyingly repetitive. Or maybe...
Forum: Rumours & News
4th Mar 2010, 14:01
Replies: 296
Views: 61,255
Posted By TrafficPilot

Wow. Lighten up again Heathrow Director. Remember...

Wow. Lighten up again Heathrow Director. Remember even you were young once:)

I used to listen to you (Bren?) on 120.4 when I was an 11 year old boy sitting in my parents garden in Fulham watching...
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