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Forum: Rumours & News
21st Jun 2003, 06:59
Replies: 231
Views: 95,479
Posted By Diplomate

Thumbs up Danny We've never met, but if/when we do ALL...

Danny

We've never met, but if/when we do ALL the beers are on me! Many thanks for persevering when I'm sure many others would have given up. You have undoubtedly saved many children from...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Aug 2002, 21:06
Replies: 260
Views: 20,383
Posted By Diplomate

Thumbs up Hi All I'd be interested in joining you guys...

Hi All

I'd be interested in joining you guys if all are welcome. How about Blackpool, Isle of Man, or Kirkbride. If you want to venture a bit further, Campbeltown is a great place too (if you can...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Apr 2002, 18:43
Replies: 7
Views: 1,214
Posted By Diplomate

The skills test was FAR more stressful for me -...

The skills test was FAR more stressful for me - sorry! I really hated having the examiner sitting next to me, knowing he was watching my every move. Fortunately, nothing went wrong and I passed...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Feb 2002, 03:34
Replies: 30
Views: 2,093
Posted By Diplomate

Post One that amused me was a pilot at Blackpool with...

One that amused me was a pilot at Blackpool with an unfortunate speech impediment who called the tower to tell them there was "a dead wabbit on the wunway"
Forum: Private Flying
14th Jan 2002, 01:17
Replies: 24
Views: 2,153
Posted By Diplomate

Post Try these: In wet weather - "we had to land...

Try these:

In wet weather - "we had to land hard to avoid aquaplaning"

Anytime - "One in every few landings needs to be "firm" to keep the suspension working properly"

My favorite - "There...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jan 2002, 00:34
Replies: 53
Views: 3,310
Posted By Diplomate

Thumbs down A dismal 30.5 ! My availability and weather...

A dismal 30.5 ! My availability and weather suitability rarely seemed to match last year. It will all be different this year though........
Forum: Private Flying
17th Dec 2001, 14:33
Replies: 13
Views: 590
Posted By Diplomate

Post My experiences of Manchester have all been good -...

My experiences of Manchester have all been good - mostly when using the low level corridor. On occassions, the info provided has gone way above what I would expect from a unit as busy as they are.
Forum: Private Flying
7th Dec 2001, 04:00
Replies: 59
Views: 3,777
Posted By Diplomate

Post 7 hours 45mins in a PA28 at Blackpool - I had...

7 hours 45mins in a PA28 at Blackpool - I had done all that time in two weeks though.
Forum: Private Flying
25th Nov 2001, 17:53
Replies: 27
Views: 1,548
Posted By Diplomate

Talking These posts all seem to be a "bit Southern" -...

These posts all seem to be a "bit Southern" - what about Blackpool - walking distance of the Pleasure Beach. Alternatively, for something different, try Isle of Man.
Forum: Private Flying
14th Nov 2001, 23:54
Replies: 12
Views: 449
Posted By Diplomate

Post Whirlybird - How do I use the 24hr clock to spot...

Whirlybird - How do I use the 24hr clock to spot aircraft??

I can cope with the clock face - but where do I find 13.00 to 24.00???

:confused: ;) :D
Forum: Private Flying
5th Nov 2001, 23:22
Replies: 24
Views: 2,058
Posted By Diplomate

Post QSY - All I can add is that we clearly have had...

QSY - All I can add is that we clearly have had different experiences at Blackpool!

I have had several experiences in dealing with the individual you mention on several occassions and have...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Nov 2001, 02:18
Replies: 3
Views: 519
Posted By Diplomate

Thumbs up We have used www.e-allocator.com...

We have used www.e-allocator.com (http://www.e-allocator.com) for our group aircraft for a year now with no problems. Not sure how it will work with multiple aircraft though, but it is probably...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Nov 2001, 21:33
Replies: 24
Views: 2,058
Posted By Diplomate

Thumbs up My vote definitely goes to Blackpool for all the...

My vote definitely goes to Blackpool for all the reasons already mentioned! Great facilities and not a rip-off. As for which club, it is really a matter of personal choice. If you want a...
Forum: Rumours & News
30th Oct 2001, 00:55
Replies: 18
Views: 955
Posted By Diplomate

Question I'm sure that this particular rumour isn't true -...

I'm sure that this particular rumour isn't true - but, I've just flown bmi LHR-MAN (pax) and tried to pick up a new timetable. The customer service staff told me that the new timetable won't be...
Forum: ATC Issues
25th Oct 2001, 00:13
Replies: 4
Views: 512
Posted By Diplomate

Question Are PPL's still welcome?

Hi all,

I hope you don't mind a question from one of the little guys who get in the way and sometimes struggle with RT!

I have had my PPL for 2 years now and as part of my "continuous PPL...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Oct 2001, 23:40
Replies: 11
Views: 476
Posted By Diplomate

Thumbs up Campbeltown is definitely worth a visit - have...

Campbeltown is definitely worth a visit - have been there a few times from Blackpool. A few tips though:

1) Don't land on the end of the runway or you'll be taxiing for about 3 hours (OK - I know,...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Oct 2001, 23:33
Replies: 8
Views: 652
Posted By Diplomate

Post Hang on a minute chaps - There is still no VFR...

Hang on a minute chaps - There is still no VFR private flying in "enhanced class B" airspace which includes many of the areas suggested!

Flying training under a fully qualified instructor is...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Sep 2001, 23:46
Replies: 1
Views: 472
Posted By Diplomate

Question NPPL instructors

Has anyone got any information on the likely qualifications needed to be a NPPL instructor? Will a CPL be required. I have been interested in teaching flying in a club as a "hobby" for some time now...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Sep 2001, 23:43
Replies: 5
Views: 1,200
Posted By Diplomate

Question FM Immunity - costs

Help please - we have a very well equipped group aircraft that doesn't comply with the FM immunity rules. Has anyone any ideas about what costs are likely to be involved in acheiving compliance? Are...
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