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Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
19th Jul 2013, 16:56
Replies: 15
Views: 2,988
Posted By PaperTiger

You're not wrong, LH did fly them to LHR well...

You're not wrong, LH did fly them to LHR well into the 60s although they may have been Starliners. Air France were common too and if you were real lucky a Brazilian or Argentine one :ok:.
Forum: Rumours & News
15th Jul 2013, 14:08
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,196,242
Posted By PaperTiger

Where's this coming from? If it was in one of the...

Where's this coming from? If it was in one of the NTSB briefings then I missed it. If the Asiana pilots have spoken publicly then I missed that too.

Simple revisionism/PR methinks.

* in...
Forum: Rumours & News
14th Jul 2013, 02:15
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,196,242
Posted By PaperTiger

It seems a reasonable conclusion that the yellow...

It seems a reasonable conclusion that the yellow tarp is covering a body. In the earlier photo there is something in the grass in the same position. This is before any foam was laid and, as someone...
Forum: Rumours & News
11th Jul 2013, 17:47
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,196,242
Posted By PaperTiger

Re: "Go around" call

I think that youtube version has been edited and/or spliced and therefore not a true reflection.

Instead see this (unofficial) transcript:
Asiana 214 Crash at KSFO | LiveATC.net...
Forum: Rumours & News
11th Jul 2013, 13:59
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,196,242
Posted By PaperTiger

I recall one at ORD when a crew at the hold (UA I...

I recall one at ORD when a crew at the hold (UA I think) called "Continental's got no gear!" as a CO 727 approached. The CO (sans wheels) banged the tail but managed to go around.



I think it...
Forum: Rumours & News
7th Jul 2013, 03:02
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,196,242
Posted By PaperTiger

One might say the same about PPRuNe, no? ...

One might say the same about PPRuNe, no?

Those two sources seem to be doing a better job than many of the "official" sites and ALL of the media.
Forum: Rumours & News
6th Jul 2013, 21:37
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,196,242
Posted By PaperTiger

Graphic representation of approaches, yesterday...

Graphic representation of approaches, yesterday and today.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BOhIDCWCUAApHFV.jpg:large
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
26th Jul 2011, 13:57
Replies: 82
Views: 35,376
Posted By PaperTiger

N7471 is potentially flyable but missing one...

N7471 is potentially flyable but missing one working engine.(Russ Strine, Mar. 16, 2009) MAAM Reading PA US.

Surely someone would be prepared to swap a good engine from a static example ?
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
18th Nov 2010, 21:07
Replies: 15
Views: 2,344
Posted By PaperTiger

No chance. The bill to stop the use of body...

No chance.

The bill to stop the use of body scanners as the primary method of screening died before reaching the Senate.

Too many members of Congress have too much pork invested in the...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
18th Nov 2010, 16:23
Replies: 8
Views: 1,423
Posted By PaperTiger

Except stuff about the Canadairs since they don't...

Except stuff about the Canadairs since they don't operate any.
Conair (http://www.conair.ca/?action=conair_main) do.
Forum: Rumours & News
6th Nov 2010, 13:09
Replies: 731
Views: 548,362
Posted By PaperTiger

The right-wing media already has, simply because...

The right-wing media already has, simply because the spurious claim fits their agenda. There may be some in government/security circles who see it as simple grandstanding but they will be prevented...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th Nov 2010, 21:40
Replies: 50
Views: 13,141
Posted By PaperTiger

Not necessarily. Some (many ? most ?) retained...

Not necessarily. Some (many ? most ?) retained the double-door.
All sizes | C-FKAZ | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/29965086@N08/4996774626/sizes/z/)
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th Nov 2010, 18:47
Replies: 50
Views: 13,141
Posted By PaperTiger

@ pasir & seacue How does that help OP ? ...

@ pasir & seacue

How does that help OP ?

@ stepwilk

Are you saying the cargo doors were removed or added during conversion ?
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th Nov 2010, 16:21
Replies: 50
Views: 13,141
Posted By PaperTiger

Maybe some seats ?

Maybe some seats ?
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
5th Nov 2010, 13:18
Replies: 67
Views: 10,865
Posted By PaperTiger

Yes, I do know that. Any announcement preceded by...

Yes, I do know that. Any announcement preceded by "For security reasons..." or "Government regulations..." has a 90% chance of being a complete fabrication. :ouch:
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
5th Nov 2010, 03:19
Replies: 8
Views: 1,813
Posted By PaperTiger

FlightAware > Cubana de Aviacion #3311 >...

FlightAware > Cubana de Aviacion #3311 > 05-Nov-2010 > SVMI-MUHA (http://flightaware.com/live/flight/CUB3311/history/20101105/0033Z/SVMI/MUHA)

IL62.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
5th Nov 2010, 01:26
Replies: 67
Views: 10,865
Posted By PaperTiger

Under which rule or regulation are they...

Under which rule or regulation are they prohibited ? Assuming the CC don't just make one up on the spot of course.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
2nd Nov 2010, 17:01
Replies: 18
Views: 20,613
Posted By PaperTiger

There are 3 basic type of flights to get from A...

There are 3 basic type of flights to get from A to B:
1. non-stop flight
2. direct flight with stop(s) other than B
3. connection through X (or X and Y etc.).

The airlines often make little...
Forum: Rumours & News
2nd Nov 2010, 16:38
Replies: 155
Views: 50,398
Posted By PaperTiger

That requires two basic assumptions: a) there...

That requires two basic assumptions:
a) there are local terrorists in the US and
b) there is a concerted effort between Yemen and US-based terrorists.

I do believe a lot of people are...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
2nd Nov 2010, 13:33
Replies: 18
Views: 20,613
Posted By PaperTiger

If this is a scheduled flight, it looks like...

If this is a scheduled flight, it looks like someone is being a bit liberal with the definition of a technical stop. I only see one 'through' flight via JFK and it's one of those abominable two...
Forum: Rumours & News
2nd Nov 2010, 13:20
Replies: 155
Views: 50,398
Posted By PaperTiger

"400 I'm bid." "Any advance on 400 ?" "To...

"400 I'm bid."
"Any advance on 400 ?"
"To you, Sir. The gentleman with the mirrored sunglasses and earpiece."
"400 then."
"Going once...."

:ugh:
Forum: Rumours & News
1st Nov 2010, 23:44
Replies: 155
Views: 50,398
Posted By PaperTiger

charles, I don't know whether you're agreeing or...

charles, I don't know whether you're agreeing or taking issue (I can't always tell ;) ), but my point is that the 9/11 scenario was not a complete bolt from the blue. In one of his books Richard...
Forum: Rumours & News
1st Nov 2010, 20:11
Replies: 155
Views: 50,398
Posted By PaperTiger

Irrelevant as this is to the discussion, several...

Irrelevant as this is to the discussion, several authors had used this plot 'device' well prior to 9/11. And a Hollywood b-movie.

Not rocket science, in fact no science at all.
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
31st Oct 2010, 14:30
Replies: 5,917
Views: 810,842
Posted By PaperTiger

Seacue Canada ? Looks like the typical RCAF...

Seacue
Canada ? Looks like the typical RCAF 'triangle' pattern.
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
30th Oct 2010, 16:17
Replies: 1
Views: 1,113
Posted By PaperTiger

:confused: The CL44 in Ecuador was scrapped in...

:confused: The CL44 in Ecuador was scrapped in 2009, the Bournemouth one is the sole survivor.

Must be an old photo ?
Forum: Rumours & News
30th Oct 2010, 15:31
Replies: 155
Views: 50,398
Posted By PaperTiger

It seems the Hon. Ms May disagrees: U.K....

It seems the Hon. Ms May disagrees: U.K. official: Aircraft was likely target of attack - CNN.com (http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/10/30/security.concern/index.html?hpt=T1)

It does seem a strange...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
29th Oct 2010, 19:54
Replies: 19
Views: 2,844
Posted By PaperTiger

You seem to have misunderstood the title of this...

You seem to have misunderstood the title of this forum somehow. Perhaps it will become clearer after a few more posts. Then again...
Forum: Rumours & News
29th Oct 2010, 19:51
Replies: 155
Views: 50,398
Posted By PaperTiger

I suppose I shouldn't mention what's happening...

I suppose I shouldn't mention what's happening next Tuesday then ?

:hmm:
Forum: Rumours & News
29th Oct 2010, 19:43
Replies: 52
Views: 39,982
Posted By PaperTiger

To be really picky, the 767 isn't a wide body...

To be really picky, the 767 isn't a wide body either. It's a twin-aisle with just one extra seat per row (Y) vis-a-vis the narrow bodies.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
29th Oct 2010, 13:23
Replies: 16
Views: 2,000
Posted By PaperTiger

This used to be common practice when the airlines...

This used to be common practice when the airlines had the 'Saturday stay' requirement to get cheap fares (seems some still do ?).

It's called nested ticketing and most airlines wised up and now...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
29th Oct 2010, 13:15
Replies: 13
Views: 4,774
Posted By PaperTiger

RAF losses 1958: UK Military Aircraft Losses...

RAF losses 1958: UK Military Aircraft Losses (http://www.ukserials.com/losses-1958.htm)

States WP868 crashed in Oxon. not Glos., but I see no other candidate.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
27th Oct 2010, 13:57
Replies: 79
Views: 10,334
Posted By PaperTiger

N70700 the 367-80 was the one rolled; so not...

N70700 the 367-80 was the one rolled; so not repossessed, not a ferry flight and not even a 707. Otherwise, spot on ! ;)
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
25th Oct 2010, 17:39
Replies: 19
Views: 2,045
Posted By PaperTiger

It would seem so. Although a slight improvement...

It would seem so. Although a slight improvement in punctuation would be welcome. :oh:
Forum: Rumours & News
25th Oct 2010, 17:36
Replies: 24
Views: 15,901
Posted By PaperTiger

Two pods apparently... Incident: Turkish...

Two pods apparently...
Incident: Turkish Airlines A343 at Brussels on Oct 24th 2010, engine pod strikes (http://avherald.com/h?article=432a7b56&opt=0)
Forum: North America
23rd Oct 2010, 13:13
Replies: 3
Views: 2,155
Posted By PaperTiger

Something happened to it, although there's...

Something happened to it, although there's nothing on the FAA site about it.

FlightAware > SkyWest Airlines #4690 > 21-Oct-2010 > KLAX-KSLC...
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