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1st Apr 2013, 17:22
Replies: 30
Views: 9,260
Posted By YellowBelly

Such very sad news. Rich was a true gentleman and...

Such very sad news. Rich was a true gentleman and professional aviator. My sincere condolences to his family. RIP.
1st Nov 2012, 23:57
Replies: 646
Views: 156,996
Posted By YellowBelly

There was a German exchange officer at a radar...

There was a German exchange officer at a radar site named Helmut Dryer - naturally he was referred to as "Herr Dryer".
21st Mar 2012, 16:40
Replies: 34
Views: 7,209
Posted By YellowBelly

Al R Very interesting comments as always Al....

Al R

Very interesting comments as always Al. However, I'm a bit confused about your statement:

"I hope you've considered using your other half's allowance too, for your retirement income!...
2nd Sep 2011, 08:05
Replies: 22
Views: 11,172
Posted By YellowBelly

A link to the Retired Service Card offered by...

A link to the Retired Service Card offered by RAFA for £11, for those interested:
Types of Membership - The RAF Association...
7th Feb 2011, 06:13
Replies: 12
Views: 1,546
Posted By YellowBelly

Glad to hear that SVPA sorted out the tax code...

Glad to hear that SVPA sorted out the tax code upon retirement - do they always do this I wonder?
8th Dec 2009, 17:58
Replies: 15
Views: 4,262
Posted By YellowBelly

Shack Association

Presume membership is not limited to those who were involved with the Kipper fleet days - suspect there are still plenty around who flew or serviced the AEW Shackleton. Or have your membership rules...
21st Aug 2007, 17:19
Replies: 39
Views: 5,475
Posted By YellowBelly

Nearly drowned in a Bulldog during an incipient...

Nearly drowned in a Bulldog during an incipient spinning exercise. Felt ill due to a UAS party the night before and tried, unsuccessfully, to take my mask off before hurling. The subsequent mixture...
3rd Sep 2006, 08:09
Replies: 601
Views: 222,887
Posted By YellowBelly

Dreadful news. Sincere condolences to all the...

Dreadful news. Sincere condolences to all the families. RIP
24th Jun 2006, 08:52
Replies: 20
Views: 6,496
Posted By YellowBelly

Worked with Dave on several occasions, and...

Worked with Dave on several occasions, and particularly enjoyed his company while in the sandpit during Telic. He was a great character who always had the interests of the Service uppermost in his...
2nd Feb 2006, 06:36
Replies: 95
Views: 11,705
Posted By YellowBelly

The other down side to the new system will be its...

The other down side to the new system will be its impact upon crew social events while detached. Appreciate its not going to be a consideration for the policy makers, but imagine the reaction of most...
23rd Aug 2005, 21:30
Replies: 26
Views: 6,530
Posted By YellowBelly

Anyone able to provide 'plain english'...

Anyone able to provide 'plain english' instructions on how to post photo's on pprune replies? Looked at the help page for vB code (whatever that is) and its all 'gobble the duke'.
16th Apr 2005, 06:42
Replies: 49
Views: 8,059
Posted By YellowBelly

Geoff Hoon = Oh! Gone Off!

Geoff Hoon = Oh! Gone Off!
8th Apr 2005, 18:22
Replies: 36
Views: 5,823
Posted By YellowBelly

Even if you are relatively close to retiring, can...

Even if you are relatively close to retiring, can anyone guarantee you will stay on till 55? For eg, what happens if you lose your med cat (flying or otherwise) through illness, accident or just as...
8th Apr 2005, 05:50
Replies: 97
Views: 18,862
Posted By YellowBelly

PS Glad you got what you wanted - but why...

PS

Glad you got what you wanted - but why were you informed a week late?
3rd Apr 2005, 13:32
Replies: 29
Views: 4,445
Posted By YellowBelly

Biggus We've been told the same thing by our...

Biggus

We've been told the same thing by our handbrake house. Looking forward to the additional pay rise.....
31st Mar 2005, 17:18
Replies: 97
Views: 18,862
Posted By YellowBelly

Stan B Many thanks for the info, and my best...

Stan B

Many thanks for the info, and my best wishes to you for the future. Also, I share your view on Nav terminology - confess I'm still not sure what we're (officially) called these days - Fly...
31st Mar 2005, 15:39
Replies: 97
Views: 18,862
Posted By YellowBelly

Any similar stats on WSO(N) Multi Engine??

Any similar stats on WSO(N) Multi Engine??
28th Mar 2005, 08:07
Replies: 97
Views: 18,862
Posted By YellowBelly

For info on the number of applicants for 'Tranche...

For info on the number of applicants for 'Tranche One':

http://www.parliament.the-stationery-office.co.uk/pa/cm200405/cmselect/cmdfence/45/45we17.htm

"Invitations for the first tranche of...
2nd Mar 2005, 06:12
Replies: 35
Views: 5,678
Posted By YellowBelly

M2 - many thanks for your views - comprehensive...

M2 - many thanks for your views - comprehensive as always. My comments on FCs were aimed purely at their potential powers of authorisation, certainly not their performance in crew positions for which...
1st Mar 2005, 19:38
Replies: 35
Views: 5,678
Posted By YellowBelly

As indicated previously, the E-3D TD is no...

As indicated previously, the E-3D TD is no position to undertake captaincy due to him being effectively divorced from the operation of the air vehicle once the mission system is powered down (apart...
24th Jan 2005, 06:25
Replies: 35
Views: 3,939
Posted By YellowBelly

I think its worthwhile to encourage a deeper...

I think its worthwhile to encourage a deeper knowledge of our Service history. However, most of the gripes posted here are aimed at the cost of providing all serving members with a copy of this AP at...
19th Dec 2004, 08:24
Replies: 19
Views: 4,422
Posted By YellowBelly

Not too sure from the thread whether you are...

Not too sure from the thread whether you are looking for an associated war grave. If you are, then recommend the following link for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission:
...
20th Nov 2004, 07:58
Replies: 76
Views: 8,450
Posted By YellowBelly

Eagle 270 Well done - its only taken 3 pages...

Eagle 270

Well done - its only taken 3 pages for someone to hit the nail on the head. My original post was not specifically about smoking - it was intended to promote a discussion about the...
17th Nov 2004, 17:40
Replies: 76
Views: 8,450
Posted By YellowBelly

Interesting views raised, but the main point...

Interesting views raised, but the main point intended was that it is the 'nanny state' that is introducing the change - not the collective will of the general public. No one can realistically argue...
16th Nov 2004, 19:00
Replies: 76
Views: 8,450
Posted By YellowBelly

Hueymeister - at least you have shelter from the...

Hueymeister - at least you have shelter from the elements - the vast majority of smokers have to indulge their habit outside, regardless of the weather. Or will that be banned too, in case we catch...
16th Nov 2004, 18:09
Replies: 76
Views: 8,450
Posted By YellowBelly

Angry Smoking ban in the Mess?

Now we have had the Goverment's 'way ahead' regarding smoking, will we be able to designate the Officers' and SNCO Messes as 'private clubs' to avoid being subjected to the will of an Orwellian...
16th Nov 2004, 17:57
Replies: 12
Views: 2,063
Posted By YellowBelly

And within the current climate of "Claims R Us",...

And within the current climate of "Claims R Us", how long will it be before the current practice of marching all service men and women into a sealed hut and exposing them to CS gas on an annual basis...
28th Oct 2004, 06:22
Replies: 5
Views: 719
Posted By YellowBelly

US Stops Compulsory Anthrax Jabs

U.S. Barred From Forcing Troops to Get Anthrax Shots

By Marc Kaufman
Washington Post Staff Writer
Thursday, October 28, 2004; Page A01

The Defense Department must immediately stop...
22nd Jul 2004, 06:20
Replies: 65
Views: 11,185
Posted By YellowBelly

MM Wise advice but its now off my chest! And...

MM

Wise advice but its now off my chest! And what is a "brevert" anyway?!
22nd Jul 2004, 06:08
Replies: 65
Views: 11,185
Posted By YellowBelly

2250 (At the risk of biting) - Clearly you...

2250

(At the risk of biting) - Clearly you need to expand your horizons beyond your own specialisation and come and see for yourself. Considering we provide a service to all players during a...
21st Jul 2004, 19:42
Replies: 65
Views: 11,185
Posted By YellowBelly

A lot of WSO/WSOps (nine MR2 crews and an F3 sqn)...

A lot of WSO/WSOps (nine MR2 crews and an F3 sqn) soon to be looking for flying jobs. Will this address the planned increase in the number of E-3D crews? Indeed, will it accelerate a move towards an...
19th Jul 2004, 19:56
Replies: 65
Views: 11,185
Posted By YellowBelly

OK - the E-3D is a large aircraft, but would it...

OK - the E-3D is a large aircraft, but would it have room for all those ego's?
17th Jul 2004, 08:28
Replies: 7
Views: 1,432
Posted By YellowBelly

"Is it not time that we stood up to the political...

"Is it not time that we stood up to the political hierarchay and told them that we are no longer prepared to stand for such life and death political gamesmanship."

Indeed - and the benefit of...
17th Jul 2004, 08:02
Replies: 126
Views: 22,647
Posted By YellowBelly

"all members of HM Forces...stand up and...

"all members of HM Forces...stand up and protest..."

Oh really, and how do you propose we do that? Protests outside handbrake house, petitions, a mass march on Whitehall? Nobody is happy with...
28th Apr 2004, 05:39
Replies: 24
Views: 5,185
Posted By YellowBelly

RD - Don't worry - it was designed for staff...

RD - Don't worry - it was designed for staff officers who couldn't remember the rank structure of other forces. It also adds to the dictionary of 'staff yuk-speak' which is designed to make service...
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