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Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
15th Dec 2016, 11:14
Replies: 1,036
Views: 639,520
Posted By Paul H

Our integrated course has been running for just...

Our integrated course has been running for just shy of two years. As a result we've only had a handful of student finish the course, although we currently have12-15 inergrated students studying with...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
14th Dec 2016, 16:43
Replies: 1,036
Views: 639,520
Posted By Paul H

Jbaldwin95, You'll have nothing to worry about. ...

Jbaldwin95, You'll have nothing to worry about.
I currently work as an ATPL theory instructor for a fairly moderate commercial training school.

In a class of 22, the youngest student we have is...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Dec 2016, 16:07
Replies: 1,036
Views: 639,520
Posted By Paul H

First Job at 35, with 237 hours.

I'd like to pass on a little hope to most of you 'older' trainees.

I (as most of you) began my journey a very long time ago, perhaps at the age of 6 or 7 (mid 80's). Living in the flight path to...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
14th Aug 2016, 11:20
Replies: 2
Views: 2,926
Posted By Paul H

I can't answer your question directly I'm afraid,...

I can't answer your question directly I'm afraid, but I have two quick questions for you.

1) How long ago did you apply?

2) Do you meet the requirements?

I only ask because I applied about 8...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
23rd Jan 2013, 14:49
Replies: 27
Views: 15,410
Posted By Paul H

West Atlantic cadet scheme open for 2013

Thoughts please. Not entirely sure working for free for 18+months before any training commences is for everyone.

West Atlantic Cadet Scheme » Propilot - CAA approved UK Training Provider...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Apr 2012, 14:41
Replies: 3
Views: 904
Posted By Paul H

Training all at one school?

I currently have my PPL, ATPL theory & 80% of my 150hrs. I did my theory at BCFT and my PPL in Hertfordshire. I'm currently back with my parents in the midlands and have planned for several months...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
6th Jan 2012, 09:40
Replies: 2
Views: 1,053
Posted By Paul H

Not sure where you could get a full set of online...

Not sure where you could get a full set of online notes, but you can try http://www.freelancepilot.nl/ATPL%20summary.pdf for a brief catchup on the important bits.
Also try the daily atpl website...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
6th Jan 2012, 09:18
Replies: 2
Views: 803
Posted By Paul H

This should help you visualise it.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c0/Turbofan_operation.png

The purple (Mauve) air is the bypass air. It makes up ~ 80% of the total flow in modern engines hence the 5:1 ratio you...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
27th Aug 2011, 20:41
Replies: 7
Views: 2,613
Posted By Paul H

If you're interested, I have a video of them...

If you're interested, I have a video of them leaving today:

Remaining 8 Red Arrows leave Bournemouth Airport [HD] - YouTube
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
1st Apr 2011, 18:04
Replies: 7
Views: 1,435
Posted By Paul H

I'd take it like a winning lottery ticket. You'd...

I'd take it like a winning lottery ticket. You'd be an idiot to turn down a job in this market, just read all the threads from people who are fully trained 2-3-4 years down the road and cannot even...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Feb 2011, 23:22
Replies: 16
Views: 13,225
Posted By Paul H

Umm, what a strange word. Let me see.......ahh,...

Umm, what a strange word. Let me see.......ahh, here it is.

Book: "A written or printed work of fiction or nonfiction, usually on sheets of paper fastened or bound together within covers" ...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Feb 2011, 23:15
Replies: 27
Views: 15,742
Posted By Paul H

I was exceptionally lucky doing my nav exam. I...

I was exceptionally lucky doing my nav exam. I finished the paper, then went back and double checked my answers. With about 10-15 minutes left, convinced everything was fine, I noticed that the...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Feb 2011, 22:35
Replies: 22
Views: 6,993
Posted By Paul H

Hey FingerFlyer I'm not really looking to...

Hey FingerFlyer
I'm not really looking to spend more than £400 per month, although from what I've seen so far, I may not have much choice.
What kind of "equipment" do you get in your hotel? Is...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
2nd Feb 2011, 11:09
Replies: 22
Views: 6,993
Posted By Paul H

Is this thread still active? It is now. I'm...

Is this thread still active? It is now.

I'm booked on a course at Bournemouth from April 4th onwards for 6 months. Any recommendation for accomodation? I'm slowly trawling through the list given...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
2nd Feb 2011, 10:52
Replies: 12
Views: 3,045
Posted By Paul H

Bournemouth accomodation

Any ideas on accomodation for those who have trained at Bournemouth? I have a list of accomodation, but they all seem to be either family houses or quite expensive. I'm not really in a position to...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
29th Jan 2011, 18:55
Replies: 1,036
Views: 639,520
Posted By Paul H

I don't think you've got anything to worry about....

I don't think you've got anything to worry about. It depends on how much you really want to become a training captain. Let me briefly explain my position.

I left school (UK) at 17, and then went...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
28th Jan 2011, 21:26
Replies: 10
Views: 7,000
Posted By Paul H

New FO: You say you're an FO of four years....

New FO:

You say you're an FO of four years. May I ask your age please?
I'm 29 and just about to start the ATPL theory at BCFT. I've paid my way through Uni for 5 years + PPL (75hrs) + the...
Forum: Private Flying
13th Nov 2010, 19:28
Replies: 43
Views: 6,710
Posted By Paul H

Panshanger

IanPZ. I live in Welwyn Garden City and trained at Panshanger, I still fly there a couple of times a week.
I havn't read many comments about it on here, but have admittedly read bad reviews about...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Nov 2010, 19:29
Replies: 22
Views: 6,776
Posted By Paul H

Flying over London city?

After watching a video on youtube of a microlight flying over London city airport + dome + Canary Wharf [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbegJpGGOno], I questioned how this was possible. Upon further...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Nov 2010, 09:50
Replies: 47
Views: 5,809
Posted By Paul H

Ok, thanks stevelup, I'll get the books out again...

Ok, thanks stevelup, I'll get the books out again and have a quick read on the carb heat and take your advice on the brakes and controls.
Forum: Private Flying
10th Nov 2010, 09:43
Replies: 47
Views: 5,809
Posted By Paul H

I'm not sure about what's in the POH, I'll have a...

I'm not sure about what's in the POH, I'll have a look. But in the expanded checklist we use, no.
It just says, check mixture rich --> start engine --> keep micture rich at all times until engine...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Nov 2010, 14:05
Replies: 47
Views: 5,809
Posted By Paul H

Ok, let me answer a few points made above. ...

Ok, let me answer a few points made above.

1) I am fully aware I'm not using a checklist in this video. This is not my normal practice. I had just recieved the camera in the post 30 minutes...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Nov 2010, 22:31
Replies: 5
Views: 1,902
Posted By Paul H

"Paul H, it would appear that you are confusing...

"Paul H, it would appear that you are confusing TMZs with CAS"

Yes it appears that I am. Currently in the Isle of Skye, 600miles from my map, I'm trying to work of my "ageing" memory.
Indeed,...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Oct 2010, 22:51
Replies: 5
Views: 1,902
Posted By Paul H

As a private pilot based at Panshanger, I can...

As a private pilot based at Panshanger, I can confirm that you don't need to squark squat to transit north between Luton and Stanstead, as long as you are below 2,500ft. The airspace you see on the...
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Oct 2010, 00:57
Replies: 47
Views: 5,809
Posted By Paul H

Hey Adam. I took 19.6 hours to go solo. I...

Hey Adam.

I took 19.6 hours to go solo. I was more than ready, as my instructor had made me do about 6 hours of them before hand to ensure he wasnt made to look like a dick when I was checked by...
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Oct 2010, 00:23
Replies: 44
Views: 4,467
Posted By Paul H

I know how you feel, my skills test was...

I know how you feel, my skills test was cancelled...ready for this..........23 times. First booked in Oct 09, finally complete Sept 10. Bad weather every time. Inbetween bookings the weather was...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Oct 2010, 16:27
Replies: 25
Views: 7,688
Posted By Paul H

Fantastic video, although I am quite puzzled...

Fantastic video, although I am quite puzzled about his choice of field. Surely wouldn't the main field next to the farm be better instead of attempting to limp over the wall?
Forum: Private Flying
28th Sep 2010, 18:40
Replies: 20
Views: 5,151
Posted By Paul H

Will do, thanks. Can I confirm this is the one...

Will do, thanks. Can I confirm this is the one you use?

Olympus VN-480PC Digital Voice Recorder on eBay (end time 19-Oct-10 16:40:51 BST)...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Sep 2010, 00:44
Replies: 20
Views: 5,151
Posted By Paul H

Thanks for the reply. How big is the mic that...

Thanks for the reply. How big is the mic that you need to stick in your earpiece? Is it noticable in flight?
I might give it a go.:ok:
Forum: Private Flying
27th Sep 2010, 19:36
Replies: 20
Views: 5,151
Posted By Paul H

Excellent, many thanks for the link.

Excellent, many thanks for the link.
Forum: Private Flying
26th Sep 2010, 22:21
Replies: 20
Views: 5,151
Posted By Paul H

Recording audio in flight.

I'm aware this has been covered before, but I'd like a specific answer based on my camera specs.
I own a Sony DSC H20 cybershot. I've used it once in flight (YouTube - Flying over Silverstone (HD...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Sep 2010, 19:52
Replies: 25
Views: 3,923
Posted By Paul H

I'll be honest with you, my first time in a car...

I'll be honest with you, my first time in a car on my own was more exciting than my first solo. I'd done so many circuits (my instructor was very thorough) I knew the pattern inside out, and if I'm...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Sep 2010, 20:30
Replies: 7
Views: 1,725
Posted By Paul H

Where exactly are you near London? I guess by...

Where exactly are you near London? I guess by your comment you are South of the river. If so, I can't really help. But North London however, gives you Stapleford, Elstree and Panshanger. ...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Sep 2010, 15:46
Replies: 12
Views: 1,295
Posted By Paul H

One thing I would recommend is to try and stay...

One thing I would recommend is to try and stay focused. It may be different for you if your not paying, but when I started to run out of money after 40+hrs I had to stop flying for about 6 months to...
Forum: Questions
12th Sep 2010, 18:57
Replies: 23
Views: 7,071
Posted By Paul H

As an ex-aircraft dispatcher we used to try and...

As an ex-aircraft dispatcher we used to try and avoid this at all costs. During check-in the passenger service agents would attempt to ask all passengers if they were likely to become nervous...
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