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Search: Posts Made By: Caractacus
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Forum: Military Aviation
28th Apr 2020, 13:06
Replies: 93
Views: 28,814
Posted By Caractacus

Without a shadow of doubt the best aircraft to...

Without a shadow of doubt the best aircraft to learn to fly on is the humble glider because:

a. It won't turn if you fail to coordinate the rudder with the aileron.
b. You are always on minimum...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Mar 2012, 19:48
Replies: 84
Views: 16,343
Posted By Caractacus

I started on gliders did a Silver C conversion to...

I started on gliders did a Silver C conversion to PPL, became a Tug Pilot, joined the RAF, left the Service in the late eighties boom and eventually ended up in the LHS of a B737. I think the...
Forum: Military Aviation
23rd Oct 2011, 16:56
Replies: 479
Views: 84,137
Posted By Caractacus

5 Forward 6 Back, Straight question - would...

5 Forward 6 Back,

Straight question - would you fight a war against the English?
Forum: Military Aviation
23rd Oct 2011, 16:01
Replies: 479
Views: 84,137
Posted By Caractacus

Given that Scotland is one of Great Britain's...

Given that Scotland is one of Great Britain's poorer areas I don't see why those living in the north would want to risk their economic future by de coupling from the south.

Unless they...
Forum: Military Aviation
29th Mar 2011, 08:21
Replies: 43
Views: 11,778
Posted By Caractacus

I do hope our enemies don't read the Internet...

I do hope our enemies don't read the Internet because we seem to tell the world an awful lot about our capabilities.
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Dec 2010, 19:19
Replies: 17
Views: 3,689
Posted By Caractacus

I thought it was the Daily Telegraph that broke...

I thought it was the Daily Telegraph that broke the story about the fuses?
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Nov 2010, 06:54
Replies: 21
Views: 6,001
Posted By Caractacus

What the Argies think of us . . .

Here's what the Argies think of it all:

Malvinas Islanders feel ‘safe' amid UK defence cuts
Buenos Aires Herald (http://www.buenosairesherald.com/BreakingNews/View/50849)


but . . .

...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
10th Aug 2010, 06:55
Replies: 81
Views: 26,107
Posted By Caractacus

You could tar a large part of British Airways...

You could tar a large part of British Airways with the same comment! :D
Forum: Terms and Endearment
8th Aug 2010, 20:18
Replies: 81
Views: 26,107
Posted By Caractacus

DrumMachine, if I may so so you are the epitome...

DrumMachine, if I may so so you are the epitome of the modern sheople like employee. You believe everything your employer says and all will be green in the garden.

It is you who are 'left wing'...
Forum: Military Aviation
15th Dec 2009, 15:15
Replies: 12,908
Views: 4,855,117
Posted By Caractacus

Ditto. This is the thread where established...

Ditto. This is the thread where established Ppruner's are keeping quiet and reading with awe!

Please keep going.
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Dec 2009, 19:32
Replies: 12,908
Views: 4,855,117
Posted By Caractacus

I don't suppose there are many replies to this...

I don't suppose there are many replies to this thread because 21st chatter seems so trivial in comparison. So, all I will say is that this is the very best of Pprune and I have read the board daily...
Forum: Military Aviation
17th Oct 2009, 11:18
Replies: 12,908
Views: 4,855,117
Posted By Caractacus

I was brought up near RAF Wattisham. An old man...

I was brought up near RAF Wattisham. An old man who had been in the Home Guard told me about the night that a Lancaster force landed in a field after running out of fuel in the 'stack'. He told me...
Forum: Military Aviation
17th Oct 2009, 06:16
Replies: 12,908
Views: 4,855,117
Posted By Caractacus

My wife and I (both in our forties with two young...

My wife and I (both in our forties with two young children) watched this film last night. I vaguely remember seeing an abridged version narrated by William Woolard of Tomorrow's World many years...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
3rd Oct 2009, 06:16
Replies: 2,984
BMI
Views: 1,030,283
Posted By Caractacus

And Sir Michael bows out: Big shot of the...

And Sir Michael bows out:

Big shot of the week: will Bishop be parachuted into ITV?

Big shot of the week: will Bishop be parachuted into ITV? - Times Online...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Aug 2009, 05:05
Replies: 12,908
Views: 4,855,117
Posted By Caractacus

The interesting aspect about your Sabena...

The interesting aspect about your Sabena selection is that, given there was no shortage of applicants, how gentlemanly they seemed to be. What a contrast with today's 'call centre culture' which...
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Jun 2009, 05:44
Replies: 18
Views: 3,409
Posted By Caractacus

We're back to Alistair Campbell's press strategy....

We're back to Alistair Campbell's press strategy. Give the press access if they offer favourable reporting. It's basic manipulation of people. A technique used by a Government that has always been...
Forum: Rumours & News
6th May 2009, 16:23
Replies: 125
Views: 26,698
Posted By Caractacus

Just because something is acceptable in your...

Just because something is acceptable in your native Chinese culture does not mean it would be acceptable in our native British culture.

The UK Government is NOT to be trusted with an ID Cards...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
3rd May 2009, 16:33
Replies: 91
Views: 13,933
Posted By Caractacus

LHC needs to change the tape - he's well past his...

LHC needs to change the tape - he's well past his sell by date and has ended up as a real old yawn.
Forum: Rumours & News
28th Apr 2009, 18:05
Replies: 50
Views: 11,013
Posted By Caractacus

I doubt any UK airline pilot would want to get...

I doubt any UK airline pilot would want to get airborne with any of those defects Ian. However, in respect of lesser technical problems this is exactly what happens in some airlines. The point is...
Forum: Rumours & News
28th Mar 2009, 21:04
Replies: 180
Views: 61,322
Posted By Caractacus

Sad to hear this story. I remember the guy from...

Sad to hear this story. I remember the guy from years back. Nice straight character and well liked.

I am obviously glad that he was intercepted and di not get airborne. However, I would prefer...
Forum: Rumours & News
20th Mar 2009, 06:46
Replies: 397
Views: 96,269
Posted By Caractacus

Commiserations Pablo. However, thanks for...

Commiserations Pablo.

However, thanks for livening up the airline pilot world and showing us that there are still some characters out there.

The important thing is that, in exercising your...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
28th Feb 2009, 09:42
Replies: 2
Views: 3,219
Posted By Caractacus

Sterna Aviation - Isle of Man

Has anyone heard of this operator???

Advertising for TBM700, BN2T AND TBM 850 in the Isle of Man.

An internet search reveals absolutely nowt.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
8th Sep 2007, 07:34
Replies: 47
Views: 9,684
Posted By Caractacus

If I could get that lifestyle and salary I would...

If I could get that lifestyle and salary I would return to flying tommorrow. It is not available - not even for the Masons! The reality is 800 + hours per year, less than 60 k, no family life and all...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
14th Mar 2007, 06:46
Replies: 29
Views: 12,789
Posted By Caractacus

It's the extra responsibility - the buck really...

It's the extra responsibility - the buck really does stop with you. Additionally you have to deal with a new set of issues. It settles down after after a year or so depending on your company...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
26th Jan 2007, 16:05
Replies: 40
Views: 9,349
Posted By Caractacus

Cobblers. In the Isle of Man I opened an account...

Cobblers. In the Isle of Man I opened an account with Barclays with £1000.00 Anglo Irish have a minimum balance of £5000. The place is setup for expat banking.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
26th Jan 2007, 06:29
Replies: 40
Views: 9,349
Posted By Caractacus

Cleared ILS approach, If you are non UK resident...

Cleared ILS approach, If you are non UK resident why do you want an account in the UK?

Look offshore at Jersey, Guernsey or the Isle of Man. You will be able to manage your affairs in sterling as...
Forum: Military Aviation
31st Dec 2006, 06:28
Replies: 22
Views: 6,844
Posted By Caractacus

Is that the 'Shiney' Simmons of F3's, BBMF and...

Is that the 'Shiney' Simmons of F3's, BBMF and Tucano QFI?
Forum: Terms and Endearment
24th Sep 2006, 16:45
Replies: 17
Views: 3,189
Posted By Caractacus

Some years ago BALPA were representing me at an...

Some years ago BALPA were representing me at an Employment Tribunal. They pulled at short notice shortly before the hearing. I funded my own counsel. I won my very straightforward claim for notice...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
6th Aug 2006, 19:07
Replies: 419
Views: 104,502
Posted By Caractacus

I am well au fait with that one "331". The...

I am well au fait with that one "331". The smoke, mirrors and revenge culture is the key issue with bmi. They have manipulation and spin down to a fine art. I sometimes wonder if Tony Blair went...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
4th Aug 2006, 06:13
Replies: 419
Views: 104,502
Posted By Caractacus

Yes, there is always a veiled threat in the...

Yes, there is always a veiled threat in the background. A powerful motivator???
I doubt if the owners could stand the ignomy of selling up due to an industrial dispute. They would be laughed out of...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
1st Aug 2006, 19:08
Replies: 419
Views: 104,502
Posted By Caractacus

I concur with 'The Moo'. A fine bunch of pilots...

I concur with 'The Moo'. A fine bunch of pilots and decent folk with it. It is completely bizarre that bmi cannot see the value of this professional capital.

Contrastingly the management are the...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
29th Jul 2006, 04:08
Replies: 419
Views: 104,502
Posted By Caractacus

I worked as a pilot for Midland at Heathrow for a...

I worked as a pilot for Midland at Heathrow for a number of years. With out doubt the airline has a very odd company culture. Aside from the flying, I learned two things about life from working...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
25th Jul 2006, 06:49
Replies: 419
Views: 104,502
Posted By Caractacus

What is the state of the pension fund deficit...

What is the state of the pension fund deficit these days?
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Jul 2006, 11:08
Replies: 60
Views: 14,014
Posted By Caractacus

1980's, Jet Provost BFTS course. Started with...

1980's, Jet Provost BFTS course. Started with fourteen - ended with five. One chopped every two months or so.

Probably the hardest course of my life, so much presuure, such high standards. ...
Forum: Medical & Health
21st Jun 2006, 06:26
Replies: 1
Views: 1,136
Posted By Caractacus

I had some made about six years ago. My wife has...

I had some made about six years ago. My wife has a snoring problem - don't laugh - which had the potential to ruin my rest. The plugs were adjusted to let in high frequency sound but exclude low...
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