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18th Nov 2018, 09:43
Replies: 65
Views: 44,721
Posted By Qwikstop

There was a nice piece on this by The Flying...

There was a nice piece on this by The Flying Reporter.
https://youtu.be/QaTE4zT-8Is
3rd Oct 2018, 18:31
Replies: 11
Views: 2,460
Posted By Qwikstop

T-wave abnormities are non-specific but could...

T-wave abnormities are non-specific but could indicate a cardiomyopathy - hence the cardiac MR to assess this.
22nd Sep 2018, 13:05
Replies: 4
Views: 1,183
Posted By Qwikstop

8mm wall thickness is normal.

8mm wall thickness is normal.
9th Sep 2018, 14:54
Replies: 4
Views: 1,183
Posted By Qwikstop

ECG findings are non-specific for HCM - so a...

ECG findings are non-specific for HCM - so a diagnosis can only be confirmed with imaging (usually unexplained wall thickness of at least 15 mm).
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Aug 2018, 14:50
Replies: 369
Views: 72,651
Posted By Qwikstop

The Dauphin caused a car carrying a family to...

The Dauphin caused a car carrying a family to stop unexpectedly on a narrow road in poor visibility and a multi-vehicle RTC was a tangible risk of the helicopter's low level manoeuvre. We don't know...
30th Dec 2017, 10:28
Replies: 21
Views: 7,617
Posted By Qwikstop

Cardiac MRI doesn't look at the coronary arteries...

Cardiac MRI doesn't look at the coronary arteries directly (like CT), but is a functional test that assesses perfusion of the heart. Although there is no ionising radiation it does mean having an...
28th Dec 2017, 20:23
Replies: 21
Views: 7,617
Posted By Qwikstop

I wouldn’t get too fixated on the exact X-ray...

I wouldn’t get too fixated on the exact X-ray dose - but the range you give is typical. It will depend on a number of factors such as heart rate and body weight - as well as dose-reduction technology.
28th Dec 2017, 10:58
Replies: 21
Views: 7,617
Posted By Qwikstop

I think it's useful to consider the absolute...

I think it's useful to consider the absolute risks of developing cancer from undergoing a CT. To put this in perspective the lifetime risk of dying from cancer is about 20%. A single CT, at a...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Mar 2016, 19:40
Replies: 27
Views: 12,893
Posted By Qwikstop

Tom Cruise starts PPL(H)

Only the Daily Mail can put it so poetically:


...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Jan 2015, 08:21
Replies: 7
Views: 5,070
Posted By Qwikstop

G-SUET? Are the owners fond of spotted dick?

G-SUET? Are the owners fond of spotted dick?
30th Aug 2014, 18:45
Replies: 34
Views: 8,453
Posted By Qwikstop

"Take off at your discretion" is the most useless...

"Take off at your discretion" is the most useless piece of non-information that contributes nothing to safety or situational awareness (IMHO). I mean what is it actually telling the pilot? Even an...
29th May 2014, 14:33
Replies: 3
Views: 1,718
Posted By Qwikstop

I think the OP is referring to Category A...

I think the OP is referring to Category A operations in twin engined helicopters.

Essentially if one engine fails at any time after the start of takeoff the helicopter can either return to the...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Jul 2012, 18:46
Replies: 58
Views: 26,394
Posted By Qwikstop

I was watching from the Embankment when the...

I was watching from the Embankment when the Agusta flew through Tower Bridge - which was just before the Olympic Rings were suspended from the upper walkway - although these are clearly visible in...
22nd Jun 2012, 12:36
Replies: 2
Views: 1,791
Posted By Qwikstop

Presume this was raised urobilinogen on a urine...

Presume this was raised urobilinogen on a urine dipstick? It is a test for liver damage and haemolytic anaemia.

Needs to be interpreted with the urinary bilirubin level and serum liver function...
22nd Jun 2012, 12:26
Replies: 1
Views: 2,300
Posted By Qwikstop

The easiest way is to request a copy of your...

The easiest way is to request a copy of your medical records from your GP or hospital and then send it abroad yourself. There is a fee payable for copying your notes.

Accessing health records...
5th Apr 2012, 20:23
Replies: 7
Views: 2,762
Posted By Qwikstop

Check your PMs.

Check your PMs.
25th Mar 2012, 16:42
Replies: 20
Views: 6,069
Posted By Qwikstop

The current advice is to consider statins if...

The current advice is to consider statins if there is a 20% or greater 10-year risk of developing cardiovascular disease (1) (http://www.nice.org.uk/nicemedia/live/11982/40675/40675.pdf). There is...
18th Mar 2012, 19:00
Replies: 37
Views: 24,479
Posted By Qwikstop

AS was thought to have contributed to this fatal...

AS was thought to have contributed to this fatal accident by limiting the pilot's ability to perform an effective lookout.

AAIB report...
18th Mar 2012, 18:50
Replies: 20
Views: 6,069
Posted By Qwikstop

You are not supposed to run on a treadmill test....

You are not supposed to run on a treadmill test. Stage 4 is more like power walking on a gradient. The evidence for stress testing being useful for detecting coronary artery disease in asymptomatic...
4th Jul 2011, 09:21
Replies: 1
Views: 2,244
Posted By Qwikstop

There is a protocol for pacemakers...

There is a protocol for pacemakers (http://www.caa.co.uk/docs/49/Pacemaker%20Algo%20May%2010.pdf) on the CAA website.

However, ICDs are a little different and can pace, cardiovert or...
3rd Jul 2011, 16:46
Replies: 3
Views: 1,774
Posted By Qwikstop

Depends on the circumstances. If there was a...

Depends on the circumstances. If there was a precipitating cause that is no longer present eg trauma, surgery, immobilisation etc then the risk of recurrence is low. If there is an ongoing risk...
Forum: ATC Issues
26th Apr 2011, 07:48
Replies: 8
Views: 2,388
Posted By Qwikstop

Casper - live aircraft tracking...

Casper - live aircraft tracking (http://casperflights.com/egkk/) - 23rd Apr 2011 @ 1830.

Looks like they made a switch to landing on 09L at around 6.30pm when the storm was over...
Forum: ATC Issues
25th Apr 2011, 08:12
Replies: 8
Views: 2,388
Posted By Qwikstop

Thunderstorms at LHR

Living under the flightpath of LHR - I was wondering how ATC coped with the thunderstorms over West London on Saturday evening? I guess they made a switch to arrivals on 09 during the storm.
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Apr 2011, 16:40
Replies: 6
Views: 1,729
Posted By Qwikstop

Apparently its flights in April are the first in...

Apparently its flights in April are the first in UK airspace since 1999. I quite fancy getting a CPL(AS) rating now! ;)
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Apr 2011, 13:04
Replies: 6
Views: 1,729
Posted By Qwikstop

Goodyear Blimp

Saw "Spirit of Safety I" heading up and down the Thames this morning looking quite splendid. I haven't seen one of these chaps in the UK for many years.

Did anyone chance upon it on the...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Apr 2011, 21:28
Replies: 6
Views: 2,448
Posted By Qwikstop

Fixed wing pilots are credited with 10% of their...

Fixed wing pilots are credited with 10% of their total flight time as Pilot-in-Command up to a maximum of 6 hours towards a PPL(H).

Aircraft General and Flight Performance exams have...
20th Feb 2011, 12:56
Replies: 16
Views: 13,142
Posted By Qwikstop

I used the "PPL Exam Secrets" available from...

I used the "PPL Exam Secrets" available from Pooleys etc. Excellent preparation and questions closely matched the actual paper. :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Jan 2011, 09:17
Replies: 29
Views: 8,397
Posted By Qwikstop

Rotorwashed: it has a small external mic that I...

Rotorwashed: it has a small external mic that I put in the earcup of the headset. It's not ideal but works well enough.
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Jan 2011, 07:25
Replies: 29
Views: 8,397
Posted By Qwikstop

I have used a "bullet cam" attached to the...

I have used a "bullet cam" attached to the headset. It has an external mic that can record the RT. This system comes with a little screen so you can ensure the picture is level before you start.
...
12th Dec 2010, 12:44
Replies: 25
Views: 3,862
Posted By Qwikstop

Not according to this recent document...

Not according to this recent document (http://www.skybrary.aero/solutions/allclear/Resources/RTFGuide.pdf?utm_source=SKYbrary&utm_campaign=9395641557-SKYbrary_Highlight_4_10_2010&utm_medium=email)!
12th Dec 2010, 12:26
Replies: 25
Views: 3,862
Posted By Qwikstop

Backpacker. Yes, it clears up all that...

Backpacker.

Yes, it clears up all that argy-bargy about repsonding to traffic information - the responses are "Looking out", "In sight", or "Negative contact".

Also a FISO will say " Runway...
12th Dec 2010, 10:47
Replies: 25
Views: 3,862
Posted By Qwikstop

Eurocontrol have produced a "Guide to...

Eurocontrol have produced a "Guide to Phraseology...
2nd Apr 2010, 07:01
Replies: 41
Views: 9,038
Posted By Qwikstop

Indeed it is the Clarity - it was on special...

Indeed it is the Clarity - it was on special offer with both sets of maps and a powermonkey.

A nice touch with the planning software is the Google Earth simulation of the flight with an airspace...
1st Apr 2010, 13:00
Replies: 41
Views: 9,038
Posted By Qwikstop

First experience with the Airbox Clarity is good....

First experience with the Airbox Clarity is good. The screen resolution is pin sharp and you have a choice of 1:500 and 1:250 maps.

The planning software is a beta release and very very basic....
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Mar 2010, 22:23
Replies: 16
Views: 1,941
Posted By Qwikstop

Well, the QXC is a chart navigation exercise and...

Well, the QXC is a chart navigation exercise and the instructor is expecting me to do exactly that. However, he has also told me about the occasional precautionary landings and airspace incursions...
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