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Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
12th Aug 2022, 04:39
Replies: 22
Views: 5,737
Posted By AussieAviator

Your situation seems exactly like mine!! Except...

Your situation seems exactly like mine!! Except mine is every 6 months due to being over sixty, and now I will have the crazy situation of being on third extension, but getting auto emails saying...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
11th Aug 2022, 22:53
Replies: 22
Views: 5,737
Posted By AussieAviator

CASA Avmed

Has anybody else out there had problems with Avmed re-validating their licence? As I am over 60, I have to do my medical every 6 months, and I get through those easily. Also, many other specialist...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Aug 2022, 07:23
Replies: 67
Views: 14,072
Posted By AussieAviator

The FA's on my flights say that their worst...

The FA's on my flights say that their worst nightmare is a mobile phone battery exploding and creating a small intense fire. Imagine sitting on top of 10 tons of batteries!! ...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
14th May 2022, 01:54
Replies: 294
Views: 149,035
Posted By AussieAviator

Ok, now this is all starting to get very...

Ok, now this is all starting to get very strange!! Alliance captains get about $165K/year, Network/ QF about $195K, VARA, don't know, to fly a F100. Cobham pay about $190k to fly a BAE146 and a bit...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th May 2022, 10:40
Replies: 4
Views: 8,080
Posted By AussieAviator

Would anyone happen to have a link to the current...

Would anyone happen to have a link to the current Network/Qantaslink EBA?
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
4th May 2022, 23:07
Replies: 294
Views: 149,035
Posted By AussieAviator

I did!! As soon as the ACCC dropped the...

I did!! As soon as the ACCC dropped the opposition to Qantas buying us, I knew that the Irishman would make a offer ASAP. From our flight planning procedures to normal operating procedures, Qantas...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Apr 2022, 03:40
Replies: 30
Views: 13,566
Posted By AussieAviator

Pacific Airshow Gold Coast 2023

Does anyone by any chance know the dates in August for this airshow?
Pacific Airshow Gold Coast 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vaW2buz1u7Y
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
16th Jul 2020, 00:37
Replies: 119
Views: 51,791
Posted By AussieAviator

True, but who owns VARA at the moment?...

True, but who owns VARA at the moment? Certainly not Bain according to the Administraters. When Ansett collapsed it dragged down all the highly profitable subsidies like Kendall and Hazo's.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Jul 2020, 22:26
Replies: 119
Views: 51,791
Posted By AussieAviator

The future of VARA?

The new owners of Virgin Australia, Bain, have stated that they only want to operate B737's into the future and possibly B787's further down the track. VARA, which has F100 and A320 jets is mainly...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
5th Jul 2019, 00:57
Replies: 101
Views: 80,839
Posted By AussieAviator

ACCC decision regarding Qantas buying Alliance is...

ACCC decision regarding Qantas buying Alliance is due this month. Alan Joyce said in a press release two weeks ago that he expects it to be approved and if that comes to be, then he wants full...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
29th Apr 2019, 04:24
Replies: 293
Views: 93,811
Posted By AussieAviator

Thanks for that! One for think that they would...

Thanks for that! One for think that they would have made that a bit more obvious on the web-site.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Apr 2019, 00:56
Replies: 293
Views: 93,811
Posted By AussieAviator

The Airservices Australia link to their webcams...

The Airservices Australia link to their webcams appear to have been taken down, Does anybody know why, or whether there is another link?

http://www.airservicesaustralia.com/WeatherCam/default.html
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
18th Mar 2019, 20:55
Replies: 60
Views: 34,835
Posted By AussieAviator

Very interesting article about the MCAS system...

Very interesting article about the MCAS system here. I had a stab runaway many years ago in a F28, while on descent into Alice Springs, and all that I can say about the incident, is I'm glad it...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
30th Jan 2018, 20:27
Replies: 141
Views: 32,749
Posted By AussieAviator

Yes, so true! Also a lot of large twin engine...

Yes, so true! Also a lot of large twin engine flying all around the world, indicating how safe these aircraft are. Would be interesting to see how many flights suffered engine failure outside 60...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
24th Jan 2018, 21:18
Replies: 27
Views: 10,125
Posted By AussieAviator

Yes, they WILL be flying to new ports, using...

Yes, they WILL be flying to new ports, using Alliance Jets. Adelaide first, with other destinations being considered....
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
3rd Jul 2017, 22:29
Replies: 259
Views: 86,701
Posted By AussieAviator

Surely there must be witnesses on the ground at...

Surely there must be witnesses on the ground at or around YMTG around the departure time of this flight. Not a witness of the departure, but a general description of the actual weather at the time....
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Jun 2017, 04:03
Replies: 19
Views: 5,478
Posted By AussieAviator

XMJ Interim Report Released

https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2017/aair/ao-2017-057/

Preliminary report published: 30 June 2017

At about 1503 CST[1] on 30 May 2017, Cessna 441 Conquest aircraft,...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
29th Jun 2017, 01:47
Replies: 259
Views: 86,701
Posted By AussieAviator

Wow, this is a really good service and did not...

Wow, this is a really good service and did not even know about it! Most light aircraft would be able access these airborne, and could be a lifesaver for a VFR pilot contemplating a flight in marginal...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Jun 2017, 06:41
Replies: 259
Views: 86,701
Posted By AussieAviator

The afternoon news just said that they had just...

The afternoon news just said that they had just taken off, Extremely poor weather at the time. Check the 1030 Metar.
https://flightaware.com/resources/airport/YMTG/weather
The ADSB record shows a...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
18th Jun 2013, 22:59
Replies: 838
Views: 647,464
Posted By AussieAviator

I too got caught out yesterday, and I would have...

I too got caught out yesterday, and I would have landed with 2.5 tons of fuel. I think the met boys were having a bad day, as the fog wasn't forecast and didn't clear until 1-2 hours AFTER the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
31st Jan 2012, 08:23
Replies: 10
Views: 14,652
Posted By AussieAviator

A lot of pilot's use this site. Absolutely free...

A lot of pilot's use this site. Absolutely free and possible to download an entire manufactures AOM, plus handy crew training manuals. One guy that I met at the sim centre, had to pay for his...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
9th Jan 2012, 23:55
Replies: 106
Views: 64,765
Posted By AussieAviator

Seems Qantas are getting serious now. Does...

Seems Qantas are getting serious now. Does anybody know if any other F100 operaters in the region have lost pilot's to Network? This article was in yesterdays Australian.

Qantas adds 14 more...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
4th Jan 2012, 21:10
Replies: 49
Views: 11,099
Posted By AussieAviator

I have about 4000 hours command time on A320...

I have about 4000 hours command time on A320 aircraft, and while the A330 is very similar, there are many subtle differences, so I can't specifically comment on the A330. Some posters here seem to...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
16th Nov 2011, 05:41
Replies: 1,629
Views: 471,942
Posted By AussieAviator

PM, I wouldn't have a clue if Air Australia can...

PM, I wouldn't have a clue if Air Australia can make a profit or not. But they are also running a international operation as well, so maybe that makes money and supports the domestic flights. Not my...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Nov 2011, 18:25
Replies: 1,629
Views: 471,942
Posted By AussieAviator

Tiger Airways Australia incurred an operating...

Tiger Airways Australia incurred an operating loss of S$27.2 million for the quarter, with revenue falling to S$8.8 million from S$67.2 million a year earlier.

Wow! That's a large loss for only a...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
31st Oct 2011, 21:25
Replies: 96
Views: 16,525
Posted By AussieAviator

I didn't realize that AJ wanted to be a pilot,...

I didn't realize that AJ wanted to be a pilot, earlier in his career. Here is the online article.
Pilot reject came up through ranks | Courier Mail...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
21st Oct 2011, 06:51
Replies: 367
Views: 43,687
Posted By AussieAviator

FF, yes, I do indeed think that it will be a...

FF, yes, I do indeed think that it will be a massive new tax, because the cost of living will rise, for no apparent gain. I work very hard, as does my wife. Because of that, we are considered high...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
21st Oct 2011, 05:58
Replies: 367
Views: 43,687
Posted By AussieAviator

I love this debate, guys and gals, but my...

I love this debate, guys and gals, but my original concern was introducing a massive new tax, against the wishes of the people, and making this country less competitive against our competitors. Will...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
19th Oct 2011, 22:17
Replies: 367
Views: 43,687
Posted By AussieAviator

CARBON TAX-It's Started!

I cannot believe that the government is imposing this on the country, when the whole world economy is so fragile. I lost my job once at Ansett, and don't want to lose my current jet job, because of...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
11th Sep 2011, 09:32
Replies: 47
Views: 18,426
Posted By AussieAviator

Here's a interesting clip from MJ. New...

Here's a interesting clip from MJ.

New Aussie airline (http://today.ninemsn.com.au/videoindex.aspx?videoid=f662dde2-c91a-4f15-830f-75d33af1a9e3)
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
9th Sep 2011, 05:34
Replies: 888
Views: 221,257
Posted By AussieAviator

Apparently, Skippers have just lost a bunch of...

Apparently, Skippers have just lost a bunch of Captains to Alliance Airlines for F100 Perth and Adelaide slots. I didn't think Adelaide had a jet?:confused:
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
9th Sep 2011, 04:17
Replies: 1,629
Views: 471,942
Posted By AussieAviator

Tiger Airlines

I have some friends flying for Tiger, who are seriously considering moving to either Strategic or Jetstar. This article doesn't instill one with confidence! I hope that it becomes strong again, as...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
7th Jul 2011, 04:11
Replies: 52
Views: 41,218
Posted By AussieAviator

Alliance Airlines

A bit of good news for a change concerning a home grown Aussie airline. Maybe a future tie up with Qantas, concerning the east coast operations.
...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Jul 2011, 08:45
Replies: 1,629
Views: 471,942
Posted By AussieAviator

I just watched a news item on channel 10 news...

I just watched a news item on channel 10 news stating that Tiger will be pulling out from the ADL-SYD run from August 1, 2011. It said that it expects staff losses from ADL, and possibly out of the...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
21st Jun 2011, 07:10
Replies: 96
Views: 16,859
Posted By AussieAviator

Heard from a QF engineer that SIA B777 morning...

Heard from a QF engineer that SIA B777 morning flight into ADL today has suffered significant ash damage, and is grounded in ADL. Does anybody know any more?
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