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Forum: Rotorheads
14th Jan 2021, 02:05
Replies: 8
Views: 1,668
Posted By rabidcat

ah ha! Thank you both for the help. I'll consider...

ah ha! Thank you both for the help. I'll consider both of these options. I really do need to learn excel at some point in my life, however the lazy $45 method is appealing=)
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Jan 2021, 15:10
Replies: 8
Views: 1,668
Posted By rabidcat

pilot logbooking medium, excel logbooking question

Anyone have a good excel for logbooking? I am getting tired of changing logbook mediums. I like paper, but I also like a digital backup in case the house burns down or something happens to them. I am...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
3rd Nov 2015, 22:30
Replies: 0
Views: 1,986
Posted By rabidcat

Collins 841 autopilot

I am trying to locate anyone who can test a collins 841 out of a bell 206. The part is obsolete and unsupported now and it's become very difficult to find a service center than can check these...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Feb 2012, 22:55
Replies: 2
Views: 1,250
Posted By rabidcat

Thanks SASless. Yeah, her dispatch school claims...

Thanks SASless. Yeah, her dispatch school claims %100 job placement, however, so far the AM class is the only ones getting the interviews:(

I only have a couple months left, and she shouldnbe...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Feb 2012, 04:32
Replies: 2
Views: 1,250
Posted By rabidcat

Could use some job search advice

I am currently a student helicopter pilot here in Dallas and my wife is going through IFOD (Institude of Flight Ops and Dispatch) school here. We are hoping to get jobs in the same area when she...
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
18th Feb 2012, 03:23
Replies: 2
Views: 2,373
Posted By rabidcat

In need of advice from dispatchers

I am currently a student helicopter pilot here in Dallas and my wife is going through IFOD (Institude of Flight Ops and Dispatch) school here. We are hoping to get jobs in the same area and are...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th May 2011, 22:25
Replies: 80
Views: 40,443
Posted By rabidcat

Just wanted to add, and yes it's totally off...

Just wanted to add, and yes it's totally off topic, but his million dollar mansion looks like a hovel. The construction is shoddy and there is a real lack of landscaping or any kind of flair to that...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th May 2011, 21:27
Replies: 80
Views: 40,443
Posted By rabidcat

So, now that we established they are likely...

So, now that we established they are likely stealthy blackhawks... The next question is, was this a 'mechanical failure' or did that thing get blown on to the wire topped fence when they destroyed...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th May 2011, 13:56
Replies: 80
Views: 40,443
Posted By rabidcat

It seems the press agrees that this tail section...

It seems the press agrees that this tail section is 'odd'

Top Secret Stealth Helicopters used in Bin Laden Raid (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2011/05/04/stealth_chopper_bin_laden_raid/)

I am a...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Feb 2011, 05:23
Replies: 4
Views: 1,728
Posted By rabidcat

Sorry, forgot to mention im in the US.

Sorry, forgot to mention im in the US.
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Feb 2011, 18:07
Replies: 4
Views: 1,728
Posted By rabidcat

the mystical mil flight school guarantee

This is a somewhat 'dead horse' subject that I want to kick again. I keep hearing people say, "make sure you get a guarantee" in your military contract when you talk to a recruiter if you want to fly...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Feb 2011, 18:48
Replies: 3
Views: 1,028
Posted By rabidcat

Flying for the U.S. Gov

Maybe I am lacking in google searching imagination, but it seems that there is very little information out there about requirements for flying a helicopter with different U.S. government agencies.
...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Sep 2010, 03:01
Replies: 1
Views: 1,005
Posted By rabidcat

2 questions for Instructors

I'll make this fairly cut and dry.
1)When you all were in training, when did you begin working on your CFI book/lesson plans?

2)How long did it take to complete?

I was considering starting...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Jul 2010, 15:49
Replies: 29
Views: 12,926
Posted By rabidcat

Did the re-ride today and knocked it out. :ok:

Did the re-ride today and knocked it out. :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Jul 2010, 19:17
Replies: 29
Views: 12,926
Posted By rabidcat

I agree with most of what you said, just don't...

I agree with most of what you said, just don't confuse my "tired" comments as being me crying or making excuses. It is what it is... I was tired. As a pilot do you not accept being tired as a factor?...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Jul 2010, 06:21
Replies: 29
Views: 12,926
Posted By rabidcat

I appreciate everyone's advice, criticism (you...

I appreciate everyone's advice, criticism (you bastards!), and experiences. Always nice to have the perspectives. I don't want anyone to think I am saying that I got a raw deal and if my examiner...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Jul 2010, 01:03
Replies: 29
Views: 12,926
Posted By rabidcat

I follow you on that for sure. I wont lie, this...

I follow you on that for sure. I wont lie, this stuff wears me out and i get sort of sloppy. Its a work in progress... Then again, it's tiring to get grilled for 2hrs then have to perform under close...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jul 2010, 22:41
Replies: 29
Views: 12,926
Posted By rabidcat

In the U.S. Well, all the variables of the...

In the U.S.

Well, all the variables of the engine failure were fair. 600AGL on downwind pitching for 70kts, pulling a good amount of pitch (maybe about 22in in the R22). I'm not saying the setup...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jul 2010, 21:31
Replies: 29
Views: 12,926
Posted By rabidcat

Consequences of failed checkride

I did my check ride today and failed. Everything went pretty well except the throttle chop (sim engine failure) and the 180 auto. I've never had a problem with the 180 auto RPM getting to high, but...
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Jun 2010, 05:53
Replies: 60
Views: 10,952
Posted By rabidcat

I am a bit embarrassed to ask this, but what is...

I am a bit embarrassed to ask this, but what is this "Ass, tin, ticket" bit that you all speak of? I am sure it is quite obvious but let's pretend for a moment that I am just not all that...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Jun 2010, 03:58
Replies: 60
Views: 10,952
Posted By rabidcat

Cool, yea I was not being defensive, just trying...

Cool, yea I was not being defensive, just trying to figure out the general consensus on what is acceptable. Appreciate the input from all of you.



So, in plain old American, what does that...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jun 2010, 22:31
Replies: 60
Views: 10,952
Posted By rabidcat

I was trying to settle the argument for everyone....

I was trying to settle the argument for everyone.

Alright Coyote, if/when the engine takes a nap, I'll revert to my awesome training (which will re-commence in 9 days hopefully) and stick to the...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jun 2010, 18:15
Replies: 60
Views: 10,952
Posted By rabidcat

Well you guys have succeeded in explaining quite...

Well you guys have succeeded in explaining quite a few things. In an emergency 1st and foremost fly the helicopter, RPM's are life, keep it within limits for training at least. All of you guys have...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jun 2010, 04:14
Replies: 60
Views: 10,952
Posted By rabidcat

Very interesting. I have noticed that most of the...

Very interesting. I have noticed that most of the techniques suggested about using the non moving spot on windscreen etc are not taught by my instructor. In fact, really the only thing my current...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jun 2010, 18:14
Replies: 60
Views: 10,952
Posted By rabidcat

Autorotation: Hitting the spot

I am getting better at autos despite my instructor and my only real hangup is 'hitting the spot.' It is pretty bad actually. In the 22 I can enter a normal auto, switch to max glide, do S-turns, 360,...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Jun 2010, 07:16
Replies: 333
Views: 111,931
Posted By rabidcat

My bad, H-E-L-I-C-O-P-T-E-R as if everyone and...

My bad, H-E-L-I-C-O-P-T-E-R as if everyone and their grandma didn't know what I meant. We good now?:ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Jun 2010, 03:36
Replies: 333
Views: 111,931
Posted By rabidcat

I didn't figure a handful of hours in turbines...

I didn't figure a handful of hours in turbines with Bell was going to get me in anywhere, just thought it may look interesting on a resume. Maybe like, "hey this guy is really trying..." I dunno...
...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Jun 2010, 21:34
Replies: 333
Views: 111,931
Posted By rabidcat

How in God's name does one learn aviation spanish...

How in God's name does one learn aviation spanish or Catalan for that matter? Seriously...

I have given some consideration to going in to a law enforcement field as well and maybe pursuing a GIS...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Jun 2010, 01:03
Replies: 333
Views: 111,931
Posted By rabidcat

First job and 'getting in to the heli industry'

This is a fairly simple/general question:

I understand it is very difficult for the beginner copter pilot to land a job in the industry if they don't get hired by the school they trained for. Is...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jun 2010, 23:32
Replies: 24
Views: 7,346
Posted By rabidcat

According to that video you can use CGI to lift...

According to that video you can use CGI to lift one...:E
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Jun 2010, 17:25
Replies: 5
Views: 1,208
Posted By rabidcat

Couple of questions for Instructors

Some of you have probably read my previous post about my skittish CFI and it made me wonder....

What kind of restrictions do you all put on your pvt students for solo?
How long did it take you...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Jun 2010, 00:07
Replies: 25
Views: 3,125
Posted By rabidcat

Very interesting statement. We have an instructor...

Very interesting statement. We have an instructor just like that, our CP as a matter of fact. He took me out for autos in the beginning when I was having LOTS of trouble and gave me the "real life...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Jun 2010, 19:38
Replies: 25
Views: 3,125
Posted By rabidcat

I really appreciate everyone's input here. It is...

I really appreciate everyone's input here. It is great to have an objective source of opinions on how to handle a situation like this. I didn't expect to have so much help and input. You guys are...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Jun 2010, 00:39
Replies: 25
Views: 3,125
Posted By rabidcat

Please, I would love to hear your rant. I am...

Please, I would love to hear your rant. I am going to be an instructor one these days... If you don't mind humoring me, I would appreciate it. Thanks for the reply
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Jun 2010, 19:36
Replies: 25
Views: 3,125
Posted By rabidcat

I appreciate all the advice. I may go ahead and...

I appreciate all the advice. I may go ahead and finish up the last of my Pvt and switch over to a new instructor for Ist and Com. It is a small community, and there are alot of factors I omitted from...
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