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Forum: ATC Issues
11th Sep 2013, 18:56
Replies: 14
Views: 2,922
Posted By Ninja Controller

Both of those are in common use every day. If we...

Both of those are in common use every day. If we don't say "climb now" the instruction is met with an immediate "is that unrestricted?", clogging up the RT. If we don't say "hectopascals" our...
Forum: ATC Issues
31st Aug 2013, 20:23
Replies: 9
Views: 1,807
Posted By Ninja Controller

They tried that once about 6 or 7 years ago,...

They tried that once about 6 or 7 years ago, Glamdring. None of them successfully validated on a London TMA sector. I'm not sure if the Regulator still gives approval.
Forum: ATC Issues
17th Aug 2013, 21:05
Replies: 41
Views: 7,445
Posted By Ninja Controller

Is there really any call for that? Popgun87,...

Is there really any call for that?

Popgun87, back when my course were to receive postings, we were asked to give our preference. Two people specifically requested Prestwick due to having family...
Forum: Middle East
13th May 2013, 12:57
Replies: 59
Views: 9,332
Posted By Ninja Controller

I hope I was on duty on the Lambourne sector when...

I hope I was on duty on the Lambourne sector when you had your gripe. Just do what you're told like a good little boy and don't let Nigel worry you.:E
Forum: ATC Issues
9th Apr 2013, 17:18
Replies: 20
Views: 5,205
Posted By Ninja Controller

My opinion is that if the controller was fired as...

My opinion is that if the controller was fired as a result of this incident, the ANSP has a poor safety management system which will result in more incidents such as this one, or worse.

Callsign...
Forum: ATC Issues
12th Feb 2013, 19:22
Replies: 23
Views: 4,857
Posted By Ninja Controller

Standard navigation charge of £145.50pa could do...

Standard navigation charge of £145.50pa could do wonders for reducing airfares.
Forum: ATC Issues
10th Feb 2013, 12:26
Replies: 63
Views: 13,560
Posted By Ninja Controller

It always amazes me that in these stories there...

It always amazes me that in these stories there is always a BA Captain to hand when a slack jawed American needs to be put in their place.

The country boys do provide some entertainment though....
Forum: ATC Issues
9th Feb 2013, 19:49
Replies: 63
Views: 13,560
Posted By Ninja Controller

"Bye bye" is a personal bugbear. ...

"Bye bye" is a personal bugbear.

"Knobjockey123, contact London Control 123.5 bye bye."
"123.55, Knobjockey123."

A colleague has the habit of saying "No delay today, Heathrow should bring you...
Forum: ATC Issues
29th Jan 2013, 21:25
Replies: 30
Views: 8,992
Posted By Ninja Controller

The real problem is with everyday conversation...

The real problem is with everyday conversation creeping into RT phraseology.
Forum: ATC Issues
17th Jan 2013, 11:09
Replies: 10
Views: 2,245
Posted By Ninja Controller

Your supervisor could have called the appropriate...

Your supervisor could have called the appropriate controlling authority to obtain an accurate METAR.
Forum: ATC Issues
14th Jan 2013, 22:55
Replies: 267
Views: 76,771
Posted By Ninja Controller

Swanwick became a much more vibrant place around...

Swanwick became a much more vibrant place around November 2007 :E

I couldn't imagine getting told of for laughing at Swanwick nowadays. A polite foxtrot oscar would probably be forthcoming.
Forum: ATC Issues
11th Jan 2013, 16:46
Replies: 13
Views: 4,447
Posted By Ninja Controller

Not for any London frequencies.

Not for any London frequencies.
Forum: ATC Issues
11th Jan 2013, 11:36
Replies: 13
Views: 4,447
Posted By Ninja Controller

It depends on the urgency of the request. If it...

It depends on the urgency of the request. If it is for an initial incident investigation it can take anything from 15 minutes up. If it is for training or competency examination purposes, it takes a...
Forum: ATC Issues
11th Jan 2013, 07:33
Replies: 6
Views: 2,602
Posted By Ninja Controller

So what you are telling us is that there was a...

So what you are telling us is that there was a minor technical issue which was addressed with an interim fix until a permanent fix could be introduced?

The horror.
Forum: ATC Issues
29th Oct 2012, 07:20
Replies: 5
Views: 2,346
Posted By Ninja Controller

Somebody had the fish. No biggie.

Somebody had the fish. No biggie.
Forum: ATC Issues
24th Oct 2012, 12:37
Replies: 32
Views: 23,431
Posted By Ninja Controller

I don't know if there are any specific to...

I don't know if there are any specific to controllers but I have seen various studies which suggest that shift workers, on average, last about 5-10 years less than those who work 9-5.

Living in...
Forum: ATC Issues
16th Aug 2012, 13:46
Replies: 16
Views: 3,535
Posted By Ninja Controller

If it is already inside controlled airspace, it...

If it is already inside controlled airspace, it is of equal priority to all other traffic in there, unless there is traffic with a higher flight priority category. If it's outside wanting to join,...
Forum: ATC Issues
15th Aug 2012, 22:24
Replies: 16
Views: 3,535
Posted By Ninja Controller

Indeed, are there is the operative word....

Indeed, are there is the operative word. Unnecessarily. I don't think that is something that any of the Solent controllers can reasonably be accused of.

My phrase may not have been the most...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Aug 2012, 23:28
Replies: 11
Views: 1,994
Posted By Ninja Controller

Some controllers have a tendency to "encourage"...

Some controllers have a tendency to "encourage" pilots of slower aircraft to leave controlled airspace earlier than they may want to. It requires less effort, but it's lazy and unprofessional. If...
Forum: ATC Issues
14th Aug 2012, 23:19
Replies: 16
Views: 3,535
Posted By Ninja Controller

I had this today. Approaching Stoney Cross,...

I had this today. Approaching Stoney Cross, direct SAM at 5000ft awaiting a zone crossing I asked Bournemouth to coordinate 30 miles ago. I got a crossing clearance just as I was about to enter the...
Forum: ATC Issues
11th Aug 2012, 17:53
Replies: 1
Views: 1,609
Posted By Ninja Controller

A question for Bristol controllers

Hello folks.

I'm planning a long IFR cross country flight and to significantly shorten and simplify the route I would like to transit overhead EGGD, south-north at anything between 4000ft and...
Forum: ATC Issues
2nd Jul 2012, 06:45
Replies: 35
Views: 8,719
Posted By Ninja Controller

In the London TMA we can see the actual IAS being...

In the London TMA we can see the actual IAS being flown. It's a very useful tool for streaming inbounds and since it's introduction, speed compliance has improved significantly.
Forum: ATC Issues
30th Jun 2012, 22:25
Replies: 35
Views: 8,719
Posted By Ninja Controller

It depends on the level, route and holding...

It depends on the level, route and holding situation. If you were heading into a hold for a 10+ minute delay I'd expect you to reduce to minimum clean speed at about 50 miles out from the hold.
...
Forum: ATC Issues
21st Dec 2011, 05:00
Replies: 18
Views: 3,410
Posted By Ninja Controller

Your captain was wrong unless you were instructed...

Your captain was wrong unless you were instructed to maintain 4000ft.
Forum: ATC Issues
6th Dec 2011, 17:58
Replies: 3
Views: 2,203
Posted By Ninja Controller

They're so flush on staff that they're sending...

They're so flush on staff that they're sending TMA controllers back to the college for an approach ticket to train on Heathrow.

Management's take? Staffing levels are sufficient. Keep calm and...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Nov 2011, 20:00
Replies: 27
Views: 4,381
Posted By Ninja Controller

Does belittling someone's posting style make you...

Does belittling someone's posting style make you feel bigger and better about yourself? There's no need for that sort of comment.
Forum: Private Flying
15th Nov 2011, 19:56
Replies: 27
Views: 4,381
Posted By Ninja Controller

Check out Phoenix Aviation based at...

Check out Phoenix Aviation based at Lee-on-Solent. Phoenix Aviation - Home (http://www.phoenixaviation.net/)

Friendly club atmosphere, some very good instructors and at very competitive rates.
...
Forum: ATC Issues
10th Nov 2011, 14:54
Replies: 16
Views: 5,566
Posted By Ninja Controller

Winchester is a popular haunt for Swanwick staff...

Winchester is a popular haunt for Swanwick staff however if you want something closer, Bursledon, Warsash, Netley and that general area isn't too bad.
Forum: ATC Issues
25th Aug 2011, 11:30
Replies: 76
Views: 15,236
Posted By Ninja Controller

Exactly. Try telling that to the current batch of...

Exactly. Try telling that to the current batch of trainees and newer validations. You can keep saying it until you are blue in the face but it doesn't sink in until you put someone into the pointy...
Forum: ATC Issues
18th Aug 2011, 15:03
Replies: 76
Views: 15,236
Posted By Ninja Controller

Adam, I think you'll find it less surprising when...

Adam, I think you'll find it less surprising when I tell you that some of the more recently valid controllers at Nats and a vast proportion of the up and coming validations have never set foot on to...
Forum: ATC Issues
11th Aug 2011, 16:02
Replies: 21
Views: 4,611
Posted By Ninja Controller

Yes, speed instructions require a mandatory...

Yes, speed instructions require a mandatory readback. That's pretty basic stuff and I'm fairly sure it's an ICAO requirement and not one of our niche UK procedures.

Out of interest, what part of...
Forum: ATC Issues
10th May 2011, 09:54
Replies: 7
Views: 2,087
Posted By Ninja Controller

I occasionally get called "Sir", much to the...

I occasionally get called "Sir", much to the amusement of my colleagues and I.
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