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Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
25th Jan 2006, 11:07
Replies: 18
Views: 2,938
Posted By 1013

Even if QF cant get a B777 that will do LHR...

Even if QF cant get a B777 that will do LHR direct they are a great replacement for the ageing B744 fleet and the B777-300ER will carry some 350 odd pax from Asia to London or Frankfurt for alot less...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
6th Jan 2006, 22:34
Replies: 48
Views: 12,404
Posted By 1013

Re: Virgins off to Emirates

Maybe I am reading this incorrectly, but the way I read that web attachment the Central Bank of the UAE (which according to HALAS doesnt exist) functions in much the same way as the Reserve Bank of...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
29th Dec 2005, 01:02
Replies: 22
Views: 9,466
Posted By 1013

Natit I must say I was bitterly...

Natit

I must say I was bitterly disappointed with the level of service I heard about with Emirates.

What was promised and what others ranted about was nothing like what my beautiful wife and I...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
26th Dec 2005, 21:33
Replies: 22
Views: 9,466
Posted By 1013

I have to disagree about the business class...

I have to disagree about the business class service offered by Emirates.
Recently my wife and I flew Business Class on Emirates from Sydney to Dubai and then onto London.

The service was...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
26th Nov 2005, 05:20
Replies: 15
Views: 4,931
Posted By 1013

3 Qantas baggage handlers arrested for dealing drugs

THREE Qantas workers, alleged to be part of a sophisticated drug syndicate and with access to secure areas of Sydney Airport, have been granted bail.

Paul Richard Barnett, 23, and Khaled Allouche,...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
22nd Nov 2005, 23:35
Replies: 6
Views: 1,858
Posted By 1013

Yeah, the share price has really been on a...

Yeah, the share price has really been on a roller-coaster ride of late.
From $1.48 a few weeks ago up to $1.85 only late last week.
Now down to $1.56. Thats a lot of volatility which is always...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
17th Nov 2005, 00:31
Replies: 6
Views: 1,858
Posted By 1013

It certainly hasnt hurt their share price at all...

It certainly hasnt hurt their share price at all - it's up over 20%.

Yes, they have a nice shiny new loyalty scheme which is something they claimed was never part of the "Virgin Model or business...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
7th Nov 2005, 22:52
Replies: 43
Views: 6,326
Posted By 1013

Couldnt have put it better myself Bulkhead. ...

Couldnt have put it better myself Bulkhead.

Ibol me thinks needs a dose of reality tempered with a dash of humility.

Were you the kid that used to get bashed and never had any lunch money...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Nov 2005, 20:12
Replies: 2
Views: 854
Posted By 1013

About 15 years ago I had the distinct pleasure of...

About 15 years ago I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Mr Baxter at Camarillo airport in California.

He was flying an old german taildragger (model eludes my mind at the moment).

A gentleman...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Nov 2005, 19:56
Replies: 43
Views: 6,326
Posted By 1013

I hear what Scooter is saying and agree that...

I hear what Scooter is saying and agree that there is a problem in the system when the average B744 S/O gets paid more than any FO on another type.

In-flight relief, although important...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
22nd Sep 2005, 23:58
Replies: 18
Views: 2,319
Posted By 1013

Air Luxor A330 on ground at Sydney - whats the go?

Been flying to Sydney a few times over the last few weeks.

Saw an Air Luxor A330 parked in the same spot for about 6 weeks plus and it looks like it hasnt moved.

What is it doing in Sydney and...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Sep 2005, 03:27
Replies: 24
Views: 6,478
Posted By 1013

No need to name the individual, as I'm sure that...

No need to name the individual, as I'm sure that 4 Corners flogged it enough.

Trying to start an airline, claiming that he couldnt afford to have his Jaguar fixed let alone fill the tank with gas...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
5th Sep 2005, 07:00
Replies: 8
Views: 1,887
Posted By 1013

Baxter and Morgan had the amazing gift of being...

Baxter and Morgan had the amazing gift of being able to put their love and passion for flying into prose without ever having to grandstand.

The Australian Aviation and Australian Flying magazines...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Sep 2005, 06:00
Replies: 19
Views: 1,518
Posted By 1013

Pilots Riot on Sydney streets. By Michael...

Pilots Riot on Sydney streets.

By Michael Veeblefitzer.

Massive riots occurred yesterday around the Sydney Opera House forecourt and spread to the streets of the Sydney CBD.

Leading the riot...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Sep 2005, 05:43
Replies: 23
Views: 3,976
Posted By 1013

Virgin Blue - Who's Telling the Truth?

From today's press:

Airline Chief contradicts Branson on fuel hedging

by Geoff Easdown

Virgin Blue chief Brett Godfrey has turned the tables on former boss Sir Richard Branson by giving a...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
28th Jul 2005, 02:17
Replies: 51
Views: 10,197
Posted By 1013

Having recently flown with all 3 airlines and...

Having recently flown with all 3 airlines and having no allegiance I can speak about them candidly.

The service you get at QF is great domestically in my opinion.
When you fly with a lower-cost...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jul 2005, 13:40
Replies: 51
Views: 10,197
Posted By 1013

Oz Ocker. I couldnt make heads or tails of...

Oz Ocker.

I couldnt make heads or tails of what you wrote but finally got the gist after 3 reads or so.
Basic English will suffice next time pal.

I have flown both Jetstar as well as VB.
At...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jul 2005, 13:23
Replies: 24
Views: 4,578
Posted By 1013

I think we can expect future generations of...

I think we can expect future generations of aircraft, starting with the A380 to have the pilots "hermetically sealed" inside a sealed section.
They will probably have their own toilets, crew rest...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jul 2005, 13:19
Replies: 46
Views: 7,105
Posted By 1013

Gnadenburg - good analogy about Mr Buzzy having...

Gnadenburg - good analogy about Mr Buzzy having to pay for sex also!

Psycho Joe hit the nail on the head when he stated the point that next, people such as Mr Buzzy (sadly no longer tolerated on...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
14th Jul 2005, 00:17
Replies: 55
Views: 9,697
Posted By 1013

I dont know the man and have never flown the A330...

I dont know the man and have never flown the A330 but congrats to the Captain for putting a face to the name/title.
Many pax only ever hear a voice and thats the extent of knowing who is in charge...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
12th Jul 2005, 22:47
Replies: 46
Views: 7,105
Posted By 1013

It gets to the stage where the question amongst...

It gets to the stage where the question amongst recruiters will be, " this guy is a far better candidate but cannot afford the endorsement but this guy wont make as good an employee and his Daddy is...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
8th Jul 2005, 22:32
Replies: 42
Views: 6,717
Posted By 1013

Uncommon Sense. Never a truer word spoken...

Uncommon Sense.

Never a truer word spoken than your quote:



I too have been guilty of the very same crime that these other aviators have been accused of.

Fortunately no, it was not...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
8th Jul 2005, 22:16
Replies: 23
Views: 4,854
Posted By 1013

Mr Buzzy sounds like he harps on and on whenever...

Mr Buzzy sounds like he harps on and on whenever challenged.
He must be a joy to operate an aircraft with judging by the way he gets his knickers in a knot whenever himself or VB gets criticised....
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
22nd Sep 2004, 23:08
Replies: 71
Views: 6,679
Posted By 1013

So please let me get this straight. A...

So please let me get this straight.
A suspicious article is discovered by baggage handlers and the conversation and actions are something like this:

Bloggs A : 'Hey this article looks suspicious...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
6th Aug 2004, 22:30
Replies: 13
Views: 1,914
Posted By 1013

I agree that the Fox/Lew Tesna proposal would...

I agree that the Fox/Lew Tesna proposal would have been doomed from the start.
The shoddy way it was handled from the onset and lies portrayed were indicative of that.

Add to that the government...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
5th Aug 2004, 02:20
Replies: 26
Views: 3,613
Posted By 1013

Share price $1.63 and falling. Looks like...

Share price $1.63 and falling.

Looks like the institutional investors are starting to opt out of Virgin Blue and taking their money to greener pastures.
Unfortunately this leaves the poor old mum...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jun 2004, 01:49
Replies: 15
Views: 2,972
Posted By 1013

Dam shame that. No more shopping expeditions to...

Dam shame that.
No more shopping expeditions to Marcs and Spencer, Sainsbury's or Harrods at Knightsbridge.

I wonder if they would feel the same way if they were accomodated everywhere at Airport...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jun 2004, 01:36
Replies: 44
Views: 8,783
Posted By 1013

Captain Bloggs. Check out the page on...

Captain Bloggs.

Check out the page on Rumours dealing with this topic with this quote:

"Confirmation i'm afraid.Both pilots involved in the overrun incident at J'burg have been sacked. Training...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jun 2004, 01:13
Replies: 17
Views: 2,461
Posted By 1013

Airsupport has spoken both honestly and openly. ...

Airsupport has spoken both honestly and openly.

Bugsmasher.
Put your money where your mouth is son and if they are really worth $3 as you say then why not risk your hard earned cash and buy a...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jun 2004, 01:03
Replies: 44
Views: 8,783
Posted By 1013

No wonder two pilots only recently resigned from...

No wonder two pilots only recently resigned from VB to go work in Saudi Arabia.
Its obviously safer risking being killed or kidnapped and then decapitated by muslim extremists than flying with VB !!...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
11th Jun 2004, 23:43
Replies: 23
Views: 2,830
Posted By 1013

Wasn't this thread about Virgin Blue's shoddy...

Wasn't this thread about Virgin Blue's shoddy engineering and maintenance records issue?

Perhaps this thread should be continued in the Tech Log where the finer points of ETOPS can be discussed...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
11th Jun 2004, 23:38
Replies: 6
Views: 1,675
Posted By 1013

It never ceases to amaze me the lengths Richard...

It never ceases to amaze me the lengths Richard Branson will go to in order to grandstand.

Anything to do with high altitude flight, let alone venturing into the upper edge of the atmosphere/space...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
4th Jun 2004, 00:03
Replies: 4
Views: 1,001
Posted By 1013

Isnt this the required job of CASA in the first...

Isnt this the required job of CASA in the first place?????
What have they been doing all these years?

Do they redeploy woefully underutilised inspectors or go on a mass recruitment spree as per...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
4th Jun 2004, 00:00
Replies: 12
Views: 1,336
Posted By 1013

Rumour has it that VB has a van that runs around...

Rumour has it that VB has a van that runs around checking the departure and arrival times of the opposition (in this case Qantas).

Please correct me if I'm wrong, but dont Qantas (like all...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
30th Apr 2004, 01:24
Replies: 3
Views: 1,311
Posted By 1013

Judging by the Virgin Blue falling share price...

Judging by the Virgin Blue falling share price and other less favourable factors,this sounds like it could be pie-in-the-sky stuff.
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