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Forum: Rumours & News
5th Aug 2016, 03:17
Replies: 58
Views: 53,184
Posted By Scudsy

Couldn't Possibly Comment

In a word... yes

Pilots lining up to leave, lots of experience departing the company. And it's the rosters. Crippling!
Forum: Middle East
20th Feb 2008, 17:41
Replies: 70
Views: 12,427
Posted By Scudsy

We await with baited breath the publication of...

We await with baited breath the publication of the March roster. Then we can answer your question. BIG, Big changes over here. New roster rules in force.

Getting back to the USA?

Well concorde...
Forum: Middle East
14th Feb 2008, 06:33
Replies: 144
Views: 30,198
Posted By Scudsy

I have put in my March bid and look forward to...

I have put in my March bid and look forward to finding out how things turn out. I've bid heavily for Ultra Long Haul, and normally would pick up two in this bid group.

I really can't see that...
Forum: Middle East
9th Feb 2008, 12:29
Replies: 144
Views: 30,198
Posted By Scudsy

Agree

I have to agree with Tango Uniform. I don't know where pork and brew got that one from, it just doesn't make any sense. The Americans (both North and South) will be sorely affected by this change....
Forum: Middle East
8th Feb 2008, 18:52
Replies: 144
Views: 30,198
Posted By Scudsy

Nothing to do with safety.

And so the terms and conditions continue their steady decline.
Just how much is enough? Do we need to make 5000 billion dollars a year before someone says "well guess what? I suppose they're doing a...
Forum: Middle East
10th Apr 2007, 15:19
Replies: 31
Views: 7,134
Posted By Scudsy

There are lots of clubs and activities for kids....

There are lots of clubs and activities for kids. You can keep them busy. But it takes alot of driving to and fro as they are mainly outside of school. With the traffic getting so bad it is a...
Forum: Middle East
10th Apr 2007, 07:33
Replies: 31
Views: 7,134
Posted By Scudsy

Relative merits & Pneumonia!

Yes there are some lovely things about Dubai and some awfull things about Dubai. Pros and cons like any place on Earth.
I believe the question was based on a move from HK and was for the health of a...
Forum: Middle East
7th Apr 2007, 09:59
Replies: 31
Views: 7,134
Posted By Scudsy

Clean Air!

If you are moving to Dubai for clean air.....
THINK AGAIN!
There is a thick smog over the city most days. It's turning into Los Angeles very quickly. It is definitely something that is getting...
Forum: Middle East
5th Apr 2007, 18:52
Replies: 31
Views: 7,134
Posted By Scudsy

That is Excellent advice, I strongly recommend...

That is Excellent advice, I strongly recommend it!

:ok:
Forum: Middle East
1st Apr 2007, 14:33
Replies: 4,944
Views: 3,510,245
Posted By Scudsy

Bonded

Yes you'll be bonded for the first 3 years and I don't know what the figure is now but it will be substantial. In this current climate of pilot employment it may be worth shopping around before...
Forum: Middle East
27th Mar 2007, 09:13
Replies: 201
Views: 63,625
Posted By Scudsy

Most people do more with theirs lives than just...

Most people do more with theirs lives than just get pissed & go to work. Although some pilots give that impression, especially those caught drunk at security.

There is no excuse for "last minute...
Forum: Middle East
27th Mar 2007, 07:28
Replies: 201
Views: 63,625
Posted By Scudsy

Do what you say you will do

It's a simple truth of good management. I was trained in many management skills befors becoming a pilot. The lack of manpower management skills displayed by SOME managers here is shoking (not all at...
Forum: Middle East
26th Mar 2007, 20:48
Replies: 201
Views: 63,625
Posted By Scudsy

hhhhmmmmmm...................

Yes,

yes everybody whinges about the dangerous traffic.


hhhhmmmmmm.........



wonderful insight.........
Forum: Middle East
25th Mar 2007, 14:53
Replies: 201
Views: 63,625
Posted By Scudsy

They must really have their backs to the wall if...

They must really have their backs to the wall if the rosters are this late. Busy trying to squeeze every last minute out of EK pilots.
Forum: Middle East
24th Mar 2007, 16:40
Replies: 2
Views: 1,740
Posted By Scudsy

Short sighted

This is the direction of Dubai unfortunately. The video passengers are shown on Top of Descent into Dubai is very impressive!

Kite surfing.......only one beach is authorised to have kite surfers...
Forum: Middle East
17th Mar 2007, 17:19
Replies: 4,944
Views: 3,510,245
Posted By Scudsy

Emirates will not touch you. It only recruits...

Emirates will not touch you. It only recruits direct First Officers as "Captains in waiting". Do you career a favour and get the exams done.
Forum: Middle East
7th Mar 2007, 08:08
Replies: 8
Views: 2,370
Posted By Scudsy

Even the Police drive like idiots (Dubai)

I'm not claiming to be a wonderful driver but I despair at what I see out here.
A whole family killed by a speeding and reckless POLICEMAN!...
Forum: Middle East
7th Mar 2007, 07:34
Replies: 11
Views: 2,727
Posted By Scudsy

Once you get a command expect the hours to...

Once you get a command expect the hours to increase. I'm doing 90 plus every month (no augmenting). I have heard an ugly rumour that factoring is on the wish list again.
Forum: Middle East
3rd Mar 2007, 13:00
Replies: 8
Views: 1,818
Posted By Scudsy

It won't say on your contract and you won't know...

It won't say on your contract and you won't know unless you ask.

Vacancies for both fleets.

I was always Boeing (with command time too) & they put me on the Airbus!

There's alot of that sort...
Forum: Middle East
13th Feb 2007, 17:15
Replies: 4,944
Views: 3,510,245
Posted By Scudsy

make sure you pack a helmet and roll cage for...

make sure you pack a helmet and roll cage for your car
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vg79_mM2CNY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIAQifqS96M&mode=related&search=
Forum: Middle East
8th Feb 2007, 11:56
Replies: 10
Views: 4,331
Posted By Scudsy

Massive Inflation

I have to agree with Uplock.
Local government employees getting 20% and then 25% shows the real trend in the cost of living here in Dubai. This place is fast becoming more expensive than London in...
Forum: Middle East
18th Jan 2007, 07:33
Replies: 170
Views: 39,143
Posted By Scudsy

I have to agree, basings would be great for a...

I have to agree, basings would be great for a tiny minority, and a disaster for the rest of us. I hope it never happens.
Forum: Middle East
16th Jan 2007, 19:37
Replies: 170
Views: 39,143
Posted By Scudsy

So you "think" you had a pay rise!

Cost Neutral

"Accept with thanks" the fact that our overtime rules were changed. If the change was truly "cost neutral" then why do it? Makes no sense to do so, no manager would make a change like...
Forum: Middle East
14th Jun 2006, 13:38
Replies: 87
Views: 27,961
Posted By Scudsy

Situational Awareness

If I may be allowed to speak in my previous capacity as a training captain. I can definitely see a far greater level of situational awareness from pilots with regular hands on flying practice (and...
Forum: Middle East
26th Apr 2006, 18:21
Replies: 7
Views: 3,788
Posted By Scudsy

Most people were guessing 5 (or perhaps 4 to 6)...

Most people were guessing 5 (or perhaps 4 to 6) weeks on this site some time ago. Rumage around the threads and you'll see what I mean.
Forum: Middle East
26th Apr 2006, 12:24
Replies: 7
Views: 3,788
Posted By Scudsy

Bonus 5 weeks. Announced on the bulletin board....

Bonus 5 weeks. Announced on the bulletin board. The crew portal bulletin board which has information 3 weeks (or more) after this one! Well done PPRUNE, keep up the good work.
Forum: Middle East
21st Apr 2006, 20:28
Replies: 20
Views: 4,186
Posted By Scudsy

Stupidity

Oh we have touched a raw one haven't we!

If you take the time to PROPERLY READ the reply I posted earlier, IT IS CLEAR to all but those who are dead from the neck up that THE STUPIDITY I REFER TO...
Forum: Middle East
21st Apr 2006, 06:37
Replies: 20
Views: 4,186
Posted By Scudsy

zomp have you ever flown a Boeing?

zomp have you ever flown a Boeing?
Forum: Middle East
20th Apr 2006, 20:27
Replies: 20
Views: 4,186
Posted By Scudsy

I cannot stand the airbus. It's a complete dog....

I cannot stand the airbus. It's a complete dog. The side stick is a joke, god help you in a cross wind, it's not flying, it's not even fun compared to my playstation. The bunk is in the arse end of...
Forum: Middle East
20th Apr 2006, 10:40
Replies: 20
Views: 4,186
Posted By Scudsy

It's a stupid question to ask at interview, and...

It's a stupid question to ask at interview, and if you were asked it then it just goes to show that the question is presented to make you feel good and not because you have any say in your direction....
Forum: Middle East
8th Apr 2006, 05:20
Replies: 2
Views: 1,414
Posted By Scudsy

Most of my engineering buddies work in the UK,...

Most of my engineering buddies work in the UK, and they don't think EK is a good deal at all. So if you are from Europe or some where with equivalent pay then don't bother. If you are from some where...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
2nd Apr 2006, 19:57
Replies: 6
Views: 2,310
Posted By Scudsy

ABSOLUTE & UTTER RUBBISH

Talking as a pilot, and previously an engineer, both an aircraft engineer and in the Telecommunications industry, I can say that this bonding idea is regarded in most non aviation industries as...
Forum: Middle East
17th Mar 2006, 00:09
Replies: 4,944
Views: 3,510,245
Posted By Scudsy

Truth

From other threads I can postulate that big geordie has no daughters to worry about.
Forum: Middle East
13th Mar 2006, 05:29
Replies: 16
Views: 1,480
Posted By Scudsy

Wait up & listen!

No No NO! It's not impossible, but it is difficult. That's why the world is facing a potential shortage of EXPERIENCED pilots. Being a pilot is like being Doctor (OK Doctors are smarter) it's about...
Forum: Middle East
12th Mar 2006, 17:01
Replies: 16
Views: 1,480
Posted By Scudsy

If you are not a miltary type then the ASAF will...

If you are not a miltary type then the ASAF will spot you a mile off and you won't get far. Worth a try but don't think thta the only way forward. You are only 18 so don't be in a huge rush. You will...
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