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Forum: Tech Log
27th Dec 2016, 10:38
Replies: 30
Views: 22,246
Posted By Sprinkles

I'd actually disagree Cough. In my...

I'd actually disagree Cough.

In my experience I'd say the 321 in Config 3 actually has a slightly lower nose attitude than in Config Full. Thus increasing the tail strike margin! which would...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
25th Oct 2016, 11:34
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,684
Posted By Sprinkles

Been invited for an interview. Sorry to...

Been invited for an interview.

Sorry to hear other guys haven't.

320/321 3,300 hrs.

Sorry Rusty. :uhoh:
Forum: Rumours & News
4th Nov 2015, 17:16
Replies: 2,082
Views: 2,499,772
Posted By Sprinkles

As someone who is due to operate a Sharm this...

As someone who is due to operate a Sharm this weekend I have to admit I've been seriously worried these past few days. I've been saying for months (not on here) that the next place, after Tunisia to...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
26th Sep 2014, 19:30
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,135,946
Posted By Sprinkles

Cheers for the reply binsleepen. Seniority...

Cheers for the reply binsleepen.

Seniority is my only hope. Fortunately that might keep me safe but questions will have to be asked on the longevity of the business. But that's not relevant here....
Forum: Terms and Endearment
26th Sep 2014, 16:22
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,135,946
Posted By Sprinkles

PFO for me. Current Monarch SFO. I didn't even...

PFO for me. Current Monarch SFO. I didn't even get to attend the 1st selection process!!! A point blank rejection after my initial online application. I didn't think I was that much of a :mad: on...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
14th Sep 2014, 19:56
Replies: 686
Views: 532,838
Posted By Sprinkles

MPL

Regarding MPL guys. Their main concern is the fact they'll be getting dumped into the market with low hours. The union have given us more specific information regarding the status of their licences. ...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
5th Jan 2014, 13:56
Replies: 205
Views: 61,651
Posted By Sprinkles

Journey man I beg to differ about finger...

Journey man I beg to differ about finger pointing. But we'll go around in circles with that so let's just say we agree to disagree.

In reply to you being incorrect. Did you not say those flying...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
5th Jan 2014, 10:42
Replies: 205
Views: 61,651
Posted By Sprinkles

Disingenuous!!! :} :} :} That's the funniest...

Disingenuous!!! :} :} :}

That's the funniest thing I've heard all week! Cheers for cheering me up at least. If you knew me, you'd know I'm anything but. In fact quite the opposite.

To be frank...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
4th Jan 2014, 19:01
Replies: 205
Views: 61,651
Posted By Sprinkles

Flieng, if you're going to proportion blame you...

Flieng, if you're going to proportion blame you really need to do it based on contribution.

As cadets contribute nothing to the T&Cs they are offered, I cannot see how they can be blamed any more...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
4th Jan 2014, 13:12
Replies: 205
Views: 61,651
Posted By Sprinkles

Journey man I think you need to be a bit more...

Journey man I think you need to be a bit more thorough in what you read. I said very little choice, not no choice. There's a subtle, but big difference.

When I started training the likes of eJ...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
3rd Jan 2014, 22:55
Replies: 205
Views: 61,651
Posted By Sprinkles

Cadets responsible?

flieng,

I think you've missed the objection. Your post isn't tosh, it's your statement that cadets or low hour'd guys straight out of flight school are responsible for the exploitative industry we...
Forum: Tech Log
13th Dec 2013, 19:48
Replies: 12
Views: 8,306
Posted By Sprinkles

Define very short final. Not trying to be...

Define very short final.

Not trying to be cocky but I always use the rudders in the flare with a cross wind.

I'm not conscious of using them above 30 feet. The side stick seems to do a pretty...
Forum: Rumours & News
9th Oct 2013, 15:03
Replies: 202
Views: 77,886
Posted By Sprinkles

Name and shame this MEP. He obviously has no clue...

Name and shame this MEP. He obviously has no clue on how our lives work

I for one do not sleep easily during the day. Especially if I have been getting up at 9am the previous three days for midday...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
7th Oct 2013, 15:36
Replies: 2,003
Views: 1,457,621
Posted By Sprinkles

Replace words "delusional optimists" with words...

Replace words "delusional optimists" with words "eJ (flexi-crew) offer to DEPs"



And word "character traits" with "contracts"

And you have sound advice! :D
Forum: Terms and Endearment
5th Oct 2013, 17:32
Replies: 2,003
Views: 1,457,621
Posted By Sprinkles

Perhaps we should meet over a beer then Alex and...

Perhaps we should meet over a beer then Alex and I'll show in forensic detail how the hours I had received under flexi were so appalling. I'll also show you how CTC threatened me with renaging...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
26th Sep 2013, 19:29
Replies: 2,003
Views: 1,457,621
Posted By Sprinkles

No they're not. I was 100% full time from day...

No they're not. I was 100% full time from day one. As was everybody else whom have joined since. To the best of my knowledge. We have more than enough guys volunteering for part time deals.


...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
28th Aug 2013, 14:22
Replies: 2,003
Views: 1,457,621
Posted By Sprinkles

ADM you're still missing the point. What...

ADM you're still missing the point. What relevance is all the new commands and their T&Cs this year and next to people joining now? How many of the guys applying now will be given a direct entry...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
26th Aug 2013, 21:40
Replies: 2,003
Views: 1,457,621
Posted By Sprinkles

When I was there commuting letters were only...

When I was there commuting letters were only available to those on permanent contracts. Flexi pilots were not eligible for a commuter letter. This may have changed since my departure.

Hourly rate...
Forum: Rumours & News
12th Jul 2013, 10:47
Replies: 480
Views: 159,930
Posted By Sprinkles

They've been saying "cleared for the ILS" in...

They've been saying "cleared for the ILS" in Gatwick for months! :hmm:
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
10th Jul 2013, 09:45
Replies: 4,866
Views: 1,935,183
Posted By Sprinkles

It is when it's a 'performed' forced landing! :8

It is when it's a 'performed' forced landing! :8
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
9th Jul 2013, 21:30
Replies: 4,866
Views: 1,935,183
Posted By Sprinkles

8 months a long time in NZ!? Seriously guys...

8 months a long time in NZ!? Seriously guys that's nothing. When i was there i went to NZ three times over the course of the wings programme. First trip home after 7 months was to complete the first...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
9th May 2013, 20:54
Replies: 964
Views: 562,232
Posted By Sprinkles

@1000 cruiser, Monarch could easily fill...

@1000 cruiser,

Monarch could easily fill every opening with guys from Easy if they wanted. In fact one of the management in easy had a go at Balpa after they informed a load of flexi pilots...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
1st Mar 2013, 15:25
Replies: 62
Views: 24,427
Posted By Sprinkles

As an ex flexi pilot all I can say is avoid it...

As an ex flexi pilot all I can say is avoid it like the plague! Seriously do not consider it, do not try and rationalise it, justify it, reason with it or convince yourself its a way to get in. Just...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
25th Jul 2012, 08:43
Replies: 964
Views: 562,232
Posted By Sprinkles

AdM you're right my choice of words were not...

AdM you're right my choice of words were not really very good. In fact I am very grateful for the experience I have gained knowing not many people get to do it. Especially with my hours after...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
24th Jul 2012, 17:29
Replies: 964
Views: 562,232
Posted By Sprinkles

Two years ago I missed out on a Monarch interview...

Two years ago I missed out on a Monarch interview because I was about 5 places too far down the CTC hold pool to be considered. :(

So when the likes of easyjet came along telling us that we'll...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
20th Jul 2012, 12:00
Replies: 964
Views: 562,232
Posted By Sprinkles

Wanted to add my 2 cents to this thread. ...

Wanted to add my 2 cents to this thread.

Leaving very (secure?) flexi orange job to go to Mon. My reasons are quite simple. The constant shafting I've received from ej/CTC since starting with...
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