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Search: Posts Made By: Tornado Ali
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Forum: Fragrant Harbour
25th Apr 2013, 23:37
Replies: 3
Views: 1,789
Posted By Tornado Ali

US TAX PREPARER

Does anyone have a good contact for a tax preparer who understands the nuances of being employed in HK...but a US citizen (land of the free, home of the brave, home of the overtaxed...etc)? Thanks...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
10th Apr 2013, 14:04
Replies: 13
Views: 5,048
Posted By Tornado Ali

Uh....no, why don't we just close this thread...

Uh....no, why don't we just close this thread now, before we slander, defame and generally make giant pri@ks of ourselves. Anonymous attacks....ooohhh, aren't we brave?? Don't we REALLY have...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
1st Apr 2013, 07:34
Replies: 56
Views: 18,216
Posted By Tornado Ali

speaking from experience: not only do you end...

speaking from experience: not only do you end up dealing with untold hassle and misery during a 12hr delay...you don't even get PAID for it.
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
25th Mar 2013, 17:33
Replies: 30
Views: 9,816
Posted By Tornado Ali

difficult to get financing for a village house at...

difficult to get financing for a village house at the moment (not impossible, just difficult). Also, there is issues with title that need to be assured prior to finance. You will also need a car...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
22nd Mar 2013, 17:43
Replies: 30
Views: 9,816
Posted By Tornado Ali

Under NO circumstances would I relocate to HK...

Under NO circumstances would I relocate to HK with a family unless I was offered the following:

1) salary at least 75K mo
2) housing allowance no less than 45K mo
3) full medical coverage...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
20th Mar 2013, 01:57
Replies: 12
Views: 5,606
Posted By Tornado Ali

where do Emirate's crew stay?

where do Emirate's crew stay?
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
9th Feb 2013, 15:23
Replies: 8
Views: 3,679
Posted By Tornado Ali

....everyone is certainly aware of what a bubble...

....everyone is certainly aware of what a bubble is....problem is that very few see it and act in time before it pops. HK is certainly in a bubble. When it pops it will be epic. Discussing it...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
4th Feb 2013, 22:08
Replies: 20
Views: 7,735
Posted By Tornado Ali

...hmmm, let's remove rumour from fact. Yes,...

...hmmm, let's remove rumour from fact. Yes, fees are higher, but then so is a 15% up front tax, and a profit tax if you sell your apartment early. As for rats...never seen one. Cramped....uh,...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
4th Feb 2013, 16:15
Replies: 20
Views: 7,735
Posted By Tornado Ali

Buy a boat. In the past it hasn't been the best...

Buy a boat. In the past it hasn't been the best option (cheap real estate pricing and low interest rates, combined with small downpayments favoured real estate). Now, with the new tax, and real...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
18th Dec 2012, 01:55
Replies: 31
Views: 8,288
Posted By Tornado Ali

The difference is that the company KNOWS the FAU...

The difference is that the company KNOWS the FAU will follow through with their threat of action. Until the company believes the same about us, only the FAU will get closer to their goals.
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
14th Dec 2012, 00:09
Replies: 8
Views: 4,356
Posted By Tornado Ali

And look at the photo they used. Hilarious!

And look at the photo they used. Hilarious!
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
13th Dec 2012, 13:26
Replies: 7
Views: 5,647
Posted By Tornado Ali

I recommend ID Traveller. It is very informative...

I recommend ID Traveller. It is very informative and provides timely info on loads. Very useful for those traveling frequently on ID
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
13th Dec 2012, 13:23
Replies: 5
Views: 4,122
Posted By Tornado Ali

Which type of a/c is normally used to Kunming

Which type of a/c is normally used to Kunming
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
8th Dec 2012, 08:48
Replies: 7
Views: 5,316
Posted By Tornado Ali

Cathay Paciic. Requires 150 hours.... Sad.

Cathay Paciic. Requires 150 hours.... Sad.
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
8th Dec 2012, 08:46
Replies: 1
Views: 2,512
Posted By Tornado Ali

We are losing the battle for First Class, as 380...

We are losing the battle for First Class, as 380 operators are showing the way forward with the new luxury suites. We will become a second tier player if we don't step up and buy some large a/c. ...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
8th Dec 2012, 08:31
Replies: 23
Views: 10,199
Posted By Tornado Ali

.....hmmm, no wonder they paid the 13th. They...

.....hmmm, no wonder they paid the 13th. They couldn't have rightly announced yet MORE cargo fines and not paid the 13th. This company's arrogance is costing billions of $hkg. Don't even think...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
8th Dec 2012, 08:29
Replies: 2
Views: 1,272
Posted By Tornado Ali

BA a definite from next year with the 380 to HK. ...

BA a definite from next year with the 380 to HK. CX know they don't have a product to compete. Fly on Emirates in First...you'll realise what a joke our product is after that. BA will undoubtedly...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
8th Dec 2012, 08:26
Replies: 17
Views: 3,154
Posted By Tornado Ali

Remember though, it IS full of Canadians...! :E

Remember though, it IS full of Canadians...! :E
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
4th Dec 2012, 00:49
Replies: 30
Views: 10,704
Posted By Tornado Ali

If we don't support them getting proper...

If we don't support them getting proper conditions they will soon be our conditions. Have we learned nothing?
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
4th Dec 2012, 00:47
Replies: 70
Views: 23,826
Posted By Tornado Ali

-8's are almost a certainty. BA will be flying...

-8's are almost a certainty. BA will be flying 380's to HK very soon. CX can't compete with 777's
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
4th Dec 2012, 00:15
Replies: 23
Views: 10,199
Posted By Tornado Ali

When is payday this month?

When is payday this month?
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
4th Dec 2012, 00:14
Replies: 5
Views: 2,937
Posted By Tornado Ali

People can be sued for implied slander. Beware....

People can be sued for implied slander. Beware. Prune won't protect u if you've skirted close to the edge. You better have proof. Or you had better shut up
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
19th Jul 2012, 14:30
Replies: 24
Views: 7,653
Posted By Tornado Ali

Panza. It's called 'seniority'. Or should...

Panza. It's called 'seniority'. Or should they make a special 'one-off' just for you....?
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
16th Jun 2012, 02:50
Replies: 45
Views: 20,684
Posted By Tornado Ali

Barney Rock, I am going to assume that was...

Barney Rock,

I am going to assume that was meant as satire. If not...you are one pathetic and sad git.
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
15th Jun 2012, 14:11
Replies: 42
Views: 11,955
Posted By Tornado Ali

Sorvad. you should rename yourself 'sosad'. ...

Sorvad. you should rename yourself 'sosad'. Really buddy, by taking the UPL you are playing into the cynical hands of management. Do it if you want, just don't complain later when the next...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
12th Jun 2012, 01:42
Replies: 42
Views: 11,955
Posted By Tornado Ali

I don't think a single Captain will consider SLS...

I don't think a single Captain will consider SLS until we have all received back the gratuitous theft of our 10% from the last SLS. This company really knows how to motivate people. not. :ugh:
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
20th May 2012, 21:24
Replies: 141
Views: 48,980
Posted By Tornado Ali

....because there's always one sh*t stirrer like...

....because there's always one sh*t stirrer like Westcoastcapt who chooses to wind everyone up, even though he's wrong on every fact he touches on. Moron
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
20th May 2012, 14:51
Replies: 141
Views: 48,980
Posted By Tornado Ali

Iron, if they close a base, the pilots involved...

Iron, if they close a base, the pilots involved can relocate to HK on their seniority level benefits and salary. I really don't understand where you are coming from....

ps. I think...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
29th Apr 2012, 20:15
Replies: 31
Views: 6,074
Posted By Tornado Ali

Dbored was reacting to the comments of...

Dbored was reacting to the comments of Baywatcher, and he was right. Baywatcher was stating without qualifying that bases would be closed, and furthermore that pilots would have to return on a base...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
29th Apr 2012, 12:25
Replies: 31
Views: 6,074
Posted By Tornado Ali

I have a young family here in the US. My wife...

I have a young family here in the US. My wife is near her parents, and she has a good job. If CX wants to play games with peoples family life and stability they will reap what they sow. I can...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
15th Apr 2012, 13:38
Replies: 177
Views: 36,813
Posted By Tornado Ali

...or, someone who takes pride in their...

...or, someone who takes pride in their profession, enjoys the lifestyle, still enjoys the challenge, and likes a reason to get up in the morning (and doesn't give a sh*t what the skaterboarders...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
15th Apr 2012, 02:03
Replies: 177
Views: 36,813
Posted By Tornado Ali

..ahh yes, the old 'im too bored to check' brush...

..ahh yes, the old 'im too bored to check' brush off. The usual resort of those who can't properly support their argument. As I said, those who are working at most North American airlines are now...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
14th Apr 2012, 21:47
Replies: 177
Views: 36,813
Posted By Tornado Ali

Iron, So all those B scalers who have signed...

Iron,

So all those B scalers who have signed COS 08 should just throw their hands up and retire at the original 55 years of age also...? Or just the A scalers...? I suppose the new joiners who...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
14th Apr 2012, 13:35
Replies: 177
Views: 36,813
Posted By Tornado Ali

Age 55 was always to young to 'retire'. Even if...

Age 55 was always to young to 'retire'. Even if you have the money, what exactly do you do at 55. Most of us like our jobs, and enjoy for the most part going to work. If someone wants to keep...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
21st Feb 2012, 02:48
Replies: 7
Views: 1,944
Posted By Tornado Ali

That was meant as a rhetorical question wasn't...

That was meant as a rhetorical question wasn't it....?
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