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Forum: Tech Log
7th Dec 2023, 19:32
Replies: 37
Views: 29,299
Posted By Smithy02

In New Zealand a Selcal check is only required if...

In New Zealand a Selcal check is only required if you are not CPDLC equipped, there is an AIP statement on the subject.
S02
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
6th Feb 2022, 18:09
Replies: 27
Views: 3,292
Posted By Smithy02

I have had very good results with Dell over 15...

I have had very good results with Dell over 15 odd years. Two desktops and two laptops, all high spec. Good reliability, quality and very good customisation options.

S02
Forum: Private Flying
24th Nov 2021, 21:10
Replies: 9
Views: 2,095
Posted By Smithy02

A low level baulked landing in a 172 with flap 40...

A low level baulked landing in a 172 with flap 40 needs to be handled very carefully. My 1980 model was the last year with flap 40 I believe.

S02
Forum: North America
8th Jul 2021, 00:44
Replies: 9
Views: 2,528
Posted By Smithy02

And there is only one SID - fantastic! S02

And there is only one SID - fantastic!

S02
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
28th Aug 2020, 19:02
Replies: 22
Views: 6,054
Posted By Smithy02

Agreed, not required, ATC know you have a...

Agreed, not required, ATC know you have a connection. As seventhreedriver says, the radar label identifies this. In our region only the Middle East airlines tend to "announce" it.

S02
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Mar 2020, 22:30
Replies: 9
Views: 2,236
Posted By Smithy02

Warbirds Over Wanaka 2020

Unfortunately it would seem inevitable the WOW 2020 will be postponed or cancelled?

S02
Forum: Tech Log
26th Oct 2019, 23:11
Replies: 1
Views: 1,349
Posted By Smithy02

No. Oddly there is an uplink RESUME NORMAL SPEED...

No. Oddly there is an uplink RESUME NORMAL SPEED but no support for a downlink request. You can only request a fixed speed, or as you say "free text".

S02
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
10th Aug 2019, 22:23
Replies: 9
Views: 1,811
Posted By Smithy02

It is available world-wide today, but I...

It is available world-wide today, but I understand the service is VERY expensive so probably does not stack up in most continental airspace - oceanic, maybe.

S2
Forum: Tech Log
4th Jul 2019, 00:11
Replies: 21
Views: 18,528
Posted By Smithy02

Our A320 do not have ADFs fitted but that looks...

Our A320 do not have ADFs fitted but that looks like an ADF sense antenna to me.

S02
Forum: Tech Log
11th Mar 2019, 04:02
Replies: 3
Views: 1,903
Posted By Smithy02

You must plan standard RVSM levels on both PACOTS...

You must plan standard RVSM levels on both PACOTS and UPRs but 'non standard' levels or blocks are routinely
assigned on request.

S2
Forum: Tech Log
25th Jan 2019, 01:02
Replies: 49
Views: 27,138
Posted By Smithy02

Look for Bad Elf. Work in 787 and ipad...

Look for Bad Elf. Work in 787 and ipad compatible.

S2
Forum: Tech Log
9th Nov 2018, 17:10
Replies: 7
Views: 2,993
Posted By Smithy02

No you do not need to wait until the ROGER or...

No you do not need to wait until the ROGER or WILCO displays SENT. The clearance or instruction is valid from the time the controller issues it.

S02
Forum: Rumours & News
29th Oct 2018, 17:42
Replies: 2,099
Views: 1,467,355
Posted By Smithy02

Surely the Tech Log would have been on the...

Surely the Tech Log would have been on the aircraft?
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd Jun 2018, 00:47
Replies: 18
Views: 15,943
Posted By Smithy02

Autoland?? It would not be the first case of an...

Autoland?? It would not be the first case of an aircraft departing the runway after landing.
Forum: ATC Issues
30th May 2018, 05:30
Replies: 27
Views: 12,018
Posted By Smithy02

Outside Europe where transition altitudes/levels...

Outside Europe where transition altitudes/levels are as high as FL180 you MUST set STD or QNH at the transition altitude/level and not before
You should not set it when cleared, as in the UK. At our...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
27th Mar 2018, 09:54
Replies: 2
Views: 2,162
Posted By Smithy02

In routine use at KSFO

In routine use at KSFO
Forum: ATC Issues
27th Mar 2018, 09:46
Replies: 5
Views: 1,728
Posted By Smithy02

Yes - quite correct, selected level compared with...

Yes - quite correct, selected level compared with cleared level...
Forum: ATC Issues
26th Mar 2018, 03:59
Replies: 5
Views: 1,728
Posted By Smithy02

New Zealand - Cleared level and IAS.

New Zealand - Cleared level and IAS.
Forum: Questions
17th Oct 2017, 19:03
Replies: 9
Views: 3,905
Posted By Smithy02

Thanks CS, No, not QF and we use EEP but...

Thanks CS,

No, not QF and we use EEP but just don't use the abbreviation. What do you call the EDTO exit point?
Forum: Questions
17th Oct 2017, 09:27
Replies: 9
Views: 3,905
Posted By Smithy02

I have been flying EROPS/ETOPS/EDTO for over 30...

I have been flying EROPS/ETOPS/EDTO for over 30 years, what on earth is EEP?
Forum: ATC Issues
17th Nov 2016, 17:57
Replies: 3
Views: 4,961
Posted By Smithy02

An example from New Zealand: 236 150515 NZAA...

An example from New Zealand:

236 150515 NZAA PDC 013
ANZ999 CLRD TO NZCH OFF 23L
VIA POLIS1Q
SQUAWK 5022 NEXT FREQ 121.9
ATIS R
TRANSITION: LIMES ROUTE AACH1
FL:360
Forum: Tech Log
16th Nov 2016, 22:02
Replies: 12
Views: 5,513
Posted By Smithy02

Pre-flight checks

Pre-flight HF checks are a complete waste of time, particularly for data link flights. Even worse are en-route SELCAL checks required in some airspace, they just clog up the frequency. A successful...
Forum: Tech Log
15th Nov 2016, 16:20
Replies: 20
Views: 7,759
Posted By Smithy02

I say again, FANS uses the ACARS network! Some...

I say again, FANS uses the ACARS network! Some aircraft use VDL0 and some VDL2 which is higher speed but VDL2 is NOT required for FANS CPDLC. VDL2 IS required for the European ATN system, which is...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Nov 2016, 00:52
Replies: 20
Views: 7,759
Posted By Smithy02

ACARS

To answer the original question, yes ACARS is the communication conduit for FANS CPDLC. ACARS uses VHF, SATCOM and (if enabled) HF, usually in that order of preference as specified by the operator.
Forum: ATC Issues
1st Aug 2016, 05:57
Replies: 9
Views: 17,746
Posted By Smithy02

My view, is that a SELCAL check (like many other...

My view, is that a SELCAL check (like many other checks) gives absolutely no assurance it will work any time in future. With HF there are a myriad of reasons why a test at (say) 60W will not...
Forum: ATC Issues
22nd Jul 2016, 20:12
Replies: 9
Views: 17,746
Posted By Smithy02

The reason the Gander operator was 'annoyed' in...

The reason the Gander operator was 'annoyed' in post 1 is that CPDLC is no longer required. Refer NavCanada AIC 30/15 replicated by UK and Iceland. The GOLD will be revised to include these changes....
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