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Search: Posts Made By: Colonel Klink
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Forum: Middle East
27th Mar 2016, 12:23
Replies: 4
Views: 3,138
Posted By Colonel Klink

JJ9, Thanks for this note. I was about to...

JJ9,
Thanks for this note. I was about to transfer to a QROPS scheme using a non-FCA advisor, but having checked your link I am now going elsewhere. Great advice, thanks!!!!
Forum: Middle East
13th Dec 2014, 02:56
Replies: 7
Views: 4,881
Posted By Colonel Klink

Just been announced, December 22nd!

Just been announced, December 22nd!
Forum: Middle East
1st Sep 2014, 16:46
Replies: 391
Views: 472,599
Posted By Colonel Klink

Thumbs down Bearing in mind no pay rise has been received for...

Bearing in mind no pay rise has been received for about 4 years, this is truly a slap in the face for all pilots who have worked so hard for them and showed so much loyalty. It shows that they have...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
20th Sep 2013, 14:18
Replies: 4,104
Views: 2,541,965
Posted By Colonel Klink

Ryanair to end "Abrupt Culture"

According to the BBC and others, the message has finally got through.
BBC News - Ryanair's O'Leary to end 'abrupt culture' (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-24177834)

Ryanair have announced...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
8th Nov 2012, 10:49
Replies: 106
Views: 21,409
Posted By Colonel Klink

Standing room only on a 737-800??? It's about...

Standing room only on a 737-800??? It's about time this :mad: be put to rest!! He knows it can't be done, for the unititiated:
1. The floor would have to be stronger to accommodate the extra weight;...
Forum: Middle East
2nd Oct 2012, 15:30
Replies: 8
Views: 4,696
Posted By Colonel Klink

I believe it is due to the engines, which have...

I believe it is due to the engines, which have two cases now of cracks. Not due to Boeing. The first aircraft flew at Farnborough months ago.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
18th Feb 2012, 12:50
Replies: 23
Views: 7,395
Posted By Colonel Klink

The 767 I used to fly required the gear to be...

The 767 I used to fly required the gear to be left down after takeoff if there was a capped brake, as there was nothing to stop it spinning while being retracted. This is quite normal although may...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
25th Jan 2012, 09:23
Replies: 27
Views: 6,049
Posted By Colonel Klink

Gerago, If this was a comment made to be...

Gerago,

If this was a comment made to be taken seriously, then it was poor and shows your lack of knowledge. A Stabilised Approach has several criteria, none of whom are necessarily infringed just...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
26th Sep 2011, 15:46
Replies: 121
Views: 62,922
Posted By Colonel Klink

This could turn out to be the best thing ever for...

This could turn out to be the best thing ever for easyJet. To avoid a conflict of interest he has to sell his shares, we get taken over by a Private Equity firm or large inverstor and we will be free...
Forum: ATC Issues
4th Dec 2010, 12:17
Replies: 1,204
Views: 285,486
Posted By Colonel Klink

Maybe while we are getting the Army to force them...

Maybe while we are getting the Army to force them back to work, we could politely ask them to stop the rife favoritism that puts the needs of Iberia and Spanair before any other European or foreign...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jan 2008, 20:01
Replies: 11
Views: 3,383
Posted By Colonel Klink

I read somewhere the freight penalty was 7 tonnes...

I read somewhere the freight penalty was 7 tonnes per flight, is that true?
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
9th Jan 2008, 06:36
Replies: 20
Views: 3,581
Posted By Colonel Klink

If you think it cannot happen, remember Fokker's...

If you think it cannot happen, remember Fokker's demise was due to exactly the same thing.
Forum: Rumours & News
13th Dec 2007, 06:55
Replies: 20
Views: 9,365
Posted By Colonel Klink

You are right about that. It was mentioned here...

You are right about that. It was mentioned here years ago that Korean FO's had to buy the Captains presents as part of their culture. (I quite liked that idea myself!!) I don't know if that still...
Forum: Rumours & News
11th Dec 2007, 19:39
Replies: 20
Views: 9,365
Posted By Colonel Klink

On reviewing the Aviation Safety Data base, it...

On reviewing the Aviation Safety Data base, it would appear that the least of the problems anyone has in Thailand are CRM issues with Expat pilots.
Forum: Rumours & News
11th Dec 2007, 15:26
Replies: 20
Views: 9,365
Posted By Colonel Klink

A Very Civil Pilot - good post, it seems that...

A Very Civil Pilot - good post, it seems that Westerners were so bad at CRM they caused None of the nine fatal accidents that Korean had over a 10 year period killing hundreds of passengers, and the...
Forum: Rumours & News
11th Dec 2007, 12:40
Replies: 20
Views: 9,365
Posted By Colonel Klink

And I did a year in Thailand as well, in 1992...

And I did a year in Thailand as well, in 1992 although flying with Expat pilots. That was soon after the Dash 8 accident on Koh Samui, but before the Thai accident into Kathmandu, the Thai A310...
Forum: Tech Log
7th Dec 2007, 06:46
Replies: 22
Views: 5,417
Posted By Colonel Klink

In part, I would disagree with that. The Ng wing...

In part, I would disagree with that. The Ng wing weighs 5 tons more, but the aircraft cruises 20-30 knots faster, flies considerably higher, lifts more weight and uses less fuel. As far as the icing...
Forum: Rumours & News
6th Dec 2007, 05:19
Replies: 202
Views: 63,221
Posted By Colonel Klink

I just love all this talk about how Pablo is...

I just love all this talk about how Pablo is supposedly much better off than having to work for MYT and how he is about to find a better job with a "quality operator" who appreciates his many...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
19th Oct 2007, 14:01
Replies: 18
Views: 12,950
Posted By Colonel Klink

I know of several guys who have worked for...

I know of several guys who have worked for Airbus, or who had the chance to and they have all had a lot of time on various Airbus models and had many years checking and training so they could...
Forum: Medical & Health
6th Sep 2007, 19:42
Replies: 3
Views: 1,259
Posted By Colonel Klink

There are 4 in KL, loads in Hong Kong. Here is...

There are 4 in KL, loads in Hong Kong. Here is one in Singapore:
10157
Dr F Medora
Medora Clinic and Surgery
115 Upper Paya Lebar Road
Singapore
534833
Tel: 00 65 6288 0035
Fax:...
Forum: Medical & Health
6th Sep 2007, 19:36
Replies: 3
Views: 1,259
Posted By Colonel Klink

Ring the CAA medical section; they have a list. I...

Ring the CAA medical section; they have a list. I worked in Bangkok for a year in 1992 on a contract and there was an examiner there then that could do them. Otherwise, a quick trip to Singapore or...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
27th Aug 2007, 13:30
Replies: 41
Views: 15,397
Posted By Colonel Klink

Just remember that because not all pilots are...

Just remember that because not all pilots are based in the UK, does not mean they cannot be members of Balpa and therefore vote along with all the UK pilots. This is the situation in easyJet, which...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
6th May 2007, 18:44
Replies: 93
Views: 19,569
Posted By Colonel Klink

It may be slightly less than 450 pilots next...

It may be slightly less than 450 pilots next year, but 1500 pilots are needed over the next three years. Attrition is slightly less than planned so we are overcrewed by a touch, so they...
Forum: Rumours & News
6th May 2007, 18:37
Replies: 20
Views: 12,453
Posted By Colonel Klink

Thanks, Jordan but even the simplest, most junior...

Thanks, Jordan but even the simplest, most junior pilot amongst us would realise that it was the BA incident I was referring to and that I believe the Qantas crew excercised judgement and airmanship...
Forum: Rumours & News
5th May 2007, 08:33
Replies: 430
Views: 205,396
Posted By Colonel Klink

Very sad about the 737 if in fact the latest news...

Very sad about the 737 if in fact the latest news is correct. As an airline, they seems to project a professional image with new aircraft and well trained crews. A sad day indeed.
Forum: Rumours & News
4th May 2007, 07:12
Replies: 20
Views: 12,453
Posted By Colonel Klink

So why didn't he continue on to Auckland with...

So why didn't he continue on to Auckland with only three engines, then? I guess he must have used common sense!
Forum: Tech Log
24th Apr 2007, 22:11
Replies: 38
Views: 11,969
Posted By Colonel Klink

I think they have to do an engine run before...

I think they have to do an engine run before releasing brakes.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
20th Apr 2007, 20:24
Replies: 29
Views: 10,105
Posted By Colonel Klink

Panda, actually neither. I was trying to make a...

Panda, actually neither. I was trying to make a point. I am well aware Qantas bought a few more as did Singapore. Hardly startling sales performance that in the last year, the numbers sold have...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
18th Apr 2007, 20:22
Replies: 29
Views: 10,105
Posted By Colonel Klink

Well, ultimately Boeing have sold about 1200...

Well, ultimately Boeing have sold about 1200 747's and continue to do so over a 40 reign as the worlds biggest airliner. Airbus may have taken that honour, but I doubt anyone can remember the last...
Forum: Tech Log
12th Apr 2007, 12:39
Replies: 4
Views: 8,220
Posted By Colonel Klink

Jeppesen 10-7 pages are reserved for those which...

Jeppesen 10-7 pages are reserved for those which have Special Engine Out Procedures, or Emergency Turns. Not all airports have or need them, so Manchester which has no high terrain like most others...
Forum: Tech Log
15th Mar 2007, 13:41
Replies: 6
Views: 1,408
Posted By Colonel Klink

http://www.afeonline.com/shop/product_info.php?pro...

http://www.afeonline.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=948

Only £62.00!!! It is an ICAO document, after all!!
Forum: Tech Log
13th Mar 2007, 08:15
Replies: 6
Views: 1,408
Posted By Colonel Klink

You can never know Entry and Holding procedures...

You can never know Entry and Holding procedures well enough.The bible for this is indeed Doc 8168. Know your aircraft type technically and procedurally, know the JAR OPS pertaining to your operation,...
Forum: Tech Log
12th Mar 2007, 18:15
Replies: 4
Views: 1,428
Posted By Colonel Klink

The 737-700's all have the 7B20 rated at 20.6K....

The 737-700's all have the 7B20 rated at 20.6K. Hope this helps.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Mar 2007, 22:17
Replies: 575
Views: 157,212
Posted By Colonel Klink

I suppose it would not be unreasonable to expect...

I suppose it would not be unreasonable to expect a big order from Boeing on the heels of this cancellation. Maybe 747-800's? The A380 programme will be lucky to survive this, even despite the sales...
Forum: Tech Log
2nd Mar 2007, 16:08
Replies: 2
Views: 1,424
Posted By Colonel Klink

Try Cpat, they do all sorts of study material for...

Try Cpat, they do all sorts of study material for most Boeings and Airbus types.
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