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Forum: Medical & Health
7th Apr 2024, 04:47
Replies: 8
Views: 1,915
Posted By mkqq

I don't ever intend to lie to the DAME but let's...

I don't ever intend to lie to the DAME but let's for argument's sake that I tell them nothing, wouldn't they be able to pick up traces of the drug in my blood/urine anyway?
Forum: Medical & Health
7th Apr 2024, 04:46
Replies: 8
Views: 1,915
Posted By mkqq

Unfortunately sleeping problems due to Post-Covid...

Unfortunately sleeping problems due to Post-Covid syndrome is not like your average sleeping problem where "good sleep hygiene" can help. It's hard to explain unless you are suffering from it...
Forum: Medical & Health
7th Apr 2024, 00:24
Replies: 8
Views: 1,915
Posted By mkqq

Can I get Class 2 Medical if I use Mirtazapine (tetracyclic anti-depressant)

Hello,

Several years ago I got my PPL and accumulated approximately 130 hours. In 2020 I unfortunately got sick with Covid and subsequently developed Long Covid (or Post-Covid Syndrome), so I have...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
15th Jan 2020, 18:48
Replies: 0
Views: 289
Posted By mkqq

EASA PPL Conversion Exams in Brussels

Hi all,

In 2 weeks time I'll be sitting the EASA PPL conversion exams in Brussels. These are the Air Law and Human Factor exams. I currently have an Australian PPL.

Can someone share any...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
4th Dec 2019, 13:51
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By mkqq

I currently have a 5 year residence permit for...

I currently have a 5 year residence permit for the Netherlands but it is in a completely unrelated field. The residence permit was organized by the current company.

Any new company that I work for...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
3rd Dec 2019, 19:41
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By mkqq

Where can a NZ Citizen work'

Hi all,

I'm a NZ Citizen who is currently working in the Netherlands. In the last 10 years I lived in Australia and got a PPL with 120 hours.

I'm not sure if I should put in the...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
6th Aug 2018, 11:10
Replies: 0
Views: 548
Posted By mkqq

No European Forums?

Hi all,

I can't seem to find a forum for Europe. Anyway I am moving to Netherlands for work and would like to continue my pilot training there. Currently I have an Australian CASA PPL with 90...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Dec 2017, 11:02
Replies: 8
Views: 2,560
Posted By mkqq

Huh how is this possible considering all the...

Huh how is this possible considering all the things you've still got to do after the solo circuits? Cross country, steep turns, etc....?
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Dec 2017, 10:59
Replies: 8
Views: 2,560
Posted By mkqq

There are many factors at play when it comes to...

There are many factors at play when it comes to your first solo.

1 - Same instructor throughout?
2 - Weather?
3 - Your performance on each lesson? Everyone has good days and bad days, so did I....
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2017, 10:14
Replies: 45
Views: 34,944
Posted By mkqq

I think the area of the wing makes a difference...

I think the area of the wing makes a difference too. The 737 obviously has much bigger wings which get exposed to more air movements, where as the smaller 2-seater has very small wings and will not...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2017, 10:03
Replies: 45
Views: 34,944
Posted By mkqq

Big plane vs small plane in turbulence

Hello all,

I am unable to find a definitive answer to this question anywhere online, and even pilots themselves seem like they don't know the answer.

The question is if a small plane and a very...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
8th Aug 2017, 13:37
Replies: 4
Views: 2,274
Posted By mkqq

Emirates Pilot Rostering DXB - SYD/MEL/BNE - AKL

Hi all,

I'm always interested in how Emirates rosters their pilots on this route. It takes approximately 13 hours to fly from DXB to any of the major cities on the Australian East Coast, then...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Aug 2017, 02:03
Replies: 39
Views: 17,812
Posted By mkqq

How much did your PPL cost you?

Hi there,

I was wondering if I can get some feedback on how much in total did you PPL cost? Done a bit of research online and it's quite varied.

Mainly interested in PPL's done in Australia....
Forum: Private Flying
25th Jul 2017, 04:30
Replies: 15
Views: 5,609
Posted By mkqq

Who pays for damage to aircraft during training?

Hi,

I'm currently doing my PPL and I'm just wondering if I make a mistake during my training and cause damage to the aircraft as a result, who pays for the damage?

Let's say a tail-strike, or...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Jul 2017, 11:06
Replies: 12
Views: 7,169
Posted By mkqq

CASA Class 1 Medical "Restrictions"

Hi all,

Just got 1 Class 1 medical. It lists a couple of "restrictions":

1 - Distance vision must be worn
2- Reading correction to be available

First I am puzzled about the second line. My...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
15th Jun 2017, 11:58
Replies: 3
Views: 1,693
Posted By mkqq

According to the spreadsheet -6.0 is over the...

According to the spreadsheet -6.0 is over the limit for an initial Class 1 Medical.

I did some research on this and different countries have different regulations. For UK -6.0 is borderline...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
15th Jun 2017, 11:30
Replies: 3
Views: 1,693
Posted By mkqq

Ok so if you wear glasses....

Hello all,

I know this has probably been discussed millions of times, but I really want to see if anyone has any real life experience or any insider info.

Most if not all the airlines only...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
15th Jun 2017, 11:16
Replies: 12
Views: 2,284
Posted By mkqq

I like to think of it either one of two simple...

I like to think of it either one of two simple ways.

1 - Next time you are driving on the highway at 100km/hr or so, stick your hand out the window and orientate your palm facing down or at a very...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
6th May 2017, 09:26
Replies: 0
Views: 1,219
Posted By mkqq

WA Aviation College

Hello,

I'm thinking of starting my flight training with WA Aviation College. It's a 9 month course that gives you a Certificate IV in Aviation, and includes RPL, PPL, and CPL.

It's the only...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
3rd May 2017, 14:13
Replies: 1,039
Views: 815,859
Posted By mkqq

I'm curious to know why the US Regionals would...

I'm curious to know why the US Regionals would hire Australian pilots? Surely there must be so many pilots in the US desperate for jobs?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Apr 2017, 11:20
Replies: 1,039
Views: 815,859
Posted By mkqq

Yes I do realise that my chances are better with...

Yes I do realise that my chances are better with overseas airlines, Asia, Pacific Island, or even Africa etc....

A traditional legacy airline at Qantas would be very difficult or next to...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Apr 2017, 11:04
Replies: 1,039
Views: 815,859
Posted By mkqq

Experiences of people who started pilot training at a late age

Hello all,

I am 29 years old and contemplating starting pilot training. I've always been interested in aviation but simply did not have the finances after high school, and hence went to University...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
24th Apr 2017, 06:05
Replies: 74
Views: 47,700
Posted By mkqq

Anyone heard anything back from the SAT? I...

Anyone heard anything back from the SAT? I suppose if you were successful in the SAT you'll get the invite this week as the next phase starts on the 1st May which is next week.

The last SAT...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th Apr 2017, 13:30
Replies: 74
Views: 47,700
Posted By mkqq

I also got an invite to attend the SAT. ...

I also got an invite to attend the SAT.

I'm in a state of panic now as the latest date on the list is 18th April, but it is sold out. Unfortunately as I don't live in Melbourne the 18th is the...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Apr 2017, 08:04
Replies: 31
Views: 10,541
Posted By mkqq

Ok I've just done my trial flight. It was really...

Ok I've just done my trial flight. It was really awesome. I was quite nervous in the beginning especially with moderately bumpy conditions due to heat effects and wind, but felt quite comfortable...
Forum: Private Flying
31st Mar 2017, 11:50
Replies: 31
Views: 10,541
Posted By mkqq

Cessna 152 Take off Procedure

Hi all,

I'm suddenly confused by something that I thought I knew all these years. I'm asking now as tomorrow I will be doing my first introductory flight in a Cessna 152.

When rotating to take...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Mar 2017, 13:54
Replies: 74
Views: 47,700
Posted By mkqq

Sorry I didn't realise my threaded ended in up...

Sorry I didn't realise my threaded ended in up this section of the forum.

Thanks for the positive responses. I'm actually doing an introductory flight this coming Saturday. Planning to submit the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
25th Mar 2017, 10:05
Replies: 74
Views: 47,700
Posted By mkqq

Jetstar Cadet mid 2017 Intake

Hello all,

I am currently applying for the Jetstar Cadet 2017 Intake. Reading a lot on these forums I am seeing a lot potentially scary pitfalls but I've decided to apply anyway, see how far I go,...
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