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Search: Posts Made By: WhiskeyNovember
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Forum: Tech Log
2nd Dec 2016, 22:05
Replies: 13
Views: 8,397
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Sweet mother of god....you just blew my mind. ...

Sweet mother of god....you just blew my mind.

I swear I must have stared at dozens of MD-90 control checks over the years trying to see those damn things move. Thanks so much for finding the...
Forum: Tech Log
2nd Dec 2016, 14:29
Replies: 13
Views: 8,397
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Thanks so much for finding this. It doesn't seem...

Thanks so much for finding this. It doesn't seem to specify whether the pylon flaps actually deploy during a control check on the ground. It's possible they only ever deploy while in flight.

In...
Forum: Tech Log
1st Dec 2016, 22:53
Replies: 13
Views: 8,397
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

I thought so too. But in speaking with multiple...

I thought so too. But in speaking with multiple maintenance technicians, none of them have ever seen the pylon flaps cycled even during heavy checks.
Forum: Tech Log
1st Dec 2016, 17:00
Replies: 13
Views: 8,397
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Are the MD-90's pylon flaps EVER cycled?

So, as you may know, the MD-90 has movable control surfaces on the engine pylons called pylon flaps:

http://i.imgur.com/mBxe13M.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/l5vS5MI.jpg

When the MD-90 was...
Forum: Questions
25th Feb 2004, 12:11
Replies: 15
Views: 1,935
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Detroit can be long as well. Landing on 21L...

Detroit can be long as well. Landing on 21L sometimes required taxiing via Whiskey-Tango-Kilo-Victor to what used to be the old South Terminal. About 4 miles or so.



-WN
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
3rd Feb 2004, 10:59
Replies: 1
Views: 2,323
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

FAA Commercial Checkride Audio CDs

Does anyone produce audio cds that discuss/teach material covered in the FAA Commercial oral exam and checkride? I know there are cd-roms for studying for the knowledge test, but I'd love to find...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Feb 2004, 10:54
Replies: 488
Views: 181,001
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Hovering Differences in Chinooks

Hello,

I'm a fixed-wing pilot who knows almost nothing about rotary-wing ops, but I've always wondered if twin-tandem (I think that's the correct term) helis such as the Chinook are any easier to...
Forum: Questions
28th Jan 2004, 12:22
Replies: 1
Views: 836
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Crosswind Limitations Relating to Contaminated Runway Surfaces

While chatting with a relative of mine who flies for Comair here in the US, I was surprised to learn that their crosswind limitations are not adjusted for less than ideal braking surfaces.

For...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
20th Jan 2004, 02:48
Replies: 357
Views: 61,627
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

I currently attend WMU and haven't flown in over...

I currently attend WMU and haven't flown in over a month thanks to the wonderful lake-effect snow showers.



-WN
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
19th Jan 2004, 06:59
Replies: 3
Views: 1,009
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Hello, I'm not sure what kinds of grants...

Hello,

I'm not sure what kinds of grants and/or scholarships exist for aviation students in Australia, but here in the US you'd be eligible for all kinds. A few years ago I paid about $15 for a...
Forum: Questions
19th Jan 2004, 06:15
Replies: 2
Views: 582
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Cheaper Auto Insurance for Pilots

Seeing as we are all highly-trained and highly-diciplined professionals (although the Jet Blast forum presents one hell of an argument :rolleyes: ), it seems that pilots ought to qualify for lower...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
19th Jan 2004, 04:32
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Here are some MTOWs: Avocet Projet: 7160...

Here are some MTOWs:


Avocet Projet: 7160 lbs
http://www.avocetprojet.com/images/ext1.jpg
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
18th Jan 2004, 11:32
Replies: 17
Views: 5,805
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Also remember that your CV should, to a certain...

Also remember that your CV should, to a certain degree, be tailored to the company you're applying for. There isn't necessarily one correct format.

Southwest, for example, is drawn to those who...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
18th Jan 2004, 11:21
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Ha! No, I'm honestly not fishing for a...

Ha! No, I'm honestly not fishing for a story...just interested in the marketing aspect of these new jets. I'm really hoping the powers that be don't doom the concept by introducing ridiculous...
Forum: Tech Log
18th Jan 2004, 06:24
Replies: 0
Views: 1,339
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

EMB-120 POH Question

Can someone with an EMB-120 POH confirm something for me? I once read a quote that was supposedly taken from it that read:

"With all engines inoperative, the flight characteristics of the...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
18th Jan 2004, 06:20
Replies: 0
Views: 533
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Technical Marketing Jobs with Netjets, etc

Just wondering if anyone can provide some details on job responsibilities, daily tasks, average pay, etc for a job in Technical Marketing with a fractional or broker...I understand it's a matter of...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
18th Jan 2004, 06:08
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

604guy...Flambebobo hit the nail on the head. ...

604guy...Flambebobo hit the nail on the head.

The main factor, security-wise, that will potentially differentiate these new very light jets from King-Airs, Cheyannes, etc. is the customer base. ...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
17th Jan 2004, 07:57
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

I think I must have not been clear enough when I...

I think I must have not been clear enough when I posted the question, because everyone seems to be missing the point so far...

The issue here isn't whether or not this new category of jets is...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
16th Jan 2004, 06:49
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Question Upcoming Very Light Jets and Inflight Security

As most of you are probably aware, quite a few very light ~6 pax jets are currently under various stages of development...Eclipse, Safire, and the Avocet models come to mind. So far, several hundred...
Forum: Questions
14th Jan 2004, 11:28
Replies: 1
Views: 1,053
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Inflight Smoke/Fire and NTSB 830

I could use some help settling an argument between a friend and I....

Ok, so NTSB 830 states that an inflight fire requires immediate notification to the NTSB.

What if you're flying along and...
Forum: Questions
8th Dec 2003, 05:19
Replies: 8
Views: 5,529
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Why do Vx and Vy Converge with Altitude?

Well, the subject pretty much says it all....why do Vx and Vy converge with altitude?



-WN
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
8th Dec 2003, 02:40
Replies: 3
Views: 3,428
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Most Interesting/Tricky Checkride Question(s)

So what are some of the most interesting and/or obscure checkride questions you all have run across? I'm specifically interested in those that would relate to the FAA commercial checkride...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
30th Nov 2003, 02:19
Replies: 7
Views: 1,266
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

For shame, Skibeagle....maybe next time you will...

For shame, Skibeagle....maybe next time you will think twice before commiting such blasphemy. With any luck, his Highness will forgive you...


: )



-WN
Forum: Questions
25th Nov 2003, 07:20
Replies: 0
Views: 523
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Looking for Detailed EMB-110 Info

Hello all...

A buddy of mine got into a ground school for an EMB-110 operator. Apparently, they're going to hire the top three (out of ~15) in the class. I'm just wondering if anyone could...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd Mar 2003, 00:25
Replies: 3
Views: 567
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Books on U.S. Naval aviation

Hello all,

Lately I've been intrigued by US Naval aviation. I've read several fiction and non-fiction books involving F/A-18 and F-14 operations, and have enjoyed them, but have been unable to...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
21st Feb 2003, 01:29
Replies: 10
Views: 2,840
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

I believe Oakley, the manufacturer of sunglasses...

I believe Oakley, the manufacturer of sunglasses operates at least one out of southern California. You can probably get some phone numbers at www.oakley.com.

Best of luck!


...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
20th Feb 2003, 02:37
Replies: 8
Views: 972
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

I plan to work in a bicycle shop to help make...

I plan to work in a bicycle shop to help make some money while instructing. Not a crappy job, though. Worked for Orville and Wilbur, anyway. : )



-WN
Forum: Questions
20th Feb 2003, 02:26
Replies: 11
Views: 1,784
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

A friend of mine who flys 737s described this to...

A friend of mine who flys 737s described this to me once. He said that the first-generation 737s (-100, -200, -300, -400, -500) have main gear that can swivel a few degrees. This allows pilots to...
Forum: Questions
18th Feb 2003, 15:54
Replies: 6
Views: 2,337
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

6 pax? That's amazing, Smokie... I heard...

6 pax? That's amazing, Smokie... I heard somewhere that the fuselage produces ~60% of the lift in flight one or more of the Shorts (SC.7, 330, 360). Not sure how accurate that was. Cool planes,...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Feb 2003, 04:54
Replies: 58
Views: 4,429
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

I also agree that spin training should be taught....

I also agree that spin training should be taught. Having practiced spins in an Extra 300 and a C-152, I would encourage spin training in a fully aerobatic aircraft as well as a more conventional...
Forum: Tech Log
18th Feb 2003, 04:30
Replies: 27
Views: 5,108
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Capt CB's idea of a tail-ground proximity warning...

Capt CB's idea of a tail-ground proximity warning to warn for overrotation on T/O or landing is intriguing. I'd imagine such devices would be relatively inexpensive and simple to install...after...
Forum: Questions
18th Feb 2003, 03:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,142
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Some old friends of mine are doing some work...

Some old friends of mine are doing some work along those lines in Guatemala...here's a URL to their site:

http://www.GreatCommissionAir.org/archive.php



Keep up posted!
Forum: Questions
18th Feb 2003, 02:00
Replies: 6
Views: 2,337
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Break-Even Load Factors

Hello,

What are some typical load factors required for an average airline to break even (ie: not make or lose any money) on the flight?

I'm sure there are hundreds of variables involved, not...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Feb 2003, 05:56
Replies: 11
Views: 1,337
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

In the States

Cool. What is the other company that you know of in the states?



-WN
Forum: Questions
14th Feb 2003, 15:59
Replies: 10
Views: 3,078
Posted By WhiskeyNovember

Hey, thanks for the insight, everyone. I agree...

Hey, thanks for the insight, everyone. I agree that my aviation career should take priority, both before and after reaching the airlines. I do, however, look forward to the day that I become...
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