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Forum: Private Flying
10th Jul 2009, 22:02
Replies: 25
Views: 3,030
Posted By MLS-12D

Here you go....

Here you go. (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=FlightGear+Flight+Simulator) :hmm:
Forum: Private Flying
10th Jul 2009, 21:31
Replies: 253
Views: 68,457
Posted By MLS-12D

jammydonut jammydonut If you have any...

jammydonut

jammydonut
If you have any actual evidence that his piloting skills were weak, please share it with us.
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jul 2009, 22:46
Replies: 37
Views: 7,451
Posted By MLS-12D

See "Ali G Learns About Vietnam Vets"...

See "Ali G Learns About Vietnam Vets" ("http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkdQN8Pp7_w). :E
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jul 2009, 22:30
Replies: 25
Views: 3,030
Posted By MLS-12D

Smile A few things to keep in mind: the Cessna...

A few things to keep in mind:


the Cessna 152 (and its big brother the 172) is a docile, foregiving aircraft with an outstanding safety record. While it is possible to kill yourself in one, you...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jul 2009, 18:09
Replies: 51
Views: 6,249
Posted By MLS-12D

Jawohl, mein Fuhrer!

Jawohl, mein Fuhrer!
Forum: Private Flying
8th Jul 2009, 13:30
Replies: 25
Views: 3,030
Posted By MLS-12D

A certain degree of nervousness in the early...

A certain degree of nervousness in the early stages is normal; but the lack of confidence that you describe is quite unusual. I wonder what on earth happened at Bournemouth? :confused:

I am no...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Jul 2009, 02:47
Replies: 175
Views: 45,760
Posted By MLS-12D

Here is the reference: Colin Goodwin, “What’s...

Here is the reference: Colin Goodwin, “What’s Involved in Glider Tugging”, June 2009 Pilot, pages 36-41.

Speaking of soaring: I was sorry to learn that Jean-Pierre Aguilar and Michel Fache were...
Forum: Private Flying
7th Jul 2009, 23:27
Replies: 175
Views: 45,760
Posted By MLS-12D

I originally learned to fly in gliders and have...

I originally learned to fly in gliders and have about 130 hours logged. I completed two legs of the Silver C prior to obtaining my license but then made the fatal decision to learn powered flight so...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Jun 2009, 03:58
Replies: 18
Views: 1,785
Posted By MLS-12D

FWIW: most BCATP instructors were themselves...

FWIW: most BCATP instructors were themselves newly-winged wonders who then completed a short instructor's course.
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Jun 2009, 16:53
Replies: 11
Views: 4,316
Posted By MLS-12D

Places to Fly in Eastern Canada

There are lots of places that offer rides in vintage aircraft. Generally speaking, the more complex / rare the aircraft, the more expensive the ride.

Here are a few - relatively - local places...
Forum: Canada
23rd Jun 2009, 16:05
Replies: 41
Views: 11,589
Posted By MLS-12D

Read the first part of his sentence (strangely...

Read the first part of his sentence (strangely omitted in your post): "Canada is teeming with Canadian born and trained pilots. Some of our ladies and gentlemen are highly experience(d)".

His...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Aug 2006, 02:36
Replies: 140
Views: 30,527
Posted By MLS-12D

Canadian Armed Forces. I spent 15 years in the...

Canadian Armed Forces. I spent 15 years in the naval reserve, as a maritime surface officer (R71B). So what?

Congratulations. :rolleyes:

Agreed. And I feel exactly the same way about someone...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Aug 2006, 20:38
Replies: 140
Views: 30,527
Posted By MLS-12D

Sigh ... I'll try again. I do not believe that...

Sigh ... I'll try again.
I do not believe that RAFVR(T) members are bad people, or that they have anything to be ashamed of. They help children learn about flying and the military, and I'm all for...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Aug 2006, 21:38
Replies: 140
Views: 30,527
Posted By MLS-12D

Nope. I'm not interested in humiliating anyone. ...

Nope. I'm not interested in humiliating anyone.

As I said in my previous posts, if someone wishes to wear military trappings (mess kit, epaulettes, ceremonial daggers, whatever), it's entirely...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Aug 2006, 20:57
Replies: 140
Views: 30,527
Posted By MLS-12D

RAFVR(T) members attending mess dinners are...

RAFVR(T) members attending mess dinners are permitted to wear No.1 service dress with white shirt and bow ties / neck tabs. There is no requirement to purchase or own No.5 mess dress.
Forum: Private Flying
21st Aug 2006, 20:04
Replies: 140
Views: 30,527
Posted By MLS-12D

Posers

Good analogy. Mess dress on a cadet leader is very similar to epaulettes on a PPL: pretentious, but perfectly 'legal'. And both affectations are quite harmless.
Forum: Private Flying
17th Aug 2006, 21:06
Replies: 62
Views: 13,030
Posted By MLS-12D

What were they thinking?!

I'm not sure that that is the absolute worst paint scheme that I've ever seen ... but certainly it is a contender! :yuk:
Forum: Private Flying
14th Aug 2006, 12:35
Replies: 140
Views: 30,527
Posted By MLS-12D

Smile Loewy, If you want to wear epaulettes, then...

Loewy,

If you want to wear epaulettes, then go for it. They are meaningless props, and you are no more and no less entitled than the 747 drivers are. At the end of the day, the airlines the pros...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Aug 2005, 16:16
Replies: 60
Views: 11,267
Posted By MLS-12D

Ah; now I see. Your opinion is definitive....

Ah; now I see. Your opinion is definitive. :rolleyes:

One of my grandfathers (English-born) served in the RCAF. He would not agree.

"Colonies", indeed. Some :mad: sense of humour.
...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Aug 2005, 22:21
Replies: 60
Views: 11,267
Posted By MLS-12D

Thumbs down The only good reason that I know of is that they...

The only good reason that I know of is that they are hot in the summer. Personally, that is an inconvenience that I am prepared to put up with.

This is not the first time that Genghis has made...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Aug 2005, 13:07
Replies: 18
Views: 1,563
Posted By MLS-12D

Smile Well I do, anyway. See "Bailout"...

Well I do, anyway.

See "Bailout" (http://www.soaridaho.com/Schreder/Stories/Bailout.htm) for a firsthand account, following a control failure. "Leaps of Faith"...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Aug 2005, 19:55
Replies: 60
Views: 11,267
Posted By MLS-12D

Thumbs down Smoke hoods would probably be a good idea in some...

Smoke hoods would probably be a good idea in some aircraft (i.e., 'spam cans'). Personally, I usually fly aircraft with canopies that can be opened or jettisoned.

Incorrect. See generally "The...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Aug 2005, 15:39
Replies: 14
Views: 1,270
Posted By MLS-12D

I agree with Flyin'Dutch's comments. ...

I agree with Flyin'Dutch's comments.

TBO-busting is not a sin (see generally here (http://www.avweb.com/news/columns/187037-1.html)), and there is a lot to be said for the saying "if it ain't...
Forum: Private Flying
7th Aug 2005, 00:02
Replies: 60
Views: 11,267
Posted By MLS-12D

Smile youngskywalker, don't sweat it ... It's...

youngskywalker, don't sweat it ...

It's easy to put your foot in your mouth when contributing to these forums; we've all done it.
Forum: Private Flying
6th Aug 2005, 23:57
Replies: 7
Views: 1,105
Posted By MLS-12D

You may well be correct. The Globe & Mail is...

You may well be correct. The Globe & Mail is based in Toronto, which as you might have heard was the scene of an Airbus accident this past week ... so it all fits.

cessna l plate, keep your chin...
Forum: Canada
6th Aug 2005, 12:12
Replies: 23
Views: 6,582
Posted By MLS-12D

Thumbs down As yes; the irresitable force of credentialism...

As yes; the irresitable force of credentialism (http://www.sourcewatch.org/index.php?title=Credentialism). How very silly (http://www.amadorbooks.com/rants/rant0104.htm).

Personally, I have three...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Aug 2005, 11:33
Replies: 7
Views: 1,105
Posted By MLS-12D

Pprune gets some press

The following appeared in the article “Aviation fixation”, The Globe & Mail (http://www.theglobeandmail.com/), Friday August 5, 2005, p.R31:"Fear and loathing"??? That's a bit harsh ... I'm glad I...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Aug 2005, 21:25
Replies: 8
Views: 1,764
Posted By MLS-12D

Smile More information and photos of the air ambulance...

More information and photos of the air ambulance version of the the 'Grasshopper', designated the HE-1 or AE-1, are available here...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Aug 2005, 21:07
Replies: 30
Views: 4,162
Posted By MLS-12D

Smile I dislike petty bureaucracy; but in this case, my...

I dislike petty bureaucracy; but in this case, my heart doesn't bleed for such an 'owner' (who, after all, has the option of transferring title from the corporation to himself, if the 'gotcha' is a...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Aug 2005, 19:17
Replies: 27
Views: 4,812
Posted By MLS-12D

Both aircraft have their pros and cons, but there...

Both aircraft have their pros and cons, but there are no major advantages or disadvantages to either; they are both well-designed trainers. As flyfish and J.A.F.O. have said, choose your school on...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Aug 2005, 19:02
Replies: 60
Views: 11,267
Posted By MLS-12D

You know best what suits you; but fleece (i.e.,...

You know best what suits you; but fleece (i.e., polyester) is the worst thing that you can wear if there is a possibility of fire. If you like the warmth and feel, treat yourself and buy a Nomex...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Aug 2005, 20:03
Replies: 23
Views: 2,889
Posted By MLS-12D

Thumbs up I think that this is probably the best piece of...

I think that this is probably the best piece of advice that I have ever seen on Pprune.

Presumably examples of those esteemed local newspapers would be the Okmulgee Daily Times...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Aug 2005, 19:30
Replies: 19
Views: 1,410
Posted By MLS-12D

Thumbs down I didn't say anything; and you haven't made any...

I didn't say anything; and you haven't made any attempt to provide the gist of what other people apparently said in private correspondence ... so no, it certainly is not obvious.

Oh. I see. I...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Aug 2005, 12:38
Replies: 60
Views: 11,267
Posted By MLS-12D

Smile I think you'll be happy with those suits....

I think you'll be happy with those suits. Provided that the correct laundering instructions (which are essentially the same as for Nomex clothing) are followed, Proban fire resistancy treatment is...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Aug 2005, 20:09
Replies: 23
Views: 2,889
Posted By MLS-12D

Not being a keen follower of Pierre's posts, I...

Not being a keen follower of Pierre's posts, I don't know if that generalization is fair. But the shoe does seem to fit in this particular case.

Could be. Or maybe he's right and it was poor...
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