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Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
25th Jun 2017, 08:58
Replies: 9
Views: 3,522
Posted By Raider1

I am sure that the reason was the fact that had...

I am sure that the reason was the fact that had the aircraft landed in Canberra on schedule, the next sector was Canberra/ Melbourne. By diverting to Mel the aircraft was then able to resume its...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
21st Feb 2017, 04:07
Replies: 1,350
Views: 591,563
Posted By Raider1

Pilot named

Fairfax is reporting the pilot as Max Quartermain.

RIP
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
6th Aug 2016, 10:49
Replies: 12
Views: 5,673
Posted By Raider1

Sad end to a former QF 737-400. But oh well DHL...

Sad end to a former QF 737-400.
But oh well DHL did indeed get the parcels on the road quickly.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Jun 2016, 04:25
Replies: 256
Views: 232,266
Posted By Raider1

The interim report has been released today....

The interim report has been released today. Interesting reading.
For those that haven't seen it. Here is a link:

Investigation: AO-2014-032 - In-flight pitch disconnect involving ATR 72 aircraft,...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
10th Apr 2015, 06:07
Replies: 19
Views: 9,328
Posted By Raider1

QF to open Heavy Maintenance Base for 717 in Canberra

"About 40 high skilled aircraft engineering jobs will be created in Canberra as Qantas opens a new heavy maintenance facility in October."

Plans for the new Boeing 717 engineering facility were...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
8th Jan 2015, 08:47
Replies: 16
Views: 3,721
Posted By Raider1

NSW Govt funds

The caveat is that the current Government gets re-elected in March. Not necessarily guaranteed.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
31st Oct 2014, 22:41
Replies: 6
Views: 8,124
Posted By Raider1

NZ B787 Pilot dies after landing at Perth

Very sad news.

Air New Zealand pilot dies after landing plane at Perth (http://www.canberratimes.com.au/national/air-new-zealand-pilot-dies-after-landing-plane-at-perth-20141031-11f8xb.html)
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
24th Feb 2014, 07:44
Replies: 36
Views: 7,288
Posted By Raider1

Final B737-400 pax service for QF

Noted that Sundays QF819 from Canberra to Melbourne was the last QF 737- 400 pax service in Australia. Good to see TJS receive a suitable salute from the firies on departure.

Early TJX operating...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Dec 2013, 08:30
Replies: 180
Views: 73,633
Posted By Raider1

Brindy now officially in receivership

Announced today. This Canberra Times link gives a summary:
Brindabella Airlines put into receivership - flights suspended...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
29th Jul 2013, 05:20
Replies: 7
Views: 8,455
Posted By Raider1

Dash8-300 Emergency Landing Canberra

A QF Dash 8-300 operating a scheduled Sydney-Wagga service has made an emergency landing at Canberra this afternoon after reports of smoke in the cockpit.
The captain and FO have been transported to...
Forum: Rumours & News
13th Apr 2013, 13:32
Replies: 974
Views: 539,662
Posted By Raider1

Bali Accident

The Sydney Morning Herald report has lot more detail. Paticularly the report that the aircraft ditched short of landing after the pilot reported engine trouble.
Well done to the cabin crew who...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
16th Apr 2012, 10:54
Replies: 21
Views: 15,261
Posted By Raider1

TAA DC9 Hijack Captain passes away

From todays online Australian Aviation: I thought some of the former TAA people would be interested:

Captain Grahame Mackelmann, the Captain of TAA DC-9 VH-TJJ which was involved in an attempted...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
30th Jul 2008, 10:00
Replies: 373
Views: 68,020
Posted By Raider1

ATSB initial report

Looks like the gas cylinder was most likely the cause.
If you wish to read todays ATSB press release follow this link
MEDIA RELEASE : 30 July 2008 - Investigation into Boeing 747- 400...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Nov 2007, 09:14
Replies: 118
Views: 17,886
Posted By Raider1

Here is the press release: Australian Aviation...

Here is the press release:
Australian Aviation - The Coalition Aiming Even Higher
Wednesday, 14 November 2007
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Transport and Regional Services, Mark...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Nov 2007, 08:43
Replies: 118
Views: 17,886
Posted By Raider1

Pilot Training

During a long drive back home today I caught bits of an announcement from the Coalition about the need to attract pilots to regional airlines. Dont hold me to the exact figures (I was driving), but...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
13th Nov 2007, 09:27
Replies: 38
Views: 9,708
Posted By Raider1

First met Geoff a long long time ago when we were...

First met Geoff a long long time ago when we were allocated ajoining rooms in a Govt hostel in Canberra for new recruits to the public service, strait out of the education stream.
Later on, had...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
14th Sep 2007, 10:50
Replies: 8
Views: 1,874
Posted By Raider1

Wink $6 a beer is doing you a favour? wow

$6 a beer is doing you a favour? wow
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
20th Aug 2007, 10:04
Replies: 14
Views: 4,764
Posted By Raider1

Fuel Leak Ignited by Engine?

Interesting comment on the international forum:

"8 Mins. after landing at Naha in the Okinawa Province of Japan at 10:35 local time, the fully booked China Airways B737-800 flight 120 from Taipeh...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
21st Mar 2007, 08:50
Replies: 0
Views: 2,324
Posted By Raider1

DHC 8-400 Front Landing Gear Problems

I am surprised there does not appear to have been any debate here about the alleged problem with the nose wheel/ landing gear problems with the Dash 8 -400 series.
A week or so ago the Canberra...
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
2nd Jan 2007, 09:10
Replies: 335
Views: 163,165
Posted By Raider1

Australian TV news reporting that there are 12...

Australian TV news reporting that there are 12 survivors. A small percentage of total pax but good news that at least some survived.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
9th Oct 2006, 10:35
Replies: 32
Views: 6,823
Posted By Raider1

I travel to Darwin regularly as a full fare...

I travel to Darwin regularly as a full fare paying pax for business meetings. Last week went up on QF123 the Mumbai service. Very comfortable on the A330 and great inflight service. Came back...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Aug 2006, 09:23
Replies: 26
Views: 5,610
Posted By Raider1

Just saw the video coverage on 9 News tonight....

Just saw the video coverage on 9 News tonight. Appeared to be damage to one engine... seems like it might be an expensive layover!! ouch.
I bet the ground handling agent is seeking some urgent legal...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
10th Aug 2006, 11:27
Replies: 52
Views: 7,325
Posted By Raider1

Carry on luggage

I couldnt believe some of the earlier posts promoting more carry on luggage. Dont some of the proffessionals here remember the UK emergency landing where those killed or seriously injured suffered...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
29th Jun 2006, 11:25
Replies: 89
Views: 14,895
Posted By Raider1

A330

Well GD did spend some time with Ansett when i was there and the A320 was verrrrrrrry successful for AN particularly eastern states to Perth...... hence maybe why Jetstar now have A320's as an...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
28th Jun 2006, 09:34
Replies: 89
Views: 14,895
Posted By Raider1

Going Boeing's response

Thanks for your detailed response Going Boeing. That fills in the gabs for me. Still enjoy paxing on the aircraft though. Maybe its because the A330 is a relatively new aircraft.
Cheers
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jun 2006, 11:39
Replies: 10
Views: 1,853
Posted By Raider1

Unhappy Condolences

So sorry to read the news EWL. I didn't know him personnally. However I have heard he was a true gentleman. May he RIP.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Jun 2006, 11:21
Replies: 89
Views: 14,895
Posted By Raider1

A330

Don't know why so many knock the A330. Is it purely technical issues?
I pax to Darwin frequently and go out of my way to catch QF123 (international ops via Darwin). Far superior service and comfort...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
25th May 2006, 07:39
Replies: 21
Views: 4,410
Posted By Raider1

The reported interest in QF buying out LINFOX...

The reported interest in QF buying out LINFOX might not be all that silly, after all LINFOX would give QF:
1. Access to road freight.. and lets face it a lot of freight that customers pay overnight...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
4th May 2006, 10:05
Replies: 17
Views: 3,574
Posted By Raider1

Sad end for an aircraft that im sure many pprune...

Sad end for an aircraft that im sure many pprune tech crews operated when in AN colours:ouch:
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
12th Mar 2006, 09:39
Replies: 55
Views: 13,409
Posted By Raider1

Hitorically business travel doesn't really pic up...

Hitorically business travel doesn't really pic up fully untill mid March. Guess the last 3 months was just too hard.
So sorry for the staff that had their hopes on success
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
31st Jan 2006, 08:58
Replies: 70
Views: 10,614
Posted By Raider1

ABC 7.30 Report had a segment on the Adelaide...

ABC 7.30 Report had a segment on the Adelaide Airport terminal problems tonight. Had to feel sorry for the manager Phil Baker. He is wearing all the flack. Although the Premier sounded pretty pissed...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
10th Jan 2006, 08:24
Replies: 44
Views: 7,727
Posted By Raider1

Re: Jetstar....you are a disgrace!

I see QF has announced that they are again withdrawing from Hamilton Island and leaving it to Jetstar as from March.
Oh well guess those people wealthier than I will just have to settle for discount...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
10th Dec 2005, 06:13
Replies: 26
Views: 4,676
Posted By Raider1

My local ABC in Canberra this morning reported...

My local ABC in Canberra this morning reported the Jetstar Aircraft as an Airbus A380. Thought wow those Jetstar loads to Cairns must be going through the roof !!!!!!!! lol

On a more serious note...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
6th Nov 2005, 09:33
Replies: 47
Views: 7,826
Posted By Raider1

Cant see too many being needed on the BNE CBR...

Cant see too many being needed on the BNE CBR run.......the QF 73-400's are attracting very good loads
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
4th Oct 2005, 10:08
Replies: 3
Views: 1,070
Posted By Raider1

Good luck to REX. If they stick to their current...

Good luck to REX. If they stick to their current business plan and routes they will do well.
Much more sensible then mixing it with the big boys trying to buy share on the major routes.
:D
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