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Forum: Terms and Endearment
28th Jul 2022, 14:43
Replies: 34
Views: 21,975
Posted By Sporran

Spot on!!

I retired from BA 2 years ago, where I was fortunate to be part-time on a 'high efficiency' fleet. I had a good level of seniority which certainly helped, but JSS is good for BA, but REALLY BAD for...
Forum: Rumours & News
15th Apr 2021, 15:35
Replies: 58
Views: 29,167
Posted By Sporran

BIG pax.

Many years ago I remember taking an A320 from NCL to LHR. During the take-off the aircraft felt 'sluggish', but on final approach to LHR it felt like it was wallowing all over the place.

During my...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
23rd Oct 2017, 10:59
Replies: 154
Views: 86,511
Posted By Sporran

I really believe that the only reason for...

I really believe that the only reason for distrust in the BACC is that far too many colleagues have hugely over-optimistic expectations!

The guys on the BACC are pretty smart and have access to...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
19th Oct 2017, 15:50
Replies: 154
Views: 86,511
Posted By Sporran

Captains have just received a NINE page letter!

Captains have just received a NINE page letter!
Forum: Terms and Endearment
10th Oct 2016, 18:54
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,148,233
Posted By Sporran

4468, Boredom, or bedlam - so very true. ...

4468,

Boredom, or bedlam - so very true.

The lack of fixed-links (or really long links) on S/H does not cost the company any money (since the last change in how credit was calculated), but it...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
8th Oct 2016, 10:00
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,148,233
Posted By Sporran

Just found this thread (as a link from the BALPA...

Just found this thread (as a link from the BALPA forum) and am VERY impressed at how fair and balanced the comments are.

I have just moved to LHS on L/H and for ME the move has been a complete...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
21st Jul 2013, 14:52
Replies: 26
Views: 17,190
Posted By Sporran

Cockney Steve, I have not bothered to...

Cockney Steve,

I have not bothered to comment of this forum for ages, but some of your comments cannot go 'un-challenged'.

You imply that airline pilots do 25 hours a week!!!!!! I am a S/H...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
17th Apr 2013, 18:45
Replies: 13
Views: 5,083
Posted By Sporran

Sean Bell, TOTAL COBBLERS. I suggest you...

Sean Bell,

TOTAL COBBLERS. I suggest you check your facts before you spout such complete and utter tosh!!!:\
Forum: Terms and Endearment
20th Mar 2013, 16:34
Replies: 75
Views: 23,587
Posted By Sporran

wessexdriver72 - (ps.. is that your age!!!) ...

wessexdriver72 - (ps.. is that your age!!!)

I am a BA BALPA member too and initially was a bit disappointed that those who were not willing to contribute to the fight will still gain. However, I...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
11th Mar 2013, 19:13
Replies: 737
Views: 166,029
Posted By Sporran

BitMoreRightRudder, Nail hit firmly on...

BitMoreRightRudder,

Nail hit firmly on head!!!

There are a very small minority on both sides of the flight deck door who would appear not to want to 'move on'.

I believe firmly that the VAST...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Feb 2013, 21:04
Replies: 23
Views: 3,574
Posted By Sporran

As an airline captain working out of T5 at LHR it...

As an airline captain working out of T5 at LHR it never ceases to amaze me how passengers know better than us how to book their flights. I often have to 'bite my lip' when I hear a passenger who has...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
25th Nov 2012, 15:08
Replies: 737
Views: 166,029
Posted By Sporran

I had heard that IB pilots had some strange ways,...

I had heard that IB pilots had some strange ways, but...................

- messenger to deliver mail,
- less than 700 hours a year,
- transport to and from the airport..

I do feel sorry...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
10th May 2012, 10:15
Replies: 8
Views: 5,559
Posted By Sporran

BMI Regional Binding Sale

Just been announced that BMI Regional has been sold to Sector Aviation Holdings Ltd.

Great news for our colleagues in Regional!!
Forum: Terms and Endearment
27th Apr 2012, 12:40
Replies: 250
Views: 95,114
Posted By Sporran

The BBC is reporting that there may be good news...

The BBC is reporting that there may be good news for the guys in Regional!!

The previous deal that appeared to be on the back-burner would hopefully be in the final stages!:ok:

I certainly...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
26th Apr 2012, 12:28
Replies: 250
Views: 95,114
Posted By Sporran

Saw somewhere else that BMI guys were doing...

Saw somewhere else that BMI guys were doing visits at the CRC. The guys I saw looked very smart!!!:)

The vast majority of BA pilots look forward to flying with you guys and doing our best to help...
Forum: Cabin Crew
1st Aug 2011, 16:45
Replies: 1
Views: 3,615
Posted By Sporran

bassa in VERY hot water.

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Forum: Cabin Crew
13th May 2011, 16:28
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Betty Girl I understand your feelings...

Betty Girl

I understand your feelings regarding the dispute ending sooner if WW had not been in charge. WW was brought in by the board to do a job and I think he has well and truly carried out...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Mar 2011, 16:58
Replies: 993
Views: 170,665
Posted By Sporran

Litebulbs, Totally agree. However, I do...

Litebulbs,

Totally agree.

However, I do not think that kind of negotiation is remotely possible with the present militant 'leadership' who only seem to want confrontation at every turn. In my...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Mar 2011, 15:27
Replies: 993
Views: 170,665
Posted By Sporran

Litebulbs, Good point. I think there...

Litebulbs,

Good point.

I think there are 2 sets of legacy crew:
- pre-97 are on the old contract and have a much higher basic salary.
- post-97 are on smaller basic salaries, but everything...
Forum: Cabin Crew
22nd Mar 2011, 21:26
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Juan Tripp, Good summing up of the...

Juan Tripp,

Good summing up of the situation. The following statement is so very true....

"We ALL know that you can't have a bid system with the crazy differances of extras that certain...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
11th Mar 2011, 08:52
Replies: 1,094
Views: 166,482
Posted By Sporran

For you good folks of the SLF community here is a...

For you good folks of the SLF community here is a precis of the proposed EASA limits that could be forced on us. We presently work to the scientifically based CAP 371, but these new proposals would...
Forum: Cabin Crew
11th Mar 2011, 08:46
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Here is a quick summary of some of the 'problems'...

Here is a quick summary of some of the 'problems' with the EASA proposals, when compared with the scientifically based CAP 371.

1. Reducing rest has always been at the behest of the aircraft...
Forum: Cabin Crew
6th Mar 2011, 22:25
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Come on Litebulbs!! Someone taking stike...

Come on Litebulbs!!

Someone taking stike action is in breach of their conditions of employment and puts themselves in line to be sacked. As I believe you have mentioned many times, any such...
Forum: Cabin Crew
6th Mar 2011, 19:50
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

TW Alas, I think you are correct. However,...

TW

Alas, I think you are correct. However, I still think it is important that we do our best to engage with each other and conduct discussions on an adult-to-adult basis.

The adult-to-adult...
Forum: Cabin Crew
6th Mar 2011, 19:23
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Miss M, Try looking at the situation from...

Miss M,

Try looking at the situation from the employers side - just for once!!

The total lack of negotiation (as voted for by bassa members on that very democratic show of hands) means that BA...
Forum: Cabin Crew
18th Feb 2011, 23:41
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Litebulbs, Your 'lengthy' post above just...

Litebulbs,

Your 'lengthy' post above just does not make any sense to me.

1. The dispute has cost more than the required savings!
I dont think so! Dus to the non-existent negotiating from...
Forum: Cabin Crew
16th Feb 2011, 11:37
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Those of us who have 'gone the extra mile' for BA...

Those of us who have 'gone the extra mile' for BA are all confused.

I am sure that bassa have some genuine issues, but their complete reluctance and inability to negotiate has brought them to the...
Forum: Cabin Crew
2nd Feb 2011, 09:06
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Wirbelsturm, Excellent post. It is...

Wirbelsturm,

Excellent post.

It is always good to be reminded of the FACTS, especially when presented clearly, after so long swimming through muddy waters.

Like you I have not experienced...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
30th Jan 2011, 20:16
Replies: 1,094
Views: 166,482
Posted By Sporran

Betty Girl, Just had a quick look - and it...

Betty Girl,

Just had a quick look - and it is so good to get back to 'the university of adults' from the 'kindergarten' over there.

This thing called 'ally' is rude, obnoxious and totally...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
24th Jan 2011, 21:23
Replies: 1,880
Views: 271,422
Posted By Sporran

I cannot belief that this sorry mess is still...

I cannot belief that this sorry mess is still going on after 2 years.

It is incredibly frustrating that so many of the cabin crew has lost touch with what the dispute is all about and some might...
Forum: Cabin Crew
22nd Jan 2011, 20:39
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Mildly Militant, The example of someone who...

Mildly Militant,

The example of someone who 'only' went on strike for 3 days losing 6 days pay is because that is how you are rostered. The length of the trip dictates the number of days off. In...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
21st Jan 2011, 16:46
Replies: 1,880
Views: 271,422
Posted By Sporran

I certainly hope that BA 'adjust' cabin crew...

I certainly hope that BA 'adjust' cabin crew rosters when they are advised of strike dates. If they can ensure that the militant trouble makers are in the firing line, rather than the 'lemmings',...
Forum: Cabin Crew
21st Jan 2011, 16:37
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Alas, Betty Girl you are so right - regarding the...

Alas, Betty Girl you are so right - regarding the total lack of willingness by crew to look at both sides of the argument.

Coupled with all the blatant lies and mis-information that has spouted...
Forum: Cabin Crew
20th Jan 2011, 20:17
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Ottergirl, I did not say that there is lack...

Ottergirl,

I did not say that there is lack of harmony on my flights - and if you had flown with me I am certain you would agree!!:ok:

It is about balance! I have stated many times that the...
Forum: Cabin Crew
20th Jan 2011, 17:50
Replies: 4,259
Views: 1,565,114
Posted By Sporran

Betty Girl, just because you believe that all...

Betty Girl, just because you believe that all crew on E/F work well does not make it so.

As a S/H captain I certainly think that the vast majority of cabin crew on S/H are a credit to the...
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