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Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jul 2022, 21:53
Replies: 20
Views: 11,934
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Resurrecting an old thread. Just priced up a...

Resurrecting an old thread. Just priced up a helicopter landing at Heathrow tomorrow at over £11,000!

Even for aviation that’s quite a punchy rise since the £1000 I reported in March 2011.
...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jul 2022, 21:36
Replies: 179
Views: 63,775
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Surely if a helicopter is running it is the...

Surely if a helicopter is running it is the operators responsibility to secure the area around the helicopter. If you can’t protect your passengers and don’t have ground crew to handle them then shut...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Dec 2013, 06:40
Replies: 41
Views: 75,722
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Somebody has jumped to the conclusion that there...

Somebody has jumped to the conclusion that there was no lighting at the landing site. This is incorrect; a ground party had set up landing lights and were in attendance.

The helicopter is operated...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Feb 2013, 08:28
Replies: 2
Views: 1,133
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Looks interesting, but at £330 a ticket it seems...

Looks interesting, but at £330 a ticket it seems like a conference organisers' scam. Why so expensive? Maybe because it's sponsored by Battersea Heliport!
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Aug 2012, 09:40
Replies: 700
Views: 287,210
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

I would be surprised if the EC135 "beats the...

I would be surprised if the EC135 "beats the pants off" the A109S but willing to compare real world figures as opposed to marketing bumpf.

As an indication in the UK there are 28 corporately...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
12th Jun 2012, 20:04
Replies: 24
Views: 4,408
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Dunsfold has space and plenty of Olympic slots...

Dunsfold has space and plenty of Olympic slots for private aircraft (it is unlicensed). There is an on site Agusta 109 operator for 13 minute onward connection to Battersea.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
24th May 2012, 23:58
Replies: 13
Views: 6,374
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

The 747 is owned by the Dunsfold Park not Aces...

The 747 is owned by the Dunsfold Park not Aces High and as previous posts have said is largely used for film work. Biz jets use the airfield privately, there are no maintenance facilities at...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
25th Apr 2012, 21:48
Replies: 41
Views: 10,440
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Helicopter transfers to London

As yet Battersesa Heliport still does not know what restrictions will be imposed for the Olympics. It's a pathetic shambles. Hopefully sense will prevail and off airport flights will be allowed with...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th May 2011, 10:30
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

A109 Engineer in Geneva this week

Does anyone know of a licensed 109 engineer who may be in the Geneva area this week. We need somebody to do the 5hr tail rotor AD check on one of our Powers at EBACE.
Thanks
Bilbo
Forum: Private Flying
28th Apr 2011, 22:45
Replies: 15
Views: 2,301
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Fate is the Hunter

For private or commercial pilots alike. Ernest Gann's Fate is the Hunter will inspire and terrify. Just read the reviews on amazon. Brilliant read.

Fate is the Hunter: Amazon.co.uk: Ernest K....
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Apr 2011, 09:11
Replies: 602
Views: 1,034,059
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Just heard a 109 trying to go to Alan Manns for...

Just heard a 109 trying to go to Alan Manns for engineering being refused permission to land at Fairoaks. Anyone know what's going on?
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Mar 2011, 19:39
Replies: 20
Views: 11,934
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Landing fees have moved on a bit.. You rarely get...

Landing fees have moved on a bit.. You rarely get change out of £1000. Between BAA and Signature they have the place stitched up.

ATC are not bad but anticipation is not their greatest strength....
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Dec 2010, 10:53
Replies: 700
Views: 287,210
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

The trouble is that many of the checklists out...

The trouble is that many of the checklists out there are not approved by the manufacturer and not subject to manufacturer updates.

We have had long discussions about the consequences of following...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Nov 2010, 07:58
Replies: 2
Views: 1,535
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

If you have a 3G IPad you will find the GPS works...

If you have a 3G IPad you will find the GPS works fine. I use one in a 109 with no problems and have never had a dropped GPS signal. Typical GPS lock on is under 5 seconds. If you are in the UK I...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Sep 2010, 21:30
Replies: 501
Views: 162,362
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Spot for Lunch

Hi there,
I'm looking for an interesting or unusual restaurant/hotel/pub with helipad (field) within 20 minutes of Prestwick, Scotland

Any ideas on Arran, Islay, Jura or inland?

Thanks
Bilbo
Forum: Private Flying
15th Aug 2010, 19:41
Replies: 17
Views: 2,863
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Thanks everyone for your help so far. Trying to...

Thanks everyone for your help so far. Trying to go first thing Monday in a helicopter so if anyone has any update that would be great.
Bilbo
Forum: Private Flying
15th Aug 2010, 19:27
Replies: 17
Views: 2,863
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Thanks everyone. Trying to go first thing Monday...

Thanks everyone. Trying to go first thing Monday so if anyone has any update that would be great.
Bilbo
Forum: Private Flying
15th Aug 2010, 14:20
Replies: 17
Views: 2,863
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Is Damyns Hall still open?

I have been trying to call Damyns Hall for the last couple of days but nobody there is answering the phone. Are they still open and if so do you need to PPR? Does anybody have a number that works?...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Aug 2010, 19:53
Replies: 100
Views: 26,539
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

I have full Ordnance Survey, CAA 1:250k and CAA...

I have full Ordnance Survey, CAA 1:250k and CAA 1:500k of the UK on my iPad. I view using the Memory Map App with GPS showing current position. I bought it to use for planning and quoting but was...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Apr 2010, 17:35
Replies: 14
Views: 4,711
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Battersea Heliport reduces landing fees...

....if you fly a twin Squirrel or anything smaller.

Otherwise its a 15% increase or more. Just when the charter market was picking up they go and put up their fees. I guess they have given up on...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Apr 2010, 17:48
Replies: 286
Views: 73,686
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

France this afternoon closed their airspace for...

France this afternoon closed their airspace for public transport VFR flights. For helicopters I think that closes all avenues for European charter work.
Bilbo
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Mar 2010, 14:18
Replies: 1,887
Views: 1,109,562
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Thanks Froggy, that would be useful. Bilbo

Thanks Froggy, that would be useful.
Bilbo
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Mar 2010, 11:14
Replies: 1,887
Views: 1,109,562
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Thanks for your constructive opinion Froggy....

Thanks for your constructive opinion Froggy. Really helpful!

I don’t have a flight manual, therefore the easiest way to get 90% of the information I need is to use an existing spreadsheet and...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Mar 2010, 08:36
Replies: 1,887
Views: 1,109,562
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

AW139 CofG Spreadsheet

Does anybody have a cofg spreadsheet for a VIP 139. Looking for the usual info on how far the average corporate machine will go with various pax loads.

Many thanks
Bilbo
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
6th Jan 2010, 11:26
Replies: 0
Views: 544
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Changes to VAT rules effecting Charters to the Continent

From 1st January 2010 the VAT rules have changed so that you now have to charge VAT at the place where a service is provided. This potentially causes problems conducting charter flights aboard.

Up...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Feb 2009, 09:02
Replies: 4
Views: 1,796
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Thanks everybody went to Rush Green in the end as...

Thanks everybody went to Rush Green in the end as no reply from Graveley.. Lovely strip which must be a hive of activity in the summer. The moles seem to be moving in though!
Forum: Private Flying
19th Feb 2009, 18:11
Replies: 4
Views: 1,796
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Contact for Graveley Strip

Does anybody have a contact number for Graveley Strip. Trying to take a helicopter in there tomorrow for a funeral in the village and the contact number in the book (01438 317 112) is not responding....
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Feb 2009, 23:48
Replies: 49
Views: 6,790
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

A low hour VFR pilot in the co-pilot's seat of a...

A low hour VFR pilot in the co-pilot's seat of a SPIFR machine is a sensible compromise. It takes a lot of pressure off the captain by helping out on the non-critical nif naf associated with...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Sep 2008, 15:37
Replies: 46
GPS
Views: 8,723
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

I would go for any of the colour 296/496....

I would go for any of the colour 296/496. Fantastic if you are jumping in out of different aircraft in Europe. Excellent if you need a quick frequency or an unfamiliar SID.

While the terrain...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
26th Feb 2008, 09:54
Replies: 0
Views: 427
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Financial/Tax advice for Aircraft Purchase in UK

Does anyone have contact details for a financial/tax advisor for the purchase of a new helicopter? I am currently working on a project to buy a light twin and am trying to find the most tax efficient...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Feb 2008, 06:34
Replies: 3
Views: 1,050
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Financial/Tax advice for Helicopter Purchase in UK

Does anyone have contact details for a financial/tax advisor for the purchase of a new helicopter? I am currently working on a project to buy a light twin and am trying to find the most tax efficient...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Feb 2008, 12:53
Replies: 107
Views: 13,103
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Mariner 9 ..if you do drop in don't expect free...

Mariner 9 ..if you do drop in don't expect free landing fees with fuel uplift if you are in a heli or single, or indeed a free meal if you are in a twin.

We popped in for fuel last year in a twin...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Feb 2008, 12:31
Replies: 21
Views: 2,621
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Speaking on the radio is like learning a foreign...

Speaking on the radio is like learning a foreign language. In the early days you have to think about every word you say. As you become fluent you just open your mouth and talk.

Like foreign...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jul 2005, 22:40
Replies: 1,119
Views: 339,275
Posted By Bilbo Bagover

Burj Al Arab Helipad

Does anyone here know the weight/operating limits for the helipad on the Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai?

Thanks in advance for any information.

Bilbo
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