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Forum: Private Flying
5th Aug 2004, 20:52
Replies: 20
Views: 4,669
Posted By freefallfun

Talking Here's a link to the British Parachute...

Here's a link to the British Parachute Association web site that lists UK drop zones & associated radio frequencies - http://www.bpa.org.uk/dropzone/dzone.htm

Monitoring of the given DZ frequency...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Jun 2004, 14:26
Replies: 11
Views: 1,061
Posted By freefallfun

Hi, I'm currently working through my...

Hi,

I'm currently working through my tailwheel conversion on a Citabria at Liverpool Flying School. The only other place I know of in the NW is Comed @ Blackpool who I think have a Chipmunk.
...
Forum: Private Flying
26th May 2004, 21:10
Replies: 62
Views: 5,546
Posted By freefallfun

Yakker, Rounds used for the purpose of...

Yakker,

Rounds used for the purpose of reserve canopies are still out there in the skydiving world, albeit not the norm. Most BPA riggers and some BPA advanced packers would be able to re-pack a...
Forum: Private Flying
26th May 2004, 18:03
Replies: 4
Views: 1,554
Posted By freefallfun

Your 1st port of call for info should be the...

Your 1st port of call for info should be the British Parachute Association's web site http://www.bpa.org.uk

From there you can:

* Find your local Drop Zones
* Read the online BPA Standard...
Forum: Private Flying
26th May 2004, 12:48
Replies: 62
Views: 5,546
Posted By freefallfun

I thought the majority of pilot parachute rigs...

I thought the majority of pilot parachute rigs were round canopies? If that's the case then you'll be hard pressed to find a skydiving centre that still uses "rounds" where you could get trained and...
Forum: ATC Issues
24th May 2004, 20:40
Replies: 5
Views: 909
Posted By freefallfun

Thanks PPRuNe Radar, I appreciate that a...

Thanks PPRuNe Radar,

I appreciate that a special flight number doesn’t grant any particular status but as we could potentially be requesting to operate in a Class A airway over our DZ for a couple...
Forum: ATC Issues
24th May 2004, 20:18
Replies: 5
Views: 909
Posted By freefallfun

Found it - Thanks. Matt

Found it - Thanks.

Matt
Forum: ATC Issues
24th May 2004, 19:38
Replies: 5
Views: 909
Posted By freefallfun

Question How do I request a special flight number?

Hi,

The Lancashire based parachute centre where I skydive will be operating a fast climbing turbine aircraft (well it's fast for skydivers - 0'->15,000' in 12 minutes) later this year and wishes...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
22nd Apr 2004, 20:49
Replies: 2
Views: 886
Posted By freefallfun

I began my PPL training with Emirates Flying...

I began my PPL training with Emirates Flying School at Dubai Intl in 1999 before completing a JAA licence when I got transferred back home to the UK. From memory EFS did have one Dutch FI there for a...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Mar 2004, 04:25
Replies: 20
Views: 3,081
Posted By freefallfun

G-BFHP

Almost finished my tailwheel conversion at Livepool and loving every minute of it. Loving the large quantity of landing fee a little less though :-)

FreeFallFun.
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Feb 2004, 04:19
Replies: 14
Views: 1,324
Posted By freefallfun

Hi, The nearest Parachute drop zone to...

Hi,

The nearest Parachute drop zone to Manchester is the Black Knights Parachute Centre, Cockerham, Lancs. This is where I jump so I can't claim this is an unbiased recommendation but I do feel...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Jan 2004, 03:29
Replies: 8
Views: 7,447
Posted By freefallfun

A lot of turbine Porters work as skydiving jump...

A lot of turbine Porters work as skydiving jump ships in Europe.

Check out -> http://www.pc-6.com/

Regards,

FreeFallFun
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
18th Jan 2004, 17:24
Replies: 18
Views: 884
Posted By freefallfun

Unlike the majority of ISPs I'm pretty sure that...

Unlike the majority of ISPs I'm pretty sure that AOL uses a proprietary WAN client as apposed to a standards based one (PPP / SLIP / PPPoA / PPPoE etc.) Your router will most likely support a...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
15th Jan 2004, 23:33
Replies: 9
Views: 817
Posted By freefallfun

One way would be to use a cross over (regular...

One way would be to use a cross over (regular straight through pin out cable will not work) CAT.5. UTP Ethernet cable between the Ethernet ports on each PC (I'm presuming that you have built in...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
15th Jan 2004, 20:24
Replies: 2
Views: 427
Posted By freefallfun

See if this helps? ...

See if this helps?

http://www.adobe.com/support/techdocs/308ae.htm

Regards,

Matt - FreeFallFun:ok:
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
15th Jan 2004, 04:45
Replies: 18
Views: 884
Posted By freefallfun

Beagle, Using "block unknown MAC address" as...

Beagle,

Using "block unknown MAC address" as a basic authentication security mechanism would stop unauthorised devices becoming part of your WLAN (presuming they can’t alter their MAC address...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
15th Jan 2004, 03:55
Replies: 18
Views: 884
Posted By freefallfun

Richard raises a good point with Wireless LANs -...

Richard raises a good point with Wireless LANs - Security. The company I work for manufactures WLAN equipment amongst other things. Studies we've seen show that a high percentage of WLANs are...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
14th Jan 2004, 05:27
Replies: 26
Views: 2,076
Posted By freefallfun

For my PPL my instructor alway had me put the...

For my PPL my instructor alway had me put the landing light on as I set up to enter the pattern. Why would you not want to make yourself as noticable to others?

And when I returned to the UK with...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Dec 2003, 23:10
Replies: 5
Views: 1,247
Posted By freefallfun

Thanks to all for the info and PM's. Will most...

Thanks to all for the info and PM's. Will most likley investigate Liverpool for possible training.


Cheers

FreeFallFun.

"If at first you don't succeed, skydiving isn't for you.....":cool:
Forum: Private Flying
18th Dec 2003, 04:58
Replies: 13
Views: 4,043
Posted By freefallfun

Don't forget that our Parachute Drop Zone (Black...

Don't forget that our Parachute Drop Zone (Black Knights Parachute Centre, Cockerham) is close to Pilling Sands. We always appreciate a call on 129.9Mhz "Cockerham DZ" to check if we're active :-)
...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Dec 2003, 04:41
Replies: 5
Views: 1,247
Posted By freefallfun

Talking Taildragger Training in North West England?

Hi,

I'm looking for training establishment that can help me gain a tail wheel conversion. I’m based in Lancashire; can any one suggest anywhere suitable that’s reasonability close? (Say 90 minutes...
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