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Forum: Questions
25th Apr 2006, 15:05
Replies: 17
Views: 2,183
Posted By Crótalo

Is this a local (or country-specific)...

Is this a local (or country-specific) prohibition, Air Conditioned? There's loads of Runways numbered 02/20 and 13/31 all over the world.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
30th Jun 2005, 16:02
Replies: 1
Views: 2,364
Posted By Crótalo

The link doesn't work, so I'm not sure if you're...

The link doesn't work, so I'm not sure if you're referring to the same event I'm thinking of, which occurred yesterday.
Edited to add -- I think I found it -- here's the link:...
Forum: Questions
27th Feb 2005, 16:55
Replies: 25
Views: 4,165
Posted By Crótalo

One thing to note regarding the various...

One thing to note regarding the various intensities of turbulence (light, moderate, severe, extreme) --

What may feel like "severe" turbulence to someone sitting in the cabin, especially in the...
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Feb 2005, 17:28
Replies: 18
Views: 4,637
Posted By Crótalo

No way to tell for sure, but I wouldn't be...

No way to tell for sure, but I wouldn't be surprised at all if that bird is a turkey vulture. They're very prevalent in certain parts of the world, they seem to love airports :uhoh: and they...
Forum: Questions
20th Feb 2005, 12:24
Replies: 4
Views: 3,174
Posted By Crótalo

It's possible that the aircraft being contacted...

It's possible that the aircraft being contacted has lost communications with ATC, and ATC has asked another aircraft to attempt contact on 121.5 (aka "Guard") which the lost-comm aircraft may be...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Feb 2005, 17:36
Replies: 61
Views: 9,336
Posted By Crótalo

This photo says a lot, IMHO. ...

This photo says a lot, IMHO.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/media/images/40814000/jpg/_40814077_charles_camilla_rex_300.jpg

Charles & Camilla have cared for each other for a very long time. I wish...
Forum: Rumours & News
13th Feb 2005, 15:32
Replies: 33
Views: 10,849
Posted By Crótalo

Even though this thread is about civilian flying...

Even though this thread is about civilian flying (and my sympathies are truly with you, m_d, that is a very rotten roster)....Juliet brings up a good point about military flying. Monthly rosters? ...
Forum: Rumours & News
28th Dec 2004, 13:29
Replies: 116
Views: 43,705
Posted By Crótalo

I don't understand the uproar. Women pilots have...

I don't understand the uproar. Women pilots have been around the airlines here for 30+ years, and most major airlines have significant percentages of them actively flying today, numbering in the...
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd Nov 2004, 14:54
Replies: 61
Views: 19,839
Posted By Crótalo

Not taking sides, but just for a bit of balance...

Not taking sides, but just for a bit of balance ;) there is at least one reasonable explanation for the 25-minute delay, IF they didn't notice anything unusual on landing. From touchdown and...
Forum: Military Aviation
26th Oct 2004, 19:10
Replies: 25
Views: 4,380
Posted By Crótalo

Flymia, there's a lot of good information in this...

Flymia, there's a lot of good information in this thread, if you can sort the wheat from the chaff ;)

If you want some USAF-specific information, pay good attention to what rivetjoint has said. ...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
11th Aug 2004, 17:31
Replies: 10
Views: 1,111
Posted By Crótalo

B Sousa - Will you have loads of luggage...

B Sousa -

Will you have loads of luggage with you? If not, there's a free bus service that serves certain parts of the perimeter of the airport, which puts you within easy walking distance of...
Forum: Tech Log
11th Aug 2004, 15:56
Replies: 19
Views: 3,592
Posted By Crótalo

Brajiv, I believe the answer lies in the...

Brajiv,

I believe the answer lies in the simple difference of wing design.

To put it very simply (while acknowledging the numerous variables including flap setting, weight, engine de-rate,...
Forum: Tech Log
20th Apr 2004, 18:59
Replies: 20
Views: 10,205
Posted By Crótalo

The 737 (NG versions, at least) have some...

The 737 (NG versions, at least) have some reasonably decent features for jammed controls. We have procedures for these conditions, and practice them routinely in the sim. Not having my books with...
Forum: Tech Log
19th Apr 2004, 14:20
Replies: 20
Views: 10,205
Posted By Crótalo

I have to respectfully disagree with NSF and TB,...

I have to respectfully disagree with NSF and TB, although my experience is on a NG 737 (which may be greatly different from the -200, and if so, my apologies)

I am a very average-built person,...
Forum: Tech Log
5th Jan 2004, 23:04
Replies: 52
Views: 15,876
Posted By Crótalo

Gee, Boeing MEL ... I've just searched Muppet's...

Gee, Boeing MEL ... I've just searched Muppet's post with a fine-toothed comb, and I don't find the word "obstacle" in his post anywhere. Try to expand your mind a bit and think .... hmmm...what...
Forum: Questions
1st Jan 2004, 23:36
Replies: 3
Views: 668
Posted By Crótalo

I suppose the "passengers are asleep" comment...

I suppose the "passengers are asleep" comment implies that it's an overnight flight, which is why it would be relevant. Is that correct, AT463?

Like AIRWAY said, pilots work in shifts on...
Forum: Tech Log
8th Dec 2003, 22:37
Replies: 4
Views: 1,406
Posted By Crótalo

I'm probably being a bit pedantic (sorry) but I...

I'm probably being a bit pedantic (sorry) but I wouldn't go so far to say that the expanded temp/dew point info isn't used by pilots. I've often used it during flight to detect trends which might...
Forum: Medical & Health
13th Aug 2003, 00:22
Replies: 26
Views: 2,407
Posted By Crótalo

My 2p

Gerund brings up a good point with the comment: “But, in aviation, for some perverse reason, what you can, and can't, take seems to be buried in the small print.”

Here’s one idea. Every medical...
Forum: Rumours & News
27th Jul 2003, 21:33
Replies: 63
Views: 16,298
Posted By Crótalo

Good point Nr Fairy, and perhaps I should clarify...

Good point Nr Fairy, and perhaps I should clarify that I mean no offense to LOMCEVAK, and I am not doubting his personal credibility.

I am curious though regarding the experience level of his...
Forum: Rumours & News
27th Jul 2003, 11:48
Replies: 63
Views: 16,298
Posted By Crótalo

It only sounds blood-curdling if it's true...but...

It only sounds blood-curdling if it's true...but to be honest, this "story" sounds like a load of :mad:

I'm wondering if the post is a poor attempt at trolling. :rolleyes:

Arrivals and...
Forum: Rumours & News
2nd May 2003, 01:44
Replies: 55
Views: 9,532
Posted By Crótalo

Thanks for that link, no sig. Very important...

Thanks for that link, no sig. Very important research. :ok:

Here's a small excerpt from the Executive Summary, which I will probably carry in my kitbag (to show to anyone who thinks the cell...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Apr 2003, 06:40
Replies: 275
Views: 39,550
Posted By Crótalo

Another reference to the C-130 which landed at...

Another reference to the C-130 which landed at Baghdad described the aircraft as a GIANT transport aircraft. While I admire the capabilities of the C-130, I hardly think it qualifies as a giant!
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
8th Apr 2003, 06:00
Replies: 34
Views: 3,335
Posted By Crótalo

Concerning the original question, for YWIW

I too am planning a trip to France later this month, and am very much looking forward to it, despite current events.

I have always found the French, as individuals, to be very pleasant and...
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