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Forum: Rotorheads
14th Mar 2018, 10:46
Replies: 102
Views: 29,426
Posted By ScotiaQ

Engineers Ground Running

This thread could get a little hazy.

I know of 2 Engineers with PPL(H) who regularly carry out ground checks, with engine(s) running and occasionally Flight Checks.

I also know 2 professional...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Feb 2018, 13:08
Replies: 9
Views: 4,809
Posted By ScotiaQ

If you don't have a Maintenance Programme then it...

If you don't have a Maintenance Programme then it will be in Chapter 5 of the Approved Maintenance Manual. Plus , of course any extra requirements from your Airworthiness Authority.

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Jan 2018, 10:43
Replies: 4
Views: 2,643
Posted By ScotiaQ

Bo105 G-WYPA

G-BUXS is now shown as registered in the US as : N191SJ and CDBS as :

N192SJ

(Rotorspot is your friend)
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Oct 2017, 09:50
Replies: 5,684
Views: 3,665,426
Posted By ScotiaQ

I recall the PoH saying something about 23,000ft...

I recall the PoH saying something about 23,000ft max alt

"Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the obedience of fools". That maxim has done me quite well over the years.

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Sep 2017, 08:51
Replies: 1,327
Views: 373,658
Posted By ScotiaQ

I paid £750,000 for a North Sea equipped S.76A in...

I paid £750,000 for a North Sea equipped S.76A in 1981 (Jan).

At the time Art Tobey reckoned that for every helicopter Sikorsky sold to my Company, they were losing $1,000,000. My Company bought 5...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Apr 2017, 10:41
Replies: 10
Views: 2,433
Posted By ScotiaQ

Not forgetting the maintenance aspect of...

Not forgetting the maintenance aspect of helicopters. You will need, as a requirement of your AOC, a contracted Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation. Also you will need a contracted Part-M...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Mar 2017, 20:14
Replies: 7
Views: 1,711
Posted By ScotiaQ

Pity your friend didn't write both the Annual and...

Pity your friend didn't write both the Annual and ARC into the Maintenance Contract. Then he wouldn't have this problem.

As a previous ARC signatory, it makes ensuring the airworthiness of the...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Feb 2017, 13:34
Replies: 35
Views: 6,367
Posted By ScotiaQ

Yes, G-BGWP was formerly known as HB-XFD (S/No....

Yes, G-BGWP was formerly known as HB-XFD (S/No. 41)

There is also G-BTHV, one of the later Bo105s
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Jan 2017, 12:58
Replies: 2
Views: 2,479
Posted By ScotiaQ

AH 175 Customer

HeliHub.com New era on North Sea as oil company buys two H175s (http://helihub.com/2017/01/31/new-era-on-north-sea-as-oil-company-) buys-helicopters/

An interesting concept but as the article...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jan 2017, 11:39
Replies: 5,684
Views: 3,665,426
Posted By ScotiaQ

Welcome back VT.......you.ve been missed. Sq

Welcome back VT.......you.ve been missed.

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Jan 2017, 15:11
Replies: 179
Views: 31,433
Posted By ScotiaQ

On this thread and others on this Forum, the...

On this thread and others on this Forum, the question of Safety is raised in one form or another.

Isn't it the case that Safety is paramount, providing it doesn't cost too much money? I was in the...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Jan 2017, 20:30
Replies: 883
Views: 810,184
Posted By ScotiaQ

CHC Closes Bergen Base

CHC Helicopter Closes Norwegian Base

CHC Helicopter Closes Norwegian Base 17 Jan, 17, Source: HeliHub.com
CHC has had to close down their base in Bergen, Norway after losing the contract with...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Jan 2017, 13:17
Replies: 8
Views: 1,768
Posted By ScotiaQ

Underslinging

In a Company that I worked for, a Maintenance Programme was in place for all sling gear. If there is no Manufacturer's programme or requirements, then a visual inspection before use and an annual,...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Dec 2016, 10:36
Replies: 19
Views: 4,800
Posted By ScotiaQ

G or N Reg?

I note what has been said before but no-one has really addressed the Maintenance Issue. If you are on the N Reg, your Maintenance will need to be done by a Licensed A & P Engineer or an Organisation...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Nov 2016, 13:10
Replies: 5
Views: 2,225
Posted By ScotiaQ

Following the release today by the European...

Following the release today by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) of proposals to allow the return to service of Airbus Helicopters' Super Puma EC225LP and AS332L2, the UK Civil Aviation...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Nov 2016, 13:08
Replies: 5
Views: 2,225
Posted By ScotiaQ

EC 225 Still Grounded

Yep. All UK 332L2s and 225s are subject to the same UK CAA Airworthiness Directive - no flights. See message below.

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Nov 2016, 21:36
Replies: 36
Views: 12,935
Posted By ScotiaQ

Runway Blocked

It always amazes me (an overused word) but why would a HELICOPTER worry about a blocked runway on a huge airfield? It could land on the hardstanding outside the terminal building, bearing in mind how...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Oct 2016, 11:15
Replies: 17
Views: 4,904
Posted By ScotiaQ

Responsibilities

Hi EC 130 pilot. What you are doing is illegal under EASA Rules. Never mind about any tax fraud. What you are doing could result in removal of your licence. I hope that at least you have a CPL?

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Sep 2016, 13:12
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,098,612
Posted By ScotiaQ

Why don't you start the thread Eric ?

Why don't you start the thread Eric ?
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Sep 2016, 11:56
Replies: 41
Views: 26,023
Posted By ScotiaQ

The machine used to be an S61N UK Reg G-BXSN

The machine used to be an S61N UK Reg G-BXSN
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Aug 2016, 13:15
Replies: 883
Views: 810,184
Posted By ScotiaQ

Pensions

Has anyone any idea what might happen to pensions to be provided by CHC and it's sister companies and to which we have contributed?

Especially in the case of a full default i.e. no recovery from...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Aug 2016, 15:46
Replies: 12
Views: 6,541
Posted By ScotiaQ

Very sad news....as it always is, unfortunately. ...

Very sad news....as it always is, unfortunately.

I think you'll find that VF is now flying in Bhutan.

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Jul 2016, 09:12
Replies: 19
Views: 4,652
Posted By ScotiaQ

Piston Engine Restrictions

Any finite life or restrictions will, usually, only be imposed by the Manufacturer (OEM). They are usually listed in Chap. 4 of the Maintenance Manual but sometimes in Service Letters, again...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jul 2016, 20:32
Replies: 883
Views: 810,184
Posted By ScotiaQ

Need Storage?

Looks like CHC are now in the storage business. Might help the bottom line?

HeliHub CHC offers storage space for offshore helicopters...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Jul 2016, 20:20
Replies: 355
Views: 212,484
Posted By ScotiaQ

Roscoe, that may be so but Offshore personnel...

Roscoe, that may be so but Offshore personnel already regard the 225 & L2 cabin to be too small. So to get them into something smaller will require some sales talk !! If we are going to go...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Jul 2016, 13:14
Replies: 883
Views: 810,184
Posted By ScotiaQ

JDBELO You need to purchase a subscription...

JDBELO

You need to purchase a subscription to Helidata.
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Jun 2016, 13:34
Replies: 17
Views: 5,653
Posted By ScotiaQ

Yep, I can't remember the donor aircraft...

Yep, I can't remember the donor aircraft registration

The donor registration was G-AZTI S/No. 41. Just for info.

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Jun 2016, 15:38
Replies: 13
Views: 7,192
Posted By ScotiaQ

Job Losses in Aberdeen

As many as 15 pilot jobs are at risk at Bristow Helicopters in Aberdeen, with CHC Helicopter also looking at making cuts.
Bristow said it was proposing 15 redundancies, due to the "challenges the...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Apr 2016, 12:45
Replies: 52
Views: 23,444
Posted By ScotiaQ

I suppose it had to come but I have been involved...

I suppose it had to come but I have been involved with Bond since the mid 70s, it was NSH then. Through the years since then, I have worked in all areas of the Bond Group and thoroughly enjoyed it. A...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Feb 2016, 15:09
Replies: 590
Views: 205,041
Posted By ScotiaQ

I hear that was after he'd looked at the mixing...

I hear that was after he'd looked at the mixing system on the Westland WG30, which was amazing.

S.76 still a very safe aircraft though. Accidents occasionally happen, sad but true.

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Feb 2016, 10:27
Replies: 14
Views: 2,932
Posted By ScotiaQ

Very sad to hear about this. I have known Clive...

Very sad to hear about this. I have known Clive for years - an all round good egg and gentleman. RIP old friend.

Sq
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Oct 2015, 12:47
Replies: 883
Views: 810,184
Posted By ScotiaQ

I now understand that some CHC aircraft are going...

I now understand that some CHC aircraft are going into Long Term Storage. I was led to believe that all CHC aircraft were now leased. In which case why not just terminate the lease in order to stem...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Apr 2013, 12:51
Replies: 24
Views: 18,420
Posted By ScotiaQ

Air Harrods

There is a recent article on Helihub regarding the status of Air Harrods. the link is inserted below.



[URL="http://helihub.com/2013/04/09/uk-air-harrods-cannot-fly-commercially/"]
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Mar 2013, 15:07
Replies: 7
Views: 1,876
Posted By ScotiaQ

Jack Moss

Yes remember Jack well from when he flew S58Ts for Management Aviation, which became Bond Helicopters. Don't know what happened to him though.

As SAS says a real gentleman. I enjoyed working with...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Feb 2013, 20:15
Replies: 6
Views: 4,463
Posted By ScotiaQ

Only one member of the original management team...

Only one member of the original management team still standing, how long can he survive?

Sq
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