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Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Dec 2006, 12:45
Replies: 1,119
Views: 339,365
Posted By munchkins

Danger You must be referring to the one and only Ernst...

You must be referring to the one and only Ernst (Ernie) Maas. You're right, he was/is a piece of work. Rumor has it Maas bought into a helicopter company out in Western Canada, something to do with...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Dec 2006, 15:20
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,406
Posted By munchkins

Stacey, I can't believe you think working for ADA...

Stacey, I can't believe you think working for ADA is "safe employment". The last couple of hundred people that had their a$$es fired thought so as well. I guess under the circumstances it's the...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Nov 2006, 04:57
Replies: 1,119
Views: 339,365
Posted By munchkins

Spinney being sarcastic.....never! He's been in...

Spinney being sarcastic.....never! He's been in the Gulf off and on since the late '70's and definately has his fingers on the pulse. However, ADA do have a number of VFR pilots working in Iran. Ex...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Nov 2006, 05:32
Replies: 103
Views: 69,898
Posted By munchkins

I too worked for Cal at ADA years ago. He's a...

I too worked for Cal at ADA years ago. He's a great guy, a very good pilot and was good at his job as the CP. He and Mike B made an excellent team au contraire to the current one.

FAS have Cal on...
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Oct 2006, 02:20
Replies: 72
Views: 18,896
Posted By munchkins

The ex-chief pilot for a Middle East helicopter...

The ex-chief pilot for a Middle East helicopter company signed a training bond 6 months after he had been to the AB139 ground school course in Italy and was duly licensed on the aircraft. Rumour has...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Jul 2006, 15:12
Replies: 19
Views: 2,166
Posted By munchkins

Hey Spinny, if the money isn't enough, why do you...

Hey Spinny, if the money isn't enough, why do you keep coming back to the ME for more??
Munch Munch
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
14th Jul 2006, 05:32
Replies: 46
Views: 51,730
Posted By munchkins

Posting Images

Hi BOAC,
Many thanks for your instructions. The only problem I have is that there is no IMG icon/drop down menu above the text box. Do you have any idea as to why?
Cheers
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Jun 2006, 11:36
Replies: 42
Views: 24,915
Posted By munchkins

Maybe you could save yourself some $$$ by going...

Maybe you could save yourself some $$$ by going to the Middle East and getting a rating from either Aero Gulf in Dubai, Gulf Helis in Doha or Abu Dhabi Aviation in Abu Dhabi.
Then you can spend a...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Jun 2006, 13:48
Replies: 2,408
Views: 1,121,601
Posted By munchkins

I've landed a couple of times on the Burj Al Arab...

I've landed a couple of times on the Burj Al Arab helipad. Best get yourself into wind on final and be prepared for some turbulance if the wind is from the northwest, which puts you on the lee side...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Jun 2006, 13:48
Replies: 5,672
Views: 4,591,181
Posted By munchkins

I've landed a couple of times on the Burj Al Arab...

I've landed a couple of times on the Burj Al Arab helipad. Best get yourself into wind on final and be prepared for some turbulance if the wind is from the northwest, which puts you on the lee side...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th May 2006, 10:58
Replies: 6
Views: 1,544
Posted By munchkins

Spelling probally wrong. Hey Stacey, you got...

Spelling probally wrong.
Hey Stacey, you got the probally wrong right.
Munch Munch
Forum: Rotorheads
29th May 2006, 10:34
Replies: 209
Views: 49,613
Posted By munchkins

Too bad more helicopter pilots couldn't have...

Too bad more helicopter pilots couldn't have received mountain flying instruction from John Kennedy, ex Highland Helicopters Base Manager from Castlegar, BC. IMO he was not only an excellent mountain...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th May 2006, 10:21
Replies: 13
Views: 3,323
Posted By munchkins

SPINWING Having re-read this thread I have come...

SPINWING
Having re-read this thread I have come to the deduction that you are working for a company that is moving up a notch or two by introducing a new type into their fleet? IMHO, you as a...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th May 2006, 06:05
Replies: 13
Views: 3,323
Posted By munchkins

Spinwing, first a few questions. 1. Did you...

Spinwing, first a few questions.
1. Did you sign a contract with your employer, and if so was there any mention of training bonds at that time?
2. What is the amount of the bond and over what...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd May 2006, 04:23
Replies: 95
Views: 17,549
Posted By munchkins

Hey Spacey, if you're such a "good Engineer" why...

Hey Spacey, if you're such a "good Engineer" why don't you chime in with your version?
Munch Munch
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2006, 09:13
Replies: 1,304
Views: 593,741
Posted By munchkins

First thing is not to feel sorry for your...

First thing is not to feel sorry for your engineer. His job is to ensure that the 206 strapped to your a$$ is 100% airworthy. If you can hear noises coming from the swashplate/uniball, get your...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2006, 08:48
Replies: 1,304
Views: 593,741
Posted By munchkins

Now you have confused me. You say the cyclic...

Now you have confused me. You say the cyclic isn't stiff at any stage with the hydrauilcs on and then mention the problem is worse after about 40 minutes of flight time??
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2006, 08:27
Replies: 1,304
Views: 593,741
Posted By munchkins

I have seen the teflon on the uniball worn to the...

I have seen the teflon on the uniball worn to the point of bear metal. This was due to incorrect adjustments to the shim pack. The shims are "pealable" and it's very easy to peal more from one side...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2006, 08:06
Replies: 1,304
Views: 593,741
Posted By munchkins

Normal wear and tear requires the uniball to be...

Normal wear and tear requires the uniball to be checked for "breakaway" and the shims adjusted accordingly. If this procedure has been done recently, you could experience a stiff cyclic with the...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Feb 2006, 14:32
Replies: 1,887
Views: 1,110,110
Posted By munchkins

Yeah, you're right. It's the A139 now. I'm not...

Yeah, you're right. It's the A139 now. I'm not too sure if that is official or not though. I suspect it is. Bell left the "show" with Agusta late last year. Our helicopter has AB139 plastered on each...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Jan 2006, 14:21
Replies: 1,887
Views: 1,110,110
Posted By munchkins

I checked again with the Agusta rep re: the...

I checked again with the Agusta rep re: the availability of the space between the main fuel tanks for cargo and was told there is no restriction despite a placard "NO LOAD AREA" and an arrow pointing...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Jan 2006, 08:48
Replies: 1,887
Views: 1,110,110
Posted By munchkins

The MGW has recently been increased to 6400 KG's...

The MGW has recently been increased to 6400 KG's and Agusta is hoping for certification at 7000 KG's. There doesn't appear to be a date established when the 7K is going to be approved. Apparently...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jan 2006, 16:26
Replies: 1,887
Views: 1,110,110
Posted By munchkins

120 sq. ft. optional baggage hold? If you're...

120 sq. ft. optional baggage hold? If you're thinking about using the space between the main fuel tanks where the aux. tank is located, think again. There is a placard there indicating that no...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jan 2006, 16:16
Replies: 1,887
Views: 1,110,110
Posted By munchkins

The placard in the baggage compartment of the 139...

The placard in the baggage compartment of the 139 I flew today said;
"Maximum Load 200KG"
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Nov 2005, 14:41
Replies: 1,119
Views: 339,365
Posted By munchkins

Bitmonx. The chief pilot at ADA is John Hanley....

Bitmonx. The chief pilot at ADA is John Hanley. The best way to get in touch with him is by logging on to their web site at:www.adaviation.com Matter of fact I understand that ADA prefer on-line...
Forum: Middle East
25th Oct 2005, 14:30
Replies: 16
Views: 5,848
Posted By munchkins

Ha! Ha!! SO funny!!

Ha! Ha!! SO funny!!
Forum: Middle East
18th Oct 2005, 20:02
Replies: 16
Views: 5,848
Posted By munchkins

Golden days of the expat in UAE are long gone. ...

Golden days of the expat in UAE are long gone. Prices have risen astronomically in the past 2 years. Rents have gone up 30% in the last 18 months and still rising. Gas up 31% and the general cost...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Sep 2005, 06:18
Replies: 130
Views: 33,584
Posted By munchkins

Cyclic Hotline: I couldn't agree with you more....

Cyclic Hotline: I couldn't agree with you more. Well done.
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Sep 2005, 11:22
Replies: 130
Views: 33,584
Posted By munchkins

It's a sad time when our industry is involved in...

It's a sad time when our industry is involved in such an unfortunate accident where many innocent lives have been lost and families torn apart forever. Could this have prevented? Sure. Shut down the...
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Sep 2005, 06:52
Replies: 1,119
Views: 339,365
Posted By munchkins

Rumour has it that Steve Mc has thrown in the...

Rumour has it that Steve Mc has thrown in the towel at Gulf Helis. Something to do with the locals being promoted into the key Mgmt. positions?? It appears their maintenance isn't getting any better.
Forum: Cabin Crew
13th Nov 2004, 02:24
Replies: 2
Views: 2,725
Posted By munchkins

Thumbs up Go for it gal! Dubai is a happening place and you...

Go for it gal! Dubai is a happening place and you are young and ambitious and will do well. If the boyfriend really loves you he will follow you. Great opportunity - grasp it by the horns.
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