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Forum: Terms and Endearment
10th Dec 2019, 17:58
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,115,259
Posted By Underdog

If you are junior - then Part-Time is the only...

If you are junior - then Part-Time is the only way to have a semblance of family life - it will (if on a Right To Request contract) guarantee you a weekend at home once a month.

In theory, you...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
10th Dec 2019, 17:44
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,115,259
Posted By Underdog

That is an urban myth - and not wholly accurate -...

That is an urban myth - and not wholly accurate - in fact, not accurate at all. Just like a lot of the internet, if someone repeats something often enough, it becomes truth - no matter how wrong it...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
21st Apr 2019, 09:11
Replies: 12
Views: 6,579
Posted By Underdog

We have recently taken on guys that have flown...

We have recently taken on guys that have flown things like the ATR and Dash series of turboprops directly on to LH types - seems to be a relaxing of the regs under EASA, allowing these lighter types...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
21st Apr 2019, 08:05
Replies: 31
Views: 28,166
Posted By Underdog

Even this fleet isn’t all roses. Several recent...

Even this fleet isn’t all roses. Several recent joiners have left for greener pastures, being unable to get a weekend off, other than leave.

...and next year the -10s arrive, with no crew rest...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
20th Apr 2019, 13:20
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,115,259
Posted By Underdog

There is no bond per-se at BA (though SSP Pilot’s...

There is no bond per-se at BA (though SSP Pilot’s do pay circa £18K for an Airbus type rating I believe.

The only part-time contracts that have been awarded this year are for compassionate reasons...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
14th Apr 2012, 09:46
Replies: 250
Views: 94,732
Posted By Underdog

Humble apologies

To all in BMI that I offended with my original post asking for confirmation of this terrible news. It has been pointed out to me that the way in which I sought confirmation or otherwise was somewhat...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
13th Apr 2012, 07:37
Replies: 250
Views: 94,732
Posted By Underdog

Jazzy, Sadly, you are right; just seen that...

Jazzy,

Sadly, you are right; just seen that it's MAN & EDI too!

Our thoughts are with all those in BMI. Still don't know what's happening wrt Baby and Regional though. Fingers crossed for all...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
12th Apr 2012, 21:42
Replies: 250
Views: 94,732
Posted By Underdog

Sadly not a troll!

Jox,

Nope, not a troll - just been confirmed on our union forum.

You'll note that I've not posted on PPRUNE for a few years, as I can't stand the claptrap that frequently spouts forth from...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
12th Apr 2012, 16:43
Replies: 250
Views: 94,732
Posted By Underdog

BMI mainline pilots made redundant?

Don't want to scaremonger - but just heard that all BMI bases other than LHR to close. Included in this is Belfast - I believe the pilots based there are mainline crew, but they too have been given...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
15th Jan 2012, 22:03
Replies: 220
Views: 100,018
Posted By Underdog

Generally, you'd do 5 years of SH as an FO before...

Generally, you'd do 5 years of SH as an FO before being able to bid for LH (assuming taken on to SH initially). SH commands (excluding LGW) in recent years have been available at around the 10 year...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
26th Mar 2009, 22:19
Replies: 36
Views: 5,578
Posted By Underdog

Came across this thread by accident - just been...

Came across this thread by accident - just been Googling what it'd take to renew my QFI rating and SEP stuff before that (it's not called QFI now I believe, which shows how long I've been out of G/A...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
23rd Feb 2009, 16:50
Replies: 161
Views: 79,341
Posted By Underdog

Spoilers Yellow

You got that right - stay where you are......

Year 11 Airbus Captain with BA

Take home between £4500-£5100 per month - left the '400 just over a year ago and regretting it ever since.

SH...
Forum: Rumours & News
12th Jan 2006, 18:48
Replies: 68
Views: 19,958
Posted By Underdog

Grrr Re: Engine fire, EDI

puddle....,

You must be the one kidding right?

I haven't posted here for years, but just have to answer your post. :*

As far as we know the fire detection system didn't activate, and even...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
6th May 2004, 14:40
Replies: 230
Views: 64,203
Posted By Underdog

Thumbs down Always worth a try; although I know of none that...

Always worth a try; although I know of none that have succeeded. In the past, they (BA) seemed to want people to 'earn their spurs' elsewhere, before being allowed near any of their nice (definitely...
Forum: Rumours & News
5th May 2004, 13:45
Replies: 43
Views: 17,545
Posted By Underdog

Question Rats jumping ship?

Just received an email from BA saying that Captain Alan Stealey (Chief Pilot Longhaul aka General Manager) is resigning and is taking up post as Vice President Flight Ops. at Emirates.

Should we...
Forum: Rumours & News
4th Apr 2004, 04:01
Replies: 60
Views: 18,442
Posted By Underdog



Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
15th Mar 2004, 13:03
Replies: 43
Views: 10,044
Posted By Underdog

Angel I have tears rolling down my face as I write...

I have tears rolling down my face as I write this. I'm at a loss as to what to say - the tears say it all.

It was my privelege to have worked with and for Glen in the past; his enthusiasm and...
Forum: Rumours & News
3rd Oct 2001, 00:15
Replies: 76
Views: 4,712
Posted By Underdog

Cool OK, I know I shouldn't bite, and really this...

OK, I know I shouldn't bite, and really this isn't having a go at anyone in particular - but....

If I, or I suspect many of us, recent joiners to BA had suspected that the CFE contract had the...
Forum: Rumours & News
20th Sep 2001, 17:18
Replies: 63
Views: 4,997
Posted By Underdog

Unhappy Despite record passenger figures (and finally...

Despite record passenger figures (and finally making money) for August, the Bank of Scotland pulled its backing for Gill Air. This has caused Gill to cease trading.

A typical knee-jerk reaction...
Forum: Rumours & News
5th Sep 2001, 13:24
Replies: 73
Views: 5,186
Posted By Underdog

Cool Pontius, Right On!!! ;) , Underdog ...

Pontius,

Right On!!! ;) ,

Underdog :cool:
Forum: Rumours & News
10th Aug 2001, 23:14
Replies: 23
Views: 2,048
Posted By Underdog

Angry Bourbon & Lee, Haven't read the letter yet...

Bourbon & Lee,

Haven't read the letter yet so can't comment on this individuals attitude. (The firelighter only publishes flight-crews letters if it will embarrass them in some way.)

I do,...
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd Jul 2001, 17:51
Replies: 50
Views: 4,653
Posted By Underdog

Cool Paladini, 3000hrs at 250ft and 480kts -...

Paladini,

3000hrs at 250ft and 480kts - You're still alive - and complaining?! :D

Only teasing, honest ;)

ATB

Underdog :cool:
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