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Forum: Tech Log
28th Jun 2005, 14:54
Replies: 4
Views: 1,393
Posted By Busdrvr

Yes, you can autoland on a Cat1 runway. We have...

Yes, you can autoland on a Cat1 runway. We have approval to do it at our two hubs, since they have no Cat2/3 approaches. The company had to do this so we could keep the aircraft current for Cat Ops
Forum: Tech Log
27th Apr 2005, 15:08
Replies: 9
Views: 1,596
Posted By Busdrvr

We carry both the FM (we call volume 1), and the...

We carry both the FM (we call volume 1), and the weight and balance (volume 2). Oddly enough, about 8 months ago the company started removing all the FM's from the aircraft, but the crews started to...
Forum: Questions
20th May 2004, 03:48
Replies: 6
Views: 1,038
Posted By Busdrvr

Which FMS system do you operate? I flew the 135...

Which FMS system do you operate? I flew the 135 and 145 for a couple of years, equipped with the dual Universal system, and never experienced a problem like you describe.
Forum: Questions
12th May 2004, 19:41
Replies: 12
Views: 5,394
Posted By Busdrvr

An interesting observation! I have been on the...

An interesting observation! I have been on the 319/320 for about five years now. I have also flown other type jets, and I can't say I have really noticed any real difference in the time to roll, for...
Forum: Questions
8th May 2004, 18:42
Replies: 11
Views: 1,504
Posted By Busdrvr

Boeing uses "7" or variation of seven, in all...

Boeing uses "7" or variation of seven, in all their aircraft. It was for luck. I beleve it was William Boeing who was the one that this tradition harkins back to.
ie. B-52, 5+2=7
Forum: Tech Log
26th Apr 2004, 03:14
Replies: 29
Views: 18,959
Posted By Busdrvr

7E7 said; "Have flown the 320 series for 6...

7E7 said;
"Have flown the 320 series for 6 years and 4000 hours and always found the A/THR does a great job in all types of weather.

Airbus recomends using the A/THR in turbulence and the...
Forum: Rumours & News
6th Apr 2004, 05:30
Replies: 6
Views: 2,465
Posted By Busdrvr

#2 bearing failure is the rumour. We have had a...

#2 bearing failure is the rumour. We have had a few inflight shutdows due to this problem. As well as an ops bulliten to breif the required proceedures.
Forum: Tech Log
17th Mar 2004, 04:07
Replies: 8
Views: 2,828
Posted By Busdrvr

I flew the Saab. It was an ok aircraft, but there...

I flew the Saab. It was an ok aircraft, but there are much better turboprops than the 340. As for the Brasillia, it has an APU making it a step up from the Saab.
Forum: Questions
14th Mar 2004, 21:49
Replies: 2
Views: 1,161
Posted By Busdrvr

The thrust is adjustable between min and max.

The thrust is adjustable between min and max.
Forum: Tech Log
12th Mar 2004, 11:28
Replies: 18
Views: 7,582
Posted By Busdrvr

We had one case not too long ago when a crew was...

We had one case not too long ago when a crew was pushing back the Captain set the brake when he was cleared to start engine. He said he was reaching for the engine start switch (above the brake, but...
Forum: Questions
1st Mar 2004, 10:12
Replies: 19
Views: 2,810
Posted By Busdrvr

The most common problem I have seen with people...

The most common problem I have seen with people moving into the Bus, is the expectation of a "normal" feedback from it. The Airbus is not designed to be hand flown, so the feedback from the stick, is...
Forum: Questions
26th Feb 2004, 02:39
Replies: 9
Views: 1,066
Posted By Busdrvr

Tom: From your post I can tell you, I would...

Tom:
From your post I can tell you, I would rather fly the rest of my career with JW411, than one leg with you. When you do make it to the stage in you career to interview for a position in an...
Forum: Questions
26th Feb 2004, 02:17
Replies: 3
Views: 1,134
Posted By Busdrvr

I fly the 319/320, and it has the regular two...

I fly the 319/320, and it has the regular two plug system.
Forum: Middle East
25th Feb 2004, 05:31
Replies: 2
Views: 1,237
Posted By Busdrvr

You can also contact Contract Air. They are...

You can also contact Contract Air. They are actively recruiting crews for Qatar. I know they are looking for people to interview in March. If you want you can send me a PM and I can give you the name...
Forum: Tech Log
24th Feb 2004, 02:25
Replies: 18
Views: 3,608
Posted By Busdrvr

Oddly enough it doesn't make much sense to me...

Oddly enough it doesn't make much sense to me either, why we select EO clear while single engine. It was explained that the software does not perform correctly ???.....
It doesn't seem like a very...
Forum: Tech Log
22nd Feb 2004, 12:17
Replies: 18
Views: 3,608
Posted By Busdrvr

When performing a flaps 3, single engine approach...

When performing a flaps 3, single engine approach we select the EO clear and the config 3, both.
Forum: Questions
16th Feb 2004, 10:32
Replies: 5
Views: 1,473
Posted By Busdrvr

You should see some approaches when they set you...

You should see some approaches when they set you up for the visual to rwy 01, then switch you to rwy 33 at the last moment.
Forum: Tech Log
15th Feb 2004, 06:02
Replies: 4
Views: 2,344
Posted By Busdrvr

Saw a B757 drop the rat just after take off in...

Saw a B757 drop the rat just after take off in DFW. I'm not familiar with the systems on the 75', but the crew didn't seem too worried. They informed tower the needed to return to land, but declared...
Forum: Questions
15th Feb 2004, 05:46
Replies: 5
Views: 1,473
Posted By Busdrvr

No the visual approach does not need to be hand...

No the visual approach does not need to be hand flown. But is does require a lot of changes on the FCU (auotpilot). In some cases it is easier to hand fly it, and let the non-flying pilot work the...
Forum: Middle East
7th Feb 2004, 06:46
Replies: 168
Views: 30,546
Posted By Busdrvr

ibha: Where were you b4 GF. I'm wondering...

ibha:

Where were you b4 GF. I'm wondering how it effects your perspective about GF. I have my app in there, so I'm trying to get a feel for the place.
Forum: Middle East
7th Feb 2004, 04:52
Replies: 14
Views: 2,867
Posted By Busdrvr

Believe it or not, I was called today to come...

Believe it or not, I was called today to come interview with QR. I told them I would let them know on Monday, if I could make it. Now, after reading this post. I guess I know what to tell them. Does...
Forum: Questions
2nd Feb 2004, 03:37
Replies: 5
Views: 1,563
Posted By Busdrvr

There are several CPIP's (models) for the airbus...

There are several CPIP's (models) for the airbus family. We fly 3 diffrent CPIP's. But when we train for GPWS procreedures our flow is go TOGA, then hand to the speedbrake handle to ensure retraction.
Forum: Questions
2nd Feb 2004, 00:35
Replies: 3
Views: 770
Posted By Busdrvr

Flew the 135 and 145 for a couple of years. Did...

Flew the 135 and 145 for a couple of years. Did not seem to have any excess expenses then any other aircraft I have flown.
Forum: Questions
2nd Feb 2004, 00:29
Replies: 5
Views: 1,563
Posted By Busdrvr

Selecting TOGA does not stow the spoilers on the...

Selecting TOGA does not stow the spoilers on the 319/320, while in flight. It does give you an ECAM message reminding you to stow them. However, as to the go-around question, because the spoilers...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
29th Jan 2004, 22:18
Replies: 0
Views: 602
Posted By Busdrvr

Sri Lanka Airlines information

Hey All:
I just got called to come interview for a A320 slot with Sri Lanka.
I don't really know anything about the company, living conditions, or the interview process. I have a wife and 2 boys,...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
29th Jan 2004, 22:15
Replies: 0
Views: 828
Posted By Busdrvr

Sri Lanka Airlines interview

Hey All:
I just got called to come interview for a A320 slot with Sri Lanka.
I don't really know anything about the company, living conditions, or the interview process. I have a wife and 2 boys,...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
28th Jan 2004, 12:59
Replies: 2
Views: 1,139
Posted By Busdrvr

Thanx for the info Typhoon. Are you flying in the...

Thanx for the info Typhoon. Are you flying in the area?
Forum: ATC Issues
27th Jan 2004, 12:37
Replies: 18
Views: 1,450
Posted By Busdrvr

I am not sure requirments in other places. But,...

I am not sure requirments in other places. But, in the US, flying part 121, we have the route to our alternate filed. ATC also has this, so they know your intentions. I don't know if this is the same...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
27th Jan 2004, 12:28
Replies: 2
Views: 1,139
Posted By Busdrvr

Expat lifestyle at CAL

Hey All:

I have my app in at CAL. Before I commit to anything I was hoping to find out about life in Taipai. Are there schools I can get my sons into? And what is living like there for families?...
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