PPRuNe Forums - Search Results
PPRuNe Forums

Go Back  PPRuNe Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Wikiposts
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Search: Posts Made By: Weasel Watcher
Showing results 1 to 24 of 24
Search took 0.00 seconds.
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Jul 2022, 10:00
Replies: 20
Views: 11,935
Posted By Weasel Watcher

In the mid 1980`s there was a shuttle service...

In the mid 1980`s there was a shuttle service between Battersea and LHR operated by Virgin Helicopters with an AS 355 Twin Squirrel. It never really caught on for a number of reasons, one being that...
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd May 2020, 12:42
Replies: 610
Views: 377,506
Posted By Weasel Watcher

All these photos of Junglies swanning about in...

All these photos of Junglies swanning about in bright sunshine are all very well but doesn`t anyone have some of the real workhorse, the Wessex 3? She deserves more than a passing mention as she was...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Nov 2015, 17:02
Replies: 17
Views: 5,145
Posted By Weasel Watcher

I would like to join those paying tribute to a...

I would like to join those paying tribute to a true icon of an age in aviation when qualities such as professionalism, knowledge and experience coupled with charm and a wicked sense of humour were...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Jul 2015, 07:40
Replies: 2,913
Views: 966,298
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Could I suggest to the Moderator of all Pruners...

Could I suggest to the Moderator of all Pruners that perhaps the time has come to rationalise this particular thread into `UKSAR - the way ahead` and `Whingeing Old Crabs- the older I get the better...
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Jan 2015, 15:07
Replies: 9
Views: 2,978
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Those were the days, when life was busy and fun!...

Those were the days, when life was busy and fun! I remember dropping in for tea on the way back to Hayes many times. Bring on the reunion.
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Mar 2013, 11:42
Replies: 56
Views: 14,049
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Matters arising

1.The programme was one in a series subtitled Britain`s Flying Past. Other programmes featured the Spitfire and The Lancaster. The presenter, John Sergeant, is an aviation romantic and indulges his...
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Mar 2013, 16:40
Replies: 56
Views: 14,049
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Crab, Have you ever listened to yourself? I...

Crab,

Have you ever listened to yourself? I know P*****g and Whingeing are core subjects at Cranwell and you probably got a first class pass in both, but give it a rest now.
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Mar 2013, 17:03
Replies: 56
Views: 14,049
Posted By Weasel Watcher

You obviously missed the beginning of the...

You obviously missed the beginning of the programme. John Sergeant was quite specific that Westland had taken the Sikorsky airframe and reworked it completely, starting with the Rolls Royce Gnomes, "...
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Mar 2013, 10:52
Replies: 56
Views: 14,049
Posted By Weasel Watcher

The programme was about the Sea King, the...

The programme was about the Sea King, the introduction and development of the type. In that context, I thought the balance of the programme was absolutely correct - 59 minutes RN and i minute RAF....
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Sep 2010, 14:32
Replies: 140
Views: 21,805
Posted By Weasel Watcher

I assumed your query was intended to include the...

I assumed your query was intended to include the whole of Easaland and my comments remain the same.
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Sep 2010, 22:49
Replies: 140
Views: 21,805
Posted By Weasel Watcher

The Bristow school at Gloucester Staverton is the...

The Bristow school at Gloucester Staverton is the best by far. The attitude of the instructors is positive and encouraging, their experience levels cannot be matched and the end product is confident...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Nov 2005, 10:57
Replies: 28
Views: 9,356
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Strike Action

Any Bristow pilots contemplating strike action should first seek the advice and guidance of one of the leaders of the last Bristow strike, someone who, like it or not, now appears to be directing the...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jul 2005, 09:14
Replies: 46
Views: 14,887
Posted By Weasel Watcher

AS 355N v EC 135

As far as corporate transport is concerned the EC 135 is far from ideal. The rear seats are cramped in headroom and claustrophobic. There is a significant cabin attitude change from sitting on the...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Mar 2005, 15:47
Replies: 139
Views: 12,354
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Last call for Mr.... The assertion that the...

Last call for Mr....
The assertion that the majority of the Airprox Board is civilian is numerically correct, at the last count of 23 attendees 11 were RAF.

In recent years numerous opportunities...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Feb 2005, 18:05
Replies: 139
Views: 12,354
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Low level Conflict

Bomber Aris`s post raises once again the continuing conflict in the open FIR at low level. All users of Class G airspace under VFR have the right to expect that all other users will be making every...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Dec 2004, 15:18
Replies: 0
Views: 904
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Even More Interesting Position

For those who have not yet had a chance to catch the latest Flight International, Starspeed are looking for additional instrument rated pilots to be based at Blackbushe, near Camberley. Applicants...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Nov 2004, 17:33
Replies: 73
Views: 10,041
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Low level confliction

Fidae - Call the UK Airprox Board 0n 44 (0)1895 815125, they will be able to say whether the report has been closed.

Autorotate - On that basis you are in favour of motorways ( or highways) being...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jul 2004, 22:21
Replies: 140
Views: 21,805
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Ther is a serious shortage of instrument rated...

Ther is a serious shortage of instrument rated pilots for onshore work. Depending on type ratings there are certainly two major onshore operators who would consider an approach from a pilot holding...
Forum: Rotorheads
1st May 2004, 18:35
Replies: 9
Views: 2,997
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Helicopter crew face no charges

Scud-U-Like`s comments are rather too partisan to be able to claim a balanced approach to the debate over military low flying within UK airspace. Not many realise that the whole of the UK below...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Mar 2004, 10:55
Replies: 1
Views: 935
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Bell 430 Job Afloat

In February I requested help to find some willing candidates for a Bell 430 job based on a new yacht being built in UK to complete in about 12 months. Sadly, the post disappeared from the main forum...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Feb 2004, 03:07
Replies: 73
Views: 10,041
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Bristow helidopters v fast jets

Fox 4`s gung-ho attitude is exactly what is standing in the way of progress in seeking deconfliction at low level. He should be aware that this is not a matter of Us and Them in terms of helicopters...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Feb 2004, 03:16
Replies: 73
Views: 10,041
Posted By Weasel Watcher

BristowHelicopters v Fast Jets

It is very good to see so much informed comment from those directly involved in the low level confliction between helicopters and fast jets. One of the problems over the past years has been apathy on...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Feb 2004, 05:38
Replies: 114
Views: 11,772
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Job afloat!

PPRUNE FAN#1 has very helpfully started a new thread (See below - 15 Feb). The discussion which was provoked by his reservations about a low-time / inexperienced pilot applying for the type of job...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Feb 2004, 05:30
Replies: 73
Views: 10,041
Posted By Weasel Watcher

Helicopters v Fast Jets

Some thoughts on the above:

1. The near miss occurred in the open FIR Class G airspace so both parties had a perfect right to be there.

2. The UK Airprox Board will invariably discount the...
Showing results 1 to 24 of 24


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.