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Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th Oct 2012, 10:42
Replies: 61
Views: 14,013
Posted By Double Wasp

The convair "tests" also occured during some of...

The convair "tests" also occured during some of the wetest seasons on record. I am sure they were able to demonstrate their capabilities in full sitting on the ramp with no fires to fight.

...
Forum: Canada
21st Apr 2012, 00:37
Replies: 5
Views: 1,630
Posted By Double Wasp

Might not be able to help with the DC3's but I...

Might not be able to help with the DC3's but I believe Buffalo and Everts both operate the Curtiss C-46. Buffalo Airways in the NWT and Everts Air in Alaska.

Hope that helps
DW
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
25th Oct 2011, 00:06
Replies: 59
Views: 12,033
Posted By Double Wasp

Folks Aviatorhi is completely correct in...

Folks

Aviatorhi is completely correct in this whether you want to believe it or not. In North America when ever it says "Demonstrated" in the AFM this is not at limit. The only reason this...
Forum: Canada
19th Aug 2011, 01:49
Replies: 21
Views: 9,574
Posted By Double Wasp

Just Clearing up a point Willie, As...

Just Clearing up a point Willie,



As far as I am aware there were no issues with foreign pilots flying Oz registered aircraft for Tiger. Tiger (Sing) flies from SIN -PER, Tiger (Aus) flew...
Forum: Canada
7th Jul 2011, 12:13
Replies: 24
Views: 6,927
Posted By Double Wasp

I was always of the understanding that a "Frozen"...

I was always of the understanding that a "Frozen" ATPL means one has the SAMRA / SARON written then they get a type rating on a 2 crew required aircraft. On successful completion of the PPC the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Jun 2011, 15:06
Replies: 5
Views: 4,099
Posted By Double Wasp

No start date yet but interested. PM if...

No start date yet but interested.

PM if required

Thanks
DW
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Jun 2011, 09:35
Replies: 5
Views: 4,099
Posted By Double Wasp

Cobham Qantaslink B717 Roster Darwin

Hello all,

As stated, looking for an example of the B717 Roster for Darwin based crews.

Cheers
DW
Forum: Canada
22nd Oct 2010, 02:03
Replies: 6
Views: 1,189
Posted By Double Wasp

I know Yellowknife allows it, they even but snow...

I know Yellowknife allows it, they even but snow across the taxi ways for straight ski aircraft to come in with enough notice. Contacting the airport operator is the best idea as they will advise you...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
22nd Oct 2010, 01:36
Replies: 105
Views: 27,367
Posted By Double Wasp

With AC the only outfit flying YVR this route is...

With AC the only outfit flying YVR this route is underserved. I do not believe there anyone who offers a stop over in HNL, on the same itinerary. Tourist season is about to kick off in Canada in...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
11th Sep 2010, 00:55
Replies: 61
Views: 14,013
Posted By Double Wasp

Hello all, Do not look at the Convair as a...

Hello all,

Do not look at the Convair as a replacement to the ag planes or heli's. Look at them as another member of the team.

- The retardant tankers help direct fire movement by laying...
Forum: Middle East
18th Jun 2010, 12:25
Replies: 10
Views: 3,469
Posted By Double Wasp

G2BAPP, Just a couple of questions if you...

G2BAPP,

Just a couple of questions if you don't mind.

What is the rotation on the tours?

What is the salary like?

PM if required.
Forum: Canada
18th May 2010, 04:09
Replies: 3
Views: 1,556
Posted By Double Wasp

The http://www.greatcanadiantravel.com/ is a...

The http://www.greatcanadiantravel.com/ is a travel agency based in Winnipeg and specialize in travel to the Arctic, Iceland and Greenland.

DW:cool:
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
10th Nov 2009, 04:29
Replies: 112
Views: 24,336
Posted By Double Wasp

Farmer you posted just before I did, I would...

Farmer you posted just before I did,
I would like to add that these larger aircraft and scoopers should not be at the expense of the smaller tankers and helicopters. They are all needed.
I...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
10th Nov 2009, 04:18
Replies: 112
Views: 24,336
Posted By Double Wasp

Farmer, I agree that for those particular...

Farmer,
I agree that for those particular fires the Canadairs would not have been able to scoop however they can then be loaded with long term and dump same as any other tanker. Much like how the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
9th Nov 2009, 23:28
Replies: 112
Views: 24,336
Posted By Double Wasp

Hello all, First I do not want to infer that...

Hello all,

First I do not want to infer that we do not have a competent fire fighting system here in Australia. I am sure there are plenty of examples where helicopters were the most effective as...
Forum: Middle East
4th Oct 2009, 04:04
Replies: 8
Views: 2,455
Posted By Double Wasp

Hello, Could someone let me know what the...

Hello,
Could someone let me know what the ballpark pay is for fixed wing captain. A PM is fine.
Thanks
DW
Forum: Freight Dogs
8th Sep 2009, 00:21
Replies: 123
Views: 26,680
Posted By Double Wasp

Cargojet is considered the top of the ladder for...

Cargojet is considered the top of the ladder for a lot of its employees, a career job. To be flying on a '67 there you would have to be fairly senior. Have you checked the starting wages for any of...
Forum: Canada
2nd Sep 2009, 01:16
Replies: 47
Views: 13,029
Posted By Double Wasp

It is pretty easy to sit on your pedestals and...

It is pretty easy to sit on your pedestals and throw insults at people isn't it. Does it not seem funny to you that the only person on here that admits to actually be from the Amerijet is saying the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th Jun 2009, 03:53
Replies: 99
Views: 11,447
Posted By Double Wasp

I know I am wading into this discussion in the...

I know I am wading into this discussion in the late stages of it however I have to agree with remoak and RS on this. I have seen it too many times training people and flying the line with them that...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th May 2009, 13:38
Replies: 24
Views: 5,342
Posted By Double Wasp

Lineboy, Much appreciated, Thanks DW

Lineboy,
Much appreciated,
Thanks
DW
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
13th May 2009, 12:09
Replies: 24
Views: 5,342
Posted By Double Wasp

So..... Any word on pay, living conditions,...

So..... Any word on pay, living conditions, checking and training etc.
Cheers
DW
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th May 2009, 09:52
Replies: 2
Views: 901
Posted By Double Wasp

Thanks Night Beetle, I have already looked on...

Thanks Night Beetle,
I have already looked on the website and could not find the answers to the questions that I asked. I might not be looking in the right spot however. Could you tell me where...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th May 2009, 05:47
Replies: 2
Views: 901
Posted By Double Wasp

Regional Aviation / Hevilift Questions

Hi all,
A mate of mine asked me to do a little research about this operation and he is not on this forum so I thought I would ask for him. I have already performed a search and I haven't found...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
24th Mar 2009, 14:13
Replies: 41
Views: 10,046
Posted By Double Wasp

SN3 I will accept the correction regarding...

SN3
I will accept the correction regarding the loss of the Tankers, and the fact that there may be more 215's and 415's working in the US than I was aware of. It also sounds like I was wrong...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
24th Mar 2009, 07:34
Replies: 41
Views: 10,046
Posted By Double Wasp

As for my original intention I still feel tankers...

As for my original intention I still feel tankers would be a great tool for us here in Australia. While our country may be large the area where the fires are a threat is actually a relatively narrow...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
24th Mar 2009, 07:01
Replies: 41
Views: 10,046
Posted By Double Wasp

SN3 wrote: I am not trying to...

SN3 wrote:



I am not trying to pick a fight here but can you please elaborate on what I am wrong about.
As far as usage in the US there are what one group of 2 per year of 415's go to...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
23rd Mar 2009, 10:27
Replies: 41
Views: 10,046
Posted By Double Wasp

SN3 wrote. Sorry it took so long...

SN3 wrote.



Sorry it took so long to get back to ya. Have you done much work with water bombers (scoopers). I asked a friend of mine, he is the chief pilot for one of the 215 outfits in...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Mar 2009, 15:18
Replies: 41
Views: 10,046
Posted By Double Wasp

SN3 I completly agree with everything you...

SN3
I completly agree with everything you said except for the statement that water not effective. From what I understand Tankers put a line around (to contain) or accross (to direct) a fire. ...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Mar 2009, 14:55
Replies: 41
Views: 10,046
Posted By Double Wasp

I know its not as sexy as the B-26 but has anyone...

I know its not as sexy as the B-26 but has anyone looked at the DHC-8 Q400 MR that is operated by Securite Civile in France. Would probably be helpful if this situation ever comes up again.
Now...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
18th Mar 2009, 10:50
Replies: 20
Views: 2,419
Posted By Double Wasp

I would think the extension of HNL-YVR route...

I would think the extension of HNL-YVR route would work for Jet Star even if it is only seasonal considering they are nearly there anyhow.
I am just surprised, well not too surprised actually,...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
18th Mar 2009, 02:19
Replies: 20
Views: 2,419
Posted By Double Wasp

Thanks for the reply. Sorry I should have...

Thanks for the reply.
Sorry I should have been a little more specific. I am talking mid October to mid Nov. that is a little before the skiing season starts and the flight was still full, I have...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
18th Mar 2009, 01:31
Replies: 20
Views: 2,419
Posted By Double Wasp

Aussie Airlines and YVR

I am really surprised that there is not an Aussie airline offering direct or even a convenient connecting service, through Hawaii or Fiji for example, to Vancouver. Just got back from the great...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
8th Mar 2009, 12:47
Replies: 5
Views: 911
Posted By Double Wasp

Hey there, I have not specifically done this...

Hey there,
I have not specifically done this on the Beaver but have worked with a couple of other DH products off of ice and snow. For a Beaver I would say a strip length of about 300 metres is a...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
7th Feb 2009, 23:44
Replies: 48
Views: 11,553
Posted By Double Wasp

Sorry to hear folks and best of luck to all. ...

Sorry to hear folks and best of luck to all.
I know it says 200 employees but how many of those were pilots?
Once again good luck.
DW
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
3rd Apr 2008, 22:50
Replies: 19
Views: 5,074
Posted By Double Wasp

I generally use the wind direction as much as...

I generally use the wind direction as much as possible to determine turning direction at the end of runways. Turn into the wind, which helps the aircraft "swing" around therefore less power is...
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