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Forum: Rotorheads
6th Feb 2010, 07:45
Replies: 7
Views: 1,092
Posted By Leftpedal

When we have been operating along coastal areas...

When we have been operating along coastal areas we usually hose down the blades for a couple of minutes on landing (power on). Other than that and regular inspections I dont know of anything...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jan 2010, 07:54
Replies: 33
Views: 4,330
Posted By Leftpedal

-272.15 You are entitled to your views...

-272.15



You are entitled to your views as I and others are entitled to theirs. That is one of the priviledges people enjoy in the UK. Why should anyone leave the country simply because they...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Dec 2009, 08:39
Replies: 151
Views: 58,208
Posted By Leftpedal

If there are (as we are often warned) any REAL...

If there are (as we are often warned) any REAL journalists browsing this forum perhaps they could follow up this story - otherwise if any members know a reputable hack please bring this to their...
Forum: African Aviation
3rd Aug 2009, 01:00
Replies: 5
Views: 2,938
Posted By Leftpedal

I'm sure this has been discussed before, many...

I'm sure this has been discussed before, many times, but my 2cents;
The standard of training varies a lot. Some instructors are ex-military with combat experience (although not in the R22!), some...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jun 2009, 21:44
Replies: 8
Views: 1,241
Posted By Leftpedal

What about surgery? I seem to remember that...

What about surgery? I seem to remember that having some types of surgery on your eyes made you ineligible for flying but I'm not sure if this includes more modern, laser surgery. Does it? Also,...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Jun 2009, 19:24
Replies: 13
Views: 1,530
Posted By Leftpedal

Errrm............ meaning what, exactly? ...

Errrm............ meaning what, exactly?

You'd never guess aeroporos was doing an MBA would you? It's all Greek to me.
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Mar 2009, 14:26
Replies: 39
Views: 27,221
Posted By Leftpedal

In Seff Effrika you get 350 - 400 Rand per hour. ...

In Seff Effrika you get 350 - 400 Rand per hour. That's about Twenty - twenty three pounds. Or 3 and a half - 4 cases of beer.....
Forum: African Aviation
21st Feb 2009, 10:57
Replies: 38
Views: 6,472
Posted By Leftpedal

It seems that passengers luggage is handled...

It seems that passengers luggage is handled differently to that of the crew. Why not treat them all the same - i.e. make everyone pick up their luggage before going through customs? This would...
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Jan 2009, 11:36
Replies: 9
Views: 2,388
Posted By Leftpedal

So do they usually fly that 300 with 2 people on...

So do they usually fly that 300 with 2 people on board ? Must be pretty close to MAUW, no?
Forum: African Aviation
8th Nov 2008, 09:43
Replies: 2
Views: 1,402
Posted By Leftpedal

It happened yesterday anyway! From the "Daily...

It happened yesterday anyway! From the "Daily Dispatch" 2008/11/08:

"Passengers of 1 Time flight 1T 607 from East London to Cape Town were forced to disembark from the aircraft after it went off...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jun 2008, 08:55
Replies: 29
Views: 4,283
Posted By Leftpedal

Blue tack? In 1969?

Blue tack? In 1969?
Forum: African Aviation
1st Jun 2008, 07:19
Replies: 16
Views: 2,083
Posted By Leftpedal

Saw the amateur cameraman's footage on telly this...

Saw the amateur cameraman's footage on telly this morning. I think they said there were no serious injuries from the helicopter but I'm not sure about the bakkie driver. They also said the aircraft...
Forum: African Aviation
10th Mar 2008, 13:27
Replies: 13
Views: 3,381
Posted By Leftpedal

A lot of the schools mentioned are full! I have...

A lot of the schools mentioned are full! I have heard of students being turned away by those honest enough to admit this, and also heard of students leaving after being repeatedly 'bumped' off...
Forum: African Aviation
16th Feb 2008, 09:06
Replies: 29
Views: 3,862
Posted By Leftpedal

Not quite pax but a mate of mine went to America...

Not quite pax but a mate of mine went to America and told someone there that he was from South Africa. The reply - "Where's that then?". (He pointed out to them that the clue is in the name, but...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Feb 2008, 08:25
Replies: 33
Views: 3,778
Posted By Leftpedal

Some great advice here! My favourite; "Rule...

Some great advice here!

My favourite; "Rule number 1 - Do Not Fcuk Up"

PS - Brian, I saw a sign in a bar once that read, "In God we trust - everyone else pays cash"
Forum: African Aviation
26th Sep 2007, 11:24
Replies: 6
Views: 1,205
Posted By Leftpedal

I managed it but it wasn't easy. You cannot work...

I managed it but it wasn't easy. You cannot work while waiting for your application to be processed which kills off most applicants. My application took 5 or 6 months and most employers will find a...
Forum: African Aviation
18th Jul 2007, 14:46
Replies: 43
Views: 9,120
Posted By Leftpedal

English tests for South African pilots

Thought it was on PPrune that I first heard this rumour but can't find the thread now, despite my (inexpert) use of the search function. Anyone got any more details?
Forum: African Aviation
18th Jul 2007, 14:32
Replies: 222
Views: 32,688
Posted By Leftpedal

fixed wing or helicopter?

fixed wing or helicopter?
Forum: African Aviation
23rd Jun 2007, 11:09
Replies: 3
Views: 1,086
Posted By Leftpedal

Local news reports 2 injured in an R44 crash "on...

Local news reports 2 injured in an R44 crash "on the N2 highway".

APPARENTLY (I.E. I'm repeating a rumour) it was a Netstar chopper that hit a pole (presumably a streetlight) on final for the pad...
Forum: African Aviation
4th May 2007, 13:59
Replies: 82
Views: 12,285
Posted By Leftpedal

It can pay off - eventually - if you persist. ...

It can pay off - eventually - if you persist. Someone once said "luck is when preparation meets with opportunity" and with that in mind, you need luck too.

I also spent about R250,000 getting my...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Apr 2007, 10:31
Replies: 12
Views: 3,167
Posted By Leftpedal

What is the latest on the condition of the two...

What is the latest on the condition of the two pilots? And who was the unidentified pilot who pulled them from the aircraft? He/she may have saved their lives - well done.
Forum: African Aviation
15th Feb 2007, 09:51
Replies: 31
Views: 3,198
Posted By Leftpedal

Hmmm... only 2 posts from pilotsgirl eh? I smell...

Hmmm... only 2 posts from pilotsgirl eh? I smell ANOTHER rat!
Convince us that you're genuine by posting a picture of yourself feeling a tit.
Forum: African Aviation
12th Feb 2007, 06:30
Replies: 4
Views: 1,465
Posted By Leftpedal

Goodbye Roux & God bless. LP

Goodbye Roux & God bless.

LP
Forum: African Aviation
30th Dec 2006, 13:58
Replies: 4
Views: 1,135
Posted By Leftpedal

Hi Jay Bo & congratulations on your new CPL. ...

Hi Jay Bo & congratulations on your new CPL. Your post doesnt give many details, but if you have an R44 and night rating, try NAC Helicopters in Durban, Johannesburg or Cape Town. They have the...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Nov 2006, 07:48
Replies: 333
Views: 111,748
Posted By Leftpedal

At the risk of going off thread, how many...

At the risk of going off thread, how many wannabees out there are prepared to work overseas? I did my training in South Africa and loved the place so much I decided to stay. It wasn't easy getting...
Forum: African Aviation
26th Nov 2005, 08:38
Replies: 32
Views: 2,333
Posted By Leftpedal

Hmmmm... payback's a bitch isn't it? The...

Hmmmm... payback's a bitch isn't it?

The whole 'empowerment' issue is clearly an emotive one, but ask yourself this question;

If you are ill, do you want to be treated by the best Doctor...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Nov 2005, 08:07
Replies: 14
Views: 1,430
Posted By Leftpedal

Jemax - I agree with your explanation, but I...

Jemax - I agree with your explanation, but I think that the examiners would be looking for 'gyroscopic precession' rather than 'inertia of the blade'.

Good luck with your exams,

LP
Forum: Medical & Health
2nd Nov 2005, 12:52
Replies: 33
Views: 3,154
Posted By Leftpedal

I took doxycycline for 2 months when in...

I took doxycycline for 2 months when in Mozambique and broke a tooth on a piece of not very hard bread after 5 or 6 weeks so perhaps it's true that antibiotics are very bad for your teeth &...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Oct 2005, 13:11
Replies: 19
Views: 1,505
Posted By Leftpedal

When I was about your nephew's age I was given a...

When I was about your nephew's age I was given a toy called a 'Verti-Bird' - basically a toy helicopter on a cable attached to a central revolving hub. You could hover it, fly it backwards &...
Forum: Medical & Health
18th Oct 2005, 09:58
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By Leftpedal

Geraldn I think they have a pretty good look at...

Geraldn I think they have a pretty good look at your whole body, eyes, ears, heart, lungs, etc. Maybe your prostate too if your luck is in.....
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
12th Oct 2005, 13:41
Replies: 35
Views: 4,156
Posted By Leftpedal

Going completely off thread here, but I remember...

Going completely off thread here, but I remember a comedian (can't remember who) who, when asked by his careers teacher what he wanted to do for a living, replied earnestly, "become a careers...
Forum: African Aviation
12th Oct 2005, 11:07
Replies: 27
Views: 3,797
Posted By Leftpedal

Bonedome has "Captain R...... B....." printed on...

Bonedome has "Captain R...... B....." printed on his business cards so maybe you're right journeyman.....
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Oct 2005, 13:59
Replies: 77
Views: 21,688
Posted By Leftpedal

Against my better judgement I did leaflet...

Against my better judgement I did leaflet dropping from a R44 once. We managed okay but a fixed wing doing the same thing got a bunch of them stuck in the (elevators?) and had to quit.
Forum: African Aviation
14th Sep 2005, 10:54
Replies: 11
Views: 1,531
Posted By Leftpedal

Hi Smokechaser You fixed wing or helicopter?

Hi Smokechaser

You fixed wing or helicopter?
Forum: African Aviation
9th Sep 2005, 10:01
Replies: 18
Views: 3,868
Posted By Leftpedal

South African matric

I'll probably get lots of different answers, but....

What is the equivalent, UK qualification to a South African matric? 'O' levels (Now called GCSE's I think)? 'A' levels? And how many?
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