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Forum: Rotorheads
9th Jan 2012, 13:33
Replies: 40
Views: 7,569
Posted By loachboy

In Summary ? - And One way pads.

Firstly here's my 2 cents worth.

Not to be too nit picky,

[email protected]

The Journalist mentions 4 people inside the helicopter.

Torqutalk
Forum: The Caribbean and Latin America
24th Feb 2010, 05:14
Replies: 2
Views: 1,207
Posted By loachboy

Helicopter Pilots

Hi all,

I am interesed to hear from any Helicopter pilots from foreign countries that have managed to secure a job in Brazil.

I am approaching 1000 hours and am interested in trying my luck.
...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Dec 2007, 08:08
Replies: 14
Views: 3,371
Posted By loachboy

Thumbs up Thanks to all.

Thanks to all that replied.
Much appreciate.
Take it easy all.
Loachy
:p
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Dec 2007, 22:25
Replies: 14
Views: 3,371
Posted By loachboy

Long Lining...

yeah thanks Gordy, we would just call it 'Long Lining' here.

Cheers mate.

Loachy

:ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Dec 2007, 21:37
Replies: 14
Views: 3,371
Posted By loachboy

Vertical Reference

G'day all,
Just a quick question,

What does the term 'Vertical Reference' mean ?
Is it a rating etc, and how can I get this tick in the box to be used later on down the track ?
We don't have it...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th May 2007, 03:55
Replies: 5
Views: 3,439
Posted By loachboy

Which is best IREX Book

G'day all,
I'm looking to do my IREX (studying from home - Australia) and am wondering if anybody can give advice on the better of these 2 books:
Instrument Rating Study Guide
Bob Tait
...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Apr 2007, 22:51
Replies: 28
Views: 8,836
Posted By loachboy

Aptitude

My personal recomendation would be, have a look through Australian Flying magazine or something similar. There use to be a bloke that would do resprays.
Mind you if you are ahandy type of person,...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Dec 2006, 23:21
Replies: 16
Views: 4,234
Posted By loachboy

I'll miss the dry wit of the bloke.

Condolences to his family, and I'll miss catching up with you from time to time mate, pleasure to be around and always a joy to shoot the breeze with and receive advice from you.

Best Regards

...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Nov 2006, 01:31
Replies: 3
Views: 1,138
Posted By loachboy

2 Questions in 1

Firstly after chatting with a bloke the other night, he seemed to be under the impresion Australia use aircraft to spot prawns. Is there any truth in this statement and if so where and do they use...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Nov 2006, 01:26
Replies: 4
Views: 1,217
Posted By loachboy

Confirmed

I seem to recall the Kiowas have a Longranger length tail boom and Longy blades.
Also the Tail rotor blades are smaller like that of the earlier Jet Rangers....

Don't quote me.


Loachy :cool:
Forum: The Caribbean and Latin America
4th Sep 2006, 03:09
Replies: 2
Views: 753
Posted By loachboy

Powerlines ?

Thanks for the feedback so far.....
Well yeah same old same old isn't it, no magical solution is there ? :ugh:

Persistence pays off I guess.

Powerlines doesn't seem like entry level type work...
Forum: The Caribbean and Latin America
1st Sep 2006, 00:49
Replies: 2
Views: 753
Posted By loachboy

Helicopter Pilots in Brasil

I am curious as to how newly trained Helicopter Pilots find work in Brasil, and also, Latin America.
The number of Helicopters in Brasil (SP) is huge and I am curious if it is any easier to find...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Aug 2006, 00:15
Replies: 3
Views: 1,143
Posted By loachboy

Weights

I probably should of made it a little clearer, you could try emailing them.

Best of luck.

:)
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Aug 2006, 06:15
Replies: 3
Views: 1,143
Posted By loachboy

Drive Train

You might try these guys,

www.heliflite.com.au

follow the links to service or spares I'd reckon.

Mind you I'd suggest you work on a new MR Blade design.

:ugh:
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Aug 2006, 10:59
Replies: 464
Views: 116,345
Posted By loachboy

Flying in Canada / USA

Hello all,
This topic has been covered it seems like a thousand times. I know.

I hold an Australian CPLH, and am looking for some advice from any Aussies / Kiwis out there that have, gone to...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Jun 2006, 12:27
Replies: 5
Views: 1,409
Posted By loachboy

Tracy's

I always thought the Tracy's House was on a far away island somewhere ?

If you look carefully you can see 'Tin Tin' sunbaking.

Thunderbirds are Go !

:ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Mar 2006, 01:17
Replies: 145
Views: 76,048
Posted By loachboy

Weight & Balance Spreadsheets (incl for PDAs)

Hi all,
I have been asking different drivers on what types of 'Cheat Sheets' they use for quick Weight & Balance calculations in the 'Real World'. And basically the most common seems to be a fuel...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Nov 2005, 11:57
Replies: 32
Views: 6,191
Posted By loachboy

Slope landings.

I am wondering what the preferances and the pros and cons of landing on sloping ground are.
Assuming there is no wind and there are no obstructions, and the angle of the slope will allow the four...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Oct 2005, 14:46
Replies: 77
Views: 21,692
Posted By loachboy

That's not Cricket

If I remeber rightly, a TV Helicopter was used in the 80's when One Day International Cricket was in it's infancy, to dry the Cricket pitch of the Sydney Cricket Ground so play could commence.
...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Sep 2005, 17:55
Replies: 28
Views: 4,387
Posted By loachboy

Under or Over

http://www.vpmag.com/yssy/viewtopic.php?t=10102&highlight=polair
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Sep 2005, 18:53
Replies: 30
Views: 7,010
Posted By loachboy

Red and Orange

Left Pedal,
I believe the reason for the change from Red to Orange lights in Robbies. Was becasue, the 'Low Fuel' light used to be RED but at soon as it would come on in flight pilots were auto'ing...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Sep 2005, 13:11
Replies: 1,304
Views: 594,145
Posted By loachboy

OS = Overseas

Thanks Bravo 73, Paco and John,

Probably should have mentioned Overseas rather than 'out of service'. Forgot Australia wasn't the only Country in the World !
Didn't realise such a simple request...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Sep 2005, 23:40
Replies: 1,304
Views: 594,145
Posted By loachboy

Bell 206 Checklist needed.

G'day all,

Nothing overly exciting, but currently OS and in need of a standard (well layed out if possible) Bell 206 Checklist.

If anybody can assist please PM me.

Much appreciated in...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Jun 2005, 00:13
Replies: 270
Views: 121,577
Posted By loachboy

Suzi for me.

Suzuki GSXR 750's had three of 'em.

Great bikes, kept me in and out of trouble many times.

Had 8 bikes in total

:E

Loachy
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jun 2005, 14:33
Replies: 7
Views: 1,521
Posted By loachboy

Stuck Pedal....What !!!!

Just to add my slant, and that is being pretty fresh out of a CPLH myself.

I use the Index Finger method.

Stuck Pedal Left - Stretch your collective index finger outwards and use it as a guide...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Apr 2005, 01:25
Replies: 36
Views: 15,214
Posted By loachboy

Well just to add to the confusion ? Can anyone...

Well just to add to the confusion ?
Can anyone tell me the concept or idea behind the S60 Blackhawk.

It has blades that turn Counter-Clockwise and the Tail rotor is mounted on the Right side as...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Apr 2005, 01:29
Replies: 102
Views: 37,025
Posted By loachboy

Sick Puppy

That was some seriously sick stuff.

But somewhat disturbingly comforting to watch.

:oh:
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Mar 2005, 20:50
Replies: 4
Views: 1,275
Posted By loachboy

Thanks for the input guys, geez those huskies...

Thanks for the input guys, geez those huskies must be getitng on !

:uhoh:
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Mar 2005, 04:03
Replies: 44
Views: 9,310
Posted By loachboy

Favourite Heli ?

Bell 212


There is no substitute
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Mar 2005, 03:46
Replies: 4
Views: 1,275
Posted By loachboy

Snoop Kmax Endorsement

After looking at a partly unassembled Kmax on the weekend that was being readied for transport back to the US after a very quiet Fire Season in Oz.
I pondered on how Pilots obtain endorsements on...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Feb 2005, 20:51
Replies: 49
Views: 5,136
Posted By loachboy

Autos

4 weeks ago to the ground.
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Jan 2005, 01:48
Replies: 669
Views: 184,321
Posted By loachboy

Huey Decor

Try a Huey on for size.

http://www.nasm.si.edu/interact/qtvr/uhc/images/hueyB.mov

Enjoy

loachboy

:p
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Jan 2005, 22:49
Replies: 32
Views: 9,149
Posted By loachboy

Sweaty Palms

I personally have sweaty palms after watching that little one.
Wow...he judged it well Huh ?

NOT !

PS - The passenger bit was a tad unthoughtful I thought.

:ouch: :uhoh:
:ouch:...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Jan 2005, 23:22
Replies: 6
Views: 874
Posted By loachboy

Paperbacks or Novels ???

As most of you here have the same affliction as myself, that being can't get enough of Helicopters.
I thought I would drawer upon your knowledge of good Helicopter novels or paperbacks.

I know of...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Dec 2004, 20:31
Replies: 123
Views: 19,913
Posted By loachboy

Seen a video

I have watched a video of the Parachuting event with this 412 flying over grassy fields doing spilt ass turns etc etc to rock music. I've got to say my jaw was on the floor watching such a huge...
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