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Airline Specific Private Forums
	Thomson Airways	Formerly known as Britannia, now Thomson and merged with FCUK Airlines forum.
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	Thomas Cook Airlines	A forum for the large pilot group from the former Flying Colours, Airworld, Caledonian and JMC companies now rebranded as Thomas Cook UK and the former Airtours/MyTravel airlines.
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# 1	Aircraft to fly in formation 1.8 nm apart to save fuel like geese do Started 19th Nov 2019 by fantom Last post 18:26 by Private jet	Rumours & News	10 replies	1.9k views
	[URL]https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/science/science-news/3290099/Aircraft-that-mimic-geese-can-save-fuel.html[/URL] Is this mad, or what ? Never mind the obvious, what about TCAS for a start? Read More
# 2	Is the A320 wing becoming too small Started 19th Nov 2019 by tcasblue Last post 18:44 by Less Hair	Tech Log	1 replies	53 views
	This statement was written in to a magazine that I read recently. The A321 wing does seem to have some issues in terms of speedbrake operation as well. Is it time for a new wing design? [I]"The A320 wing was designed 35 years ago for a 70T platform and has remained the same on all versions, from the A318 through to the A321.[/I][I]While unchanged,... Read More
# 3	QF Flight Attendant Accused of Racism by will.i.am Started 16th Nov 2019 by Airbubba Last post 18:29 by Bend alot	Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific	89 replies	43.4k views
	[COLOR=#000000]Yet another alleged victim of racial profiling and police brutality. [QUOTE][/COLOR][B][COLOR=#000000]Black Eyed Peas Star will.i.am accuses Qantas flight attendant of racism[/COLOR][/B] [COLOR=#000000]November 16, 2019 9:02pm Black Eyed Peas star will.i.am has accused a Qantas flight attendant of racism after a tense incident on... Read More
# 4	Further damage to GA by airport operators Started 19th Nov 2019 by Dick Smith Last post 16:33 by Okihara	The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions	18 replies	2.9k views
	I’m not sure if others have noticed how many more restrictions are being introduced in relation to airports – particularly in relation to prior notice. Here is a short list I have made up and I’m sure others will be able to add to it. Mt Isa (48 hours prior notice required) Townsville (48 hours prior notice required) Warnervale (24 hours prior... Read More
# 5	BA Whistleblower Reveals Tankering of Fuel - BBC Started 11th Nov 2019 by Airbubba Last post 02:48 by George Glass	Rumours & News	201 replies	107.8k views
	The latest environmental hit piece on the airlines. [QUOTE][h1]Climate change: Airlines accused of 'putting profit before planet'[/h1][left]By Justin Rowlatt Chief environment correspondent[left][left]A British... Read More
# 6	Adrenaline Started 18th Nov 2019 by 57mm Last post 18:45 by langleybaston	Military Aviation	31 replies	4.9k views
	Being shot at in GW1 caused me a lot of adrenaline rushes; however, I still perspire. Are there any folks out there who don't, apart from DOY? Read More
# 7	PFL advice Started 18th Nov 2019 by double_barrel Last post 12:45 by double_barrel	Private Flying	22 replies	1.7k views
	Doing final practice for my GFT, I have done a couple of PFLs which went beautifully, but yesterday had a really horrible one. It was entirely my fault that we were badly setup; I went too wide, my excuse is that we were fannying around overhead for ages doing 360's waiting for clearance to start. Turning to base we were obviously low, I would cert... Read More
# 8	Qantas’ search for female pilots has led to more workplace harassment - Quartz Started 5th Nov 2019 by Airbubba Last post 10:17 by Ichiban	Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific	205 replies	98.4k views
	QF hiring more female pilots leads to more victims of sexual harassment in the #MeToo era: [QUOTE][left][left][left][left][left][left][left][left][left][left][left][h1]Qantas’ search for female pilots has led to more workplace harassment[/h1][left][left][left]
# 9	Are Dassault Falcon aircraft too expensive to operate Started 18th Nov 2019 by Mumbai Merlin Last post 11:22 by Desert Flower	The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions	10 replies	2.1k views
	A few weeks ago A Falcon 50 departed for USA and now there is two Falcon 20 aircraft parked at Bankstown with USA registration about to depart. Are these aircraft too expensive to operate or just getting too old. Read More
# 10	NZ flight cancellations over Xmas, thanks to Rolls Royce Started 17th Nov 2019 by Chris2303 Last post 07:55 by Slezy9	Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific	23 replies	5.8k views
	[h1]Air NZ cancels 82 international flights over Christmas period due to engines[/h1]"Air New Zealand has cancelled some of its international flights due to ongoing issues with its Rolls-Royce engines. The national carrier says maintenance requirements has forced it to cancel some 82 flights, affecting 14,000 customers travelling between 10 Dece... Read More
# 11	The Roller Coaster method of recovery from runaway stabiliser trim Started 19th Nov 2019 by Judd Last post 16:02 by safetypee	Tech Log	2 replies	469 views
	The following extract was published in FSINFO.ORG flight safety newsletter on 18 November 2019. [COLOR=black]A 737 captain on a U.S. airline, who asked for anonymity to speak without permission from his employer, described his own extensive experience as a former test pilot of moving the tail manually. He said that with the 737 tail at full nose-d... Read More
# 12	Mooney accident pilot refused a clearance at 6,500' Started 7th Nov 2019 by Dick Smith Last post 13:02 by The name is Porter	The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions	125 replies	60.9k views
	Here is the preliminary report for the Coffs Harbour Mooney accident.[url=https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2019/aair/ao-2019-052/] https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2019/aair/ao-2019-052/[/url] The report verifies Bindook’s old statement where he called Class C airspace “road block airspace”. To... Read More
# 13	This ride's a bit low, don't you think? Started 11th Nov 2019 by Robbiee Last post 03:53 by Steve76	Rotorheads	81 replies	41.6k views
	[video][ame=https://youtu.be/RwFaHvl_VCg]https://youtu.be/RwFaHvl_VCg[/video][/ame] ,...or is it just me? Read More
# 14	Lossiemouth Upgrades Started 15th Nov 2019 by NutLoose Last post 16:39 by SamYeager	Military Aviation	43 replies	9k views
	Strange timing? one would have thought this should have been done and completed in time for the first ones arrival, not just starting when it is nearly on its way, or am I missing something? [QUOTE]The project will prepare the base for the arrival of nine P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, the first of which is expected to be delivered in Feb... Read More
# 15	Legality of deliberate incipient spin demo if AFM prohibits spinning Started 18th Nov 2019 by Judd Last post 07:36 by djpil	The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions	12 replies	1.5k views
	[URL="https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2017/aair/ao-2017-096/"]//www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2017/aair/ao-2017-096/[/URL] The aircraft (Diamond) entered a developed spin during manoeuvres consistent with advanced stall recovery training which likely included intentional incipient spins. The spin con... Read More
# 16	Diversion Failure in Skills Test Started 17th Nov 2019 by admuffin Last post 13:42 by Hot 'n' High	Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)	17 replies	3.5k views
	Hi, I find planning a diversion the hardest part of the PPL course. While taking my hands off the control column, looking down at my chart to plot the new course, calculate a heading and ETA I get disorientated or the aircraft veers off course. In training my instructor would take hold of the control column while I planned the diversion but i... Read More
# 17	ERJ 145 off piste at O’Hare Started 11th Nov 2019 by reverserunlocked Last post 17:48 by Nomad2	Rumours & News	68 replies	51.8k views
	[left]https://abc7chicago.com/plane-slides-off-runway-at-ohare-airport-officials-say/5689573/?fbclid=IwAR2hD_8eR7UoTl3xLI7S6nVb9jOLJb9SUJ8Fm0Ws75PDU2MHcpVv_gaag8A... Read More
# 18	Airbus black paint around cockpit windows Started 18th Nov 2019 by Check Airman Last post 18:54 by AviatorDave	Tech Log	10 replies	3.2k views
	[left]Hi, Does anyone know why Airbus has started using black paint around the cockpit windows of many of the A320/A330 neo airplanes, as well as the A350?[/left] Read More
# 19	787 altimeter inaccuracy Started 19th Nov 2019 by Fursty Ferret Last post 13:52 by Sidestick_n_Rudder	Tech Log	1 replies	479 views
	Just been made aware of (yet another) BAB for the 787 where the altimeter measurement differs between Capt and FOs PFDs because of an FCM fault. Apparently this can cause altitude excursions of up to 1000ft (great in RVSM airspace...) and we have a new unannunciated checklist to play with. The thing is, all the training material for the 787 s... Read More
# 20	Downwind Turning Effect on Takeoff - 777 Started 17th Nov 2019 by tcasblue Last post 19:02 by Vessbot	Tech Log	16 replies	1.9k views
	Actually, this may apply to all big twins(and even smaller ones as well according to Boeing). Has anybody noticed during a strong crosswind takeoff, the need to use rudder input in one direction too maintain centerline during the initial takeoff roll transitioning to the requirement for opposite rudder input at higher speeds(classic weathervaning r... Read More
# 21	One down at YREN (Renmark) Started 16th Nov 2019 by Desert Flower Last post 04:36 by AmarokGTI	The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions	24 replies	5.7k views
	A light aircraft has crash landed on the outskirts of a major Riverland town, bringing down power lines which has caused outages in the area. Emergency services were called to David St, Renmark North, at 6.15pm following reports a twin-seater light plane had plunged to the ground near a local farm. The single occupant pilot has suffered “seri... Read More
# 22	Wine and warplanes in Burgundy Started 18th Nov 2019 by tcasblue Last post 15:30 by The Toilet Tester	Military Aviation	8 replies	1.9k views
	[URL]https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/world/frances-wine-country-is-home-to-collection-of-fighter-jets/ar-BBWV9lc?ocid=spartandhp[/URL]Burgundy may be known for its wine, but it's what's nestled between the vines that draws the tourists to this vineyard: The world's largest private fleet of fighter jets, 110 in all. It's not your typical collection,... Read More
# 23	2 Cessna Citations mount each other San Antonio TX Started 15th Nov 2019 by nomorehelosforme Last post 16:59 by G-ARZG	Rumours & News	26 replies	17.4k views
	[left]Wonder how this might have happened? https://www.click2houston.com/news/texas/private-jet-crashes-into-parked-plane-on-runway-at-san-antonio-airport[/left] Read More
# 24	Jetstar fixit Started 19th Nov 2019 by barleyhi Last post 13:53 by Station Zero	Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific	2 replies	983 views
	Inspiring pax confidence! When crew asked about the speed tape holding things together they explained it was to stop the flaking paint. Haha!![left][/left] Read More
# 25	Seat prices Started 18th Nov 2019 by gordon2uk Last post 10:57 by Harry Wayfarers	Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)	6 replies	558 views
	[left]I am flying by BA next July to Amsterdam. I wanted to reserve my seat in advance but when I looked at the price I decided not to. BA wanted to charge me £10 to sit at the rear of the aircraft or £22 to be at the front of economy. Today I checked the price and it has now increased to £12/£24 which is ridiculous. Another budget airline only ch... Read More