Roost Air Lounge => Aviation related topics => Topic started by: Oddball on December 16, 2007, 12:08:15 PM
Title: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 16, 2007, 12:08:15 PM
Im new to the forum. Right now im doing my BSC/Beng aircraft engineering degree at Perth college in Scotland and was wondering if there was any other "Heavies" (mechanics) or "fairies" (Avionics) out there.
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: G-man on December 16, 2007, 01:25:39 PM
Im new to the forum. Right now im doing my BSC/Beng aircraft engineering degree at Perth college in Scotland and was wondering if there was any other "Heavies" (mechanics) or "fairies" (Avionics) out there.
Had a one night stand with a girl from Perth many years ago---does that count?? ::whistle::
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Frank N. O. on December 16, 2007, 01:27:50 PM
ROFL, wow those nicknames for ones skill just begs to be made fun of don't they? ::rofl::
Seriously though, I think there are several mechanics in the forum, both fixed wing and slingwing. There are also some ramp rats and such here and skydivers etc.
Frank
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 16, 2007, 02:20:52 PM
belive me frank us "heavies" make fun of the "fairies"all the time. if a weather radar is going round in circles give it a kick until it goes side to side if that does not work call a "fairy"
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 16, 2007, 02:27:00 PM
Im new to the forum. Right now im doing my BSC/Beng aircraft engineering degree at Perth college in Scotland and was wondering if there was any other "Heavies" (mechanics) or "fairies" (Avionics) out there.
Had a one night stand with a girl from Perth many years ago---does that count?? ::whistle::
I dont think so g-man ::thinking:: but i suppose if it would if she worked up at scone airport or as it is sign posted Perth International Airport lol all there is are G\A aircraft and learners lol ::loony::
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: airtac on December 16, 2007, 04:36:34 PM
belive me frank us "heavies" make fun of the "fairies"all the time. if a weather radar is going round in circles give it a kick until it goes side to side if that does not work call a "fairy"
Gee, that one expression (fairy) carries a whole different connotation here in Kalifornia ;D
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: G-man on December 17, 2007, 01:42:41 AM
belive me frank us "heavies" make fun of the "fairies"all the time. if a weather radar is going round in circles give it a kick until it goes side to side if that does not work call a "fairy"
Gee, that one expression (fairy) carries a whole different connotation here in Kalifornia ;D
Oh just wait till he starts talking bout "crabs".. ::thinking:: But rather than making ya'll think:
Way back when the RAF flew Spitfires with tail wheels, all the pilot could see to the front was the engine. In order to see what was in front of them, they had to look over the side and zigzag, thus they'd be moving sideways. On landing, they would sideslip to lose height.
Because of airfield security, the only time land-locked mortals got to see the RAF anywhere near close up was during landing, take-off and taxiing, when they were moving sideways. Since only crabs walk sideways, clearly the RAF was staffed by crabs.
Another more plausible explanation as to why the are known as "crabs" goes back to the days of rum, sodomy and the lash. One of the more unsavoury aspects of the average matelot was his unfortunate habit of contracting pubic lice or "crabs" during his shore leave. The treatment for this condition was to get a chum or shipmate to apply a liberal application of a greasy blue /grey ointment ( known affectionately as "crab fat" ) to the affected area.
With the Royal Navy's usual powers of wit and sophistication the RAF were thereafter referred to as "crab fats" ( or crabs for short ) as their blue/grey uniform was exactly the same colour as the stuff that the filthy little ratings rubbed on their swollen and lice ravaged bits.
Of course we referred to the Army as "Pongo's", because where ever they go, the "pong goes". And the Navy are known as Fish Heads..
And for Oddball--I landed at Leuchars once---many years ago..
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: undatc on December 17, 2007, 08:38:00 PM
Lots of different people in here. Myself am a recent CTI school grad waiting for a position within the Failed Aviation Administration.
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Mike on December 18, 2007, 03:30:35 AM
mechanic, pilot, and electronics degree . . . I am almost everything HA HA HA
talk about multiple personalities...... ;)
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: G-man on December 18, 2007, 04:02:17 AM
mechanic, pilot, and electronics degree . . . I am almost everything HA HA HA
talk about multiple personalities...... ;)
So--would that make you an "oddball, heavy, fairy who has crabs"???????
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Mike on December 18, 2007, 04:23:05 AM
WOAH ::eek::
I am not fond of the way that sounds. . . . .
how about calling me "mulitfacetted" instead?
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Mic on December 19, 2007, 01:54:12 PM
I'm mechanic and avionic on heavy as on G/A (on week ends only) !
I'm holding a Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence B1.1 (turbine aircraft), B2 (Avionics) and C (all aircraft/base maintenance release)... Working in France. And actually I'm in charge of a maintenance training school.
But to be complete, I'm also a G/A pilot ! So ... half Chuck, half Julio !!!
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Frank N. O. on December 19, 2007, 01:58:12 PM
But to be complete, I'm also a G/A pilot ! So ... half Chuck, half Julio !!!
::silly:: ::thinking:: ::rofl:: Wow, that combination is far out I can't really form a proper reply, except I'd love to see Stef trying to draw that :D
Frank
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Rooster Cruiser on December 19, 2007, 05:12:55 PM
Heck, ah'm just a stupid old Truck Driver. What does that make me? ::loony:: ::loony:: ::loony:: ::loony::
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Panzerrat on December 20, 2007, 02:33:26 AM
Hell, former submarine sailor here. My time as pilot is strictly bootleg. Just a military aviation nut.
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 20, 2007, 06:39:15 PM
I'm mechanic and avionic on heavy as on G/A (on week ends only) !
I'm holding a Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence B1.1 (turbine aircraft), B2 (Avionics) and C (all aircraft/base maintenance release)... Working in France. And actually I'm in charge of a maintenance training school.
But to be complete, I'm also a G/A pilot ! So ... half Chuck, half Julio !!!
eh Mic any jobs going? lol can send you my c.v hope fully ill be graduating in may next year
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Mic on December 21, 2007, 10:13:34 AM
I'm actually searching for more instructors to contract with, but the European regulations request some limits and the French regulation is (as always) stronger : - B Licence (or eventually post graduate from university) - 5 years of aircraft maintenance working experience
So if you can match the criteria, yes please send me your CV !! ::wave::
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 21, 2007, 06:20:05 PM
right now im at the university of the highlands and islands (which is a group of colleges in scotland) campus in perth i do have one EASA part 66 module (basic Aero dynamics) through Air Service Training hoping to get a few more gained HNC/HND aircraft engineering and half way through my BSc aircraft engineering degree course so i will either have BSc or BEng after my name is that any help to you Mic? ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: ::wave::
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 21, 2007, 07:00:13 PM
mechanic, pilot, and electronics degree . . . I am almost everything HA HA HA
talk about multiple personalities...... ;)
wow my first topic and i have Mike respond ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: im not worthy and any other groviling type antics :D
Oh, He comes down to visit the unwashed on occasion---that's why we like him. I actually shook his hand once AND he spoke directly at me, I will never forget get it----he said "YOU, pass the salt!" In spite of the rumors (?) he's really quite pleasant (for a helicoter pilot and Humongous Supreme Overlord Rooster ) :-\
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: BrianGMFS on December 22, 2007, 07:07:01 PM
Just a Humble Line Rat here.... With exactly 1.0 hours in my logbook.... only about 49 more to go ::rofl::
Brian
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 22, 2007, 08:17:03 PM
mechanic, pilot, and electronics degree . . . I am almost everything HA HA HA
talk about multiple personalities...... ;)
wow my first topic and i have Mike respond ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: im not worthy and any other groviling type antics :D
Oh, He comes down to visit the unwashed on occasion---that's why we like him. I actually shook his hand once AND he spoke directly at me, I will never forget get it----he said "YOU, pass the salt!" In spite of the rumors (?) he's really quite pleasant (for a helicoter pilot and Humongous Supreme Overlord Rooster ) :-\
i bet you never washed that hand for a month lol
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: airtac on December 23, 2007, 04:11:58 PM
mechanic, pilot, and electronics degree . . . I am almost everything HA HA HA
talk about multiple personalities...... ;)
wow my first topic and i have Mike respond ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: im not worthy and any other groviling type antics :D
Oh, He comes down to visit the unwashed on occasion---that's why we like him. I actually shook his hand once AND he spoke directly at me, I will never forget get it----he said "YOU, pass the salt!" In spite of the rumors (?) he's really quite pleasant (for a helicoter pilot and Humongous Supreme Overlord Rooster ) :-\
i bet you never washed that hand for a month lol
ARE YOU KIDDING? ::eek:: Who knows where those hands have been? Cartoonists and helicopter pilots are known to be fur fluffing, monkey spanking, chicken pluckers........... :P
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 23, 2007, 04:39:52 PM
mechanic, pilot, and electronics degree . . . I am almost everything HA HA HA
talk about multiple personalities...... ;)
wow my first topic and i have Mike respond ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow:: im not worthy and any other groviling type antics :D
Oh, He comes down to visit the unwashed on occasion---that's why we like him. I actually shook his hand once AND he spoke directly at me, I will never forget get it----he said "YOU, pass the salt!" In spite of the rumors (?) he's really quite pleasant (for a helicoter pilot and Humongous Supreme Overlord Rooster ) :-\
i bet you never washed that hand for a month lol
ARE YOU KIDDING? ::eek:: Who knows where those hands have been? Cartoonists and helicopter pilots are known to be fur fluffing, monkey spanking, chicken pluckers........... :P
bsides we all know that heli pilots are the "unclean" of the aviation world lol (sorry folks)
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: G-man on December 23, 2007, 04:54:19 PM
ARE YOU KIDDING? ::eek:: Who knows where those hands have been? Cartoonists and helicopter pilots are known to be fur fluffing, monkey spanking, chicken pluckers........... :P
You just crack me up---I'm seeing a cartoon coming here..Just have NO clue what it'll be though.. ::whistle:: ::whistle::
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: G-man on December 23, 2007, 05:00:32 PM
bsides we all know that heli pilots are the "unclean" of the aviation world lol (sorry folks)
Funny you should mention that--I was just talking to S'mom & Bara in the chat last night about the very subject--although it also includes smoke jumper pilots..
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Baradium on December 23, 2007, 09:40:26 PM
bsides we all know that heli pilots are the "unclean" of the aviation world lol (sorry folks)
Funny you should mention that--I was just talking to S'mom & Bara in the chat last night about the very subject--although it also includes smoke jumper pilots..
I thought we did a pretty good job of covering the gamut myself... :D
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: TheSoccerMom on December 23, 2007, 10:15:05 PM
Wow, hey, things are lookin' up..... now I've been promoted up to "unwashed".... ;D ;D ;D
I gotta go tell everybody!! ::wave::
Title: Re: Is it all pilots in here?
Post by: Oddball on December 23, 2007, 10:20:20 PM
