Story of my friend
I said "Hi Jack."
The marshalls shot at me.
03 March 2009
Gripe Sheet of a Plane
After every flight, pilots fill out a form called a gripe sheet, which
conveys to the mechanics problems encountered with the aircraft during
the flight that need repair or correction. The mechanics read and correct
the problem, and then respond in writing on the lower half of the form
what remedial action was taken, and the pilot reviews the gripe sheets
before the next flight.
Never let it be said that ground crews and engineers lack a sense of
humor!
Here are some actual logged maintenance complaints and problems as
submitted by Qantas pilots and the solution recorded by maintenance
engineers.
(P = the problem logged by the pilot.)
(S = the solution and action taken by the engineers.)
P: Left inside main tire almost needs replacement.
S: Almost replaced left inside main tire.
P: Test flight OK, except auto-land very rough.
S: Auto-land not installed on this aircraft.
P: Something loose in cockpit.
S: Something tightened in cockpit.
P: Dead bugs on windshield.
S: Live bugs on back-order.
P: Autopilot in altitude-hold mode produces a 200 feet per minute descent.
S: Cannot reproduce problem on ground.
P: Evidence of leak on right main landing gear.
S: Evidence removed.
P: DME volume unbelievably loud.
S: DME volume set to more believable level.
P: Friction locks cause throttle levers to stick.
S: That's what they're there for.
P: IFF inoperative.
S: IFF always inoperative in OFF mode.
P: Suspected crack in windshield.
S: Suspect you're right.
P: Number 3 engine missing.
S: Engine found on right wing after brief search.
P: Aircraft handles funny.
S: Aircraft warned to straighten up, fly right, and be serious.
P: Target radar hums.
S: Reprogrammed target radar with lyrics.
P: Mouse in cockpit.
S: Cat installed.
P: Noise coming from under instrument panel. Sounds like a midget pounding
on something with a hammer.
S: Took hammer away from midget.
conveys to the mechanics problems encountered with the aircraft during
the flight that need repair or correction. The mechanics read and correct
the problem, and then respond in writing on the lower half of the form
what remedial action was taken, and the pilot reviews the gripe sheets
before the next flight.
Never let it be said that ground crews and engineers lack a sense of
humor!
Here are some actual logged maintenance complaints and problems as
submitted by Qantas pilots and the solution recorded by maintenance
engineers.
(P = the problem logged by the pilot.)
(S = the solution and action taken by the engineers.)
P: Left inside main tire almost needs replacement.
S: Almost replaced left inside main tire.
P: Test flight OK, except auto-land very rough.
S: Auto-land not installed on this aircraft.
P: Something loose in cockpit.
S: Something tightened in cockpit.
P: Dead bugs on windshield.
S: Live bugs on back-order.
P: Autopilot in altitude-hold mode produces a 200 feet per minute descent.
S: Cannot reproduce problem on ground.
P: Evidence of leak on right main landing gear.
S: Evidence removed.
P: DME volume unbelievably loud.
S: DME volume set to more believable level.
P: Friction locks cause throttle levers to stick.
S: That's what they're there for.
P: IFF inoperative.
S: IFF always inoperative in OFF mode.
P: Suspected crack in windshield.
S: Suspect you're right.
P: Number 3 engine missing.
S: Engine found on right wing after brief search.
P: Aircraft handles funny.
S: Aircraft warned to straighten up, fly right, and be serious.
P: Target radar hums.
S: Reprogrammed target radar with lyrics.
P: Mouse in cockpit.
S: Cat installed.
P: Noise coming from under instrument panel. Sounds like a midget pounding
on something with a hammer.
S: Took hammer away from midget.
ACEX News for Feb 2009
India Airlines
- Spicejet's new appointments and expansion plans
- Air India Express selects CyberSource’s Online Fraud Solution
- Jet Airways’ jetprivilege enters into partnership with Seventymm, Carlson hotels worldwide, Sarovar hotels and resorts and Axis Bank
- Paramount Airways launches new cargo division
- Jet Airways and Malaysia Airlines sign code share partnership
- Jet Airways leases A 330 - 200 aircraft to Oman Air
- Kingfisher Airlines to launch flights between Sholapur and Mumbai
- Air India to start first international flight from Srinagar tomorrow
- Jet Airways enhances services from Coimbatore and Kochi to Chennai
- Air India clarifies on domestic air fares
- Air India Express set to expand network
- SpiceJet announces Q3 FY 09 results
Domestic Air Traffic Statistics: Passengers flown and Market Share
Indian Airports and development
- New Domestic Terminal Building inaugurated at Surat
- Government approves Development Fee for Mumbai Airport
- New Domestic Departure Terminal 1D inaugurated at IGI Airport; capacity raised to 10 million passengers per annum
- Foundation Stone for New Integrated Terminal laid at Vadodara
- New Integrated Terminal Buildings inaugurated at Amritsar, Dehradun and Jaipur Airport
- Government approves NACIL and SATS JV for ground and cargo handling units at Indian airports
- Foundation stone for New Integrated Terminals laid at Goa, Vishakhapatnam and Tiruchirappalli Airports
- UFIS-AS signs maintenance and support agreements with Delhi, Hyderabad and Bangalore Airport
- Foundation stone for New Integrated Terminals laid at Indore, Bhopal, Raipur and Ranchi Airports
- Government approves handing over of Nagpur Airport to a JVC for setting up Multi Modal International Passenger and Cargo Hub
- Conditional approval to DIAL to charge Development fee from passengers
- DIAL introduces unique facility for passengers with special needs at Delhi Airport
International Airlines
- AirAsia X launches European cargo operation
- Saudi Arabian Airlines signs 10- year CFM56-5B materials agreement with GE Aviation Services
- Gulf Air signs agreement to lease four Boeing 777 Aircraft
- Air Arabia to introduce service to Athens, Greece
- Emirates SkyCargo to increase cargo capacity by 17%
- Qatar Airways launches innovative inflight service for Economy Class
- Australian carrier, Qantas cuts direct flights to Mumbai
- Air Arabia’s net profits up by 35.6% to $138.84 million
- Qatar Airways reduces fuel surcharge on flights in global network
- Boeing Delivers 77th 777 to Singapore Airlines
Technology and Travel Solutions
- SITA predicts brave new world of hassle-free travel as it marks 60th anniversary
- Yemen Airways selects Ramco's MRO Software Solution
- SriLankan Airlines opts for IBS' iFly to manage its loyalty system
- SITA launches new generation communications platform for Singapore Airlines
- Bahrain International Airport introduces SITA Professional Mobile Radio for all airlines
- Amadeus joins BlackBerry ISV Alliance Program to provide travellers with mobile technology solutions on BlackBerry smartphones
- IBS launches iFly Solution Suite
- IBS automates SpiceJet’s cargo operations
- bmi selects IBS’ iFly for its Loyalty Management System
Aircraft manufacturer/Aircraft systems/MRO
- Eurocopter reinforces its worldwide commitment to training
- Boeing delivers two Qatar Airways 777-200LRs in February
- Airbus revises production rates
- Boeing delivers first 777 Freighter to Air France
- AgustaWestland and Tata Sons sign MoU for AW119 Helicopter final assembly in India
- Embraer revises revenue forecast for 2009 to US$ 5.5 billion and 242 commercial and executive aircraft deliveries
- CFM International (CFM), world’s leading aircraft engine manufacturer to set up maintenance training centre at GMR Hyderabad International’s Aerospace park
- Bird Group partners with VistaJet to offer world class business aviation experience
- Bird Group expands its presence in aircraft repair and overhaul services with Pacific Propeller Intl.,USA
- Dinesh Keskar appointed as president of Boeing India
- Embraer promotes defense solutions at Aero India 2009
- Bombardier Aerospace delivers 353 aircraft and records 378 net orders in fiscal year 2008/09
- Airbus signs a joint venture contract to establish a manufacturing centre for aircraft composite parts in Harbin, China
- BAE Systems Regional Aircraft reports strong portfolio and support performance in 2008
- Foundation stone laid for Duke Aviation's MRO facility at Nagpur
Oil price
- Oil prices slip below $37
- ATF prices slashed by over 3.7%, effective February 16, 2009
- ATF prices cut by 4% in February 2009
- Carriage by Air Bill, 2008 amended in Parliament
- Government approves JV between NACIL and SATS
- DGCA seeks information on airfare increase from airlines and transparency in airfare advertising
- Praful Patel speaks out against cartelization amongst airlines
- DGCA’s Statement on Incident at Mumbai Airport today
- Cabinet Secretary reviews emergency response systems at airports
Market Reports and forecasts
- Economic gloom continues in January traffic: IATA
- Aviation’s role in economic recovery: IATA
- CCID Consulting: China's Civil Aviation MRO market shows strong momentum in growth of scale
- Asia Pacific sees emerging aerospace manufacturing plants despite economic slowdown, says Frost & Sullivan
- Global recession and Foreign Tourist Arrivals
- Economist Intelligence Unit predicts executive travel trends
- ACTE business travel survey shows stronger negative impact on global travel industry
- Airports focus on long term investment needs, ACI Conference on airport economics and financing
- Indian Aerospace Industry among the fastest growing in the world
- AAPA sees tough year ahead for airline industry
- OAG and Sabre extend airlines data supply agreement
- 2009 shaping as watershed year for Asian Travel Industry, says Abacus International
- MRO to maintain steady growth as global meltdown eases, says Frost & Sullivan
- Frost & Sullivan upbeat on Indian airport modernization market
- Growth in low cost carrier passenger traffic within Asia Pacific: Frost & Sullivan
- Cargo plummets 22.6% in December: IATA
- Global airport traffic undercut by world economic turmoil – 2008 passenger traffic flat; freight traffic slashed: ACI
- Giovanni Bisignani, Director General and CEO of IATA speaks at British Air Transport Association
- Air Cargo Management Group (ACMG) predicts 5% drop in global airfreight traffic in 2009
Others
- EU signs civil aviation agreement with Pakistan
- CAAS to give out of S$200 million to assist airport partners tide over economic downturn
- Air Force modernisation triggers growth of Aero Space Industry: Fali H Major
- CAE begins pilot training at Bangalore training centre
- Singapore Changi Airport registers growth in passenger traffic in 2008
Events
- Aero India, Asia’s premier Air Show: February 11- 15, 2009
- GHIAL to host seventh Routes Asia 2009, next month
Best Regards,
Raghunandan Jagdish, CEO
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