:-) (Avoiding any punctuation that will get translated by the server of Matt
into numbers beginning with an equals sign) I am trying to say that I am
sick of abuse from those who whinge continually but always have a reason to
not lift a finger themselves...
I do not count you in that.
As an aside, I make a note of those who repeatedly display an inability to
follow a simple set of instructions. These notes form a list of aircraft I
will not fly in.
Jeremy Davey
Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
PFA EC Member
If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it is
possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation.
Tail done
Standard XS wings with mods underway
CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
1400 build hours to date
Intended fit:
Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
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From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Alan Burrows
Subject: RE: Europa-List: PFA, Wilson, PFA Engineering, etc.....
<alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
So what are you trying to say Jeremy..:-)
Seriously though I for one welcome your involvement and have nothing bad
to say about you or your work with the PFA. I would simply say that in
my case it is apparent that organisational skills are badly needed
within the PFA as my mod approval is simply a paperwork exercise as its
been approved in the same format on other europa's, so it shouldn't
require any major involvement from skilled technical personnel. If that
part of the system was sorted out first, then it would free time for the
more technical aspects you speak of. Please keep up the effort on our
behalf and yes I would be prepared to stand for election as soon as I
have some spare time, which hopefully wont be too much longer.
Alan
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jeremy
Davey
Subject: Europa-List: PFA, Wilson, PFA Engineering, etc.....
--> <EuropaFlyer_3@msn.com>
Folks,
I admit I=92m starting to get a bit pissed off here in Oxfordshire=85
There seem to be no end to the postings saying the PFA are a wunch of
bankers, Engineering are particular tossers, and I=92m a toe-rag (or
worse), too, for being a part of that organisation.
Can I just make a few points clear?
1) Well done to all those who actually got their finger out and
sent
one of the emails that got Graham Newby to change his mind. That is the
right way to achieve results.
2) It seems to me that the PFA is now FULLY aware of the depth of
our
feelings about Wilson and the use of SFB images, the organisation HAS
listened. Further, it is my honest belief that until a flood of emails
landed in Graham Newby=92s Inbox, he was just regarding it as one or two
whingers. Before anyone takes offence at that, please bear in mind that
he (and I!) are bombarded with emails, a significant proportion of which
are from whingers and go along the lines of: =93I bought a model F of my
chosen engine when model H is the approved one, because it cost me
three-and-sixpence instead of fourteen grand, and PFA Engineering are
tossers for not letting me just bolt it on and go flying=94. It is
probably worth noting that it costs the PFA a four-figure sum to
undertake the work necessary to approve the model F version =96 in order
to save the one member 14000 =96 0/3/6 pounds.
3) The issue of the use of SFB is an issue that has been going on
some
time with the PFA. The Club has raised it, I=92ve raised it (and have
been lobbied continually =96 and politely - by Sean O=92Reilly about
it), and finally the strength of feeling has become known.
4) Engineering was in one hell of a mess operationally from about
2
years ago until recently. It is still dragging itself out of there and
significant pressure and appropriate support is being given to the
management to get it out of that mess as soon as possible. I=92m working
my bollocks off to resolve the problems and provide the sort of service
that I think the PFA members deserve. Let me also make it quite clear
that I have made it absolutely clear to Engineering that I expect no
favours for being on the EC, and am therefore subject to just the same
frustrations as everyone else. I would not normally post this
information publicly, but in view of the attack on me by one contributor
to this list yesterday, I think it=92s important to do so now.
5) The PFA is not yet perfect, but it is all we=92ve got in the
UK. There
is a huge amount going on at European level and UK government level that
needs resolving NOW. The only viable way of ensuring that our voice is
heard during this process is to ensure that the PFA is in a position to
campaign effectively on our behalf. Again, I=92m taking a leading part
in that with the forming of the Campaigning Aviators Network to
coordinate volunteers in lobbying the various bodies. It is noted that
the individual mentioned above has not volunteered to join CAN.
6) I have got much better things to do. I get married four weeks
tomorrow. I=92m moving house. I=92ve a plane to build. I=92ve a
full-time job. The sort of attacks I=92ve seen on this list leave me
wondering if I=92m just wasting my time. I used to enjoy playing with
steam engines, but that has ended up somewhat on a back-burner (no pun
intended), largely due to commitments like the PFA and the Club. I=92m
seriously considering getting my shovel out and polishing it ready for
action again=85
7) Finally, and probably the most important point for individuals
wanting to get =91jobs=92 through Engineering =96 there is a system: so
use it! There is no such thing as a =91variant option=92 with a mod. The
process is to apply for a mod, on the correct forms, and in the correct
manner. I for one do not believe it is arrogant for Engineering to ask a
member to follow the process. It isn=92t hard for heaven=92s sake! On
this subject, I and a number of other EC members have been putting in a
lot of work exploring, among other items, how we can reduce the cost to
members. One answer that came out clearly was to change the system so
that those who do a decent job of their mods get them through sooner and
more cheaply. That we are now working towards.
If, after reading this, anyone still thinks I=92m a tosser, please
advise me directly! I=92ll be listening, and will expect a strong
justification.
Regards,
Jeremy
Jeremy Davey
Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
PFA EC Member
=93If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then
it is possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation.=94
Tail done Standard XS wings with mods underway CM installed in fuse
(with airbrakes fittings) 1400 build hours to date Intended fit: Rotax
914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop Lots of lights, buttons,
switches, gizmos, and alarms
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