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5 minutes ago, Robin said:

Arrived at Swampy yesterday morning, TDAC had been completed correctly in advance.  Gave I/O passport and copy of TDAC as received back from Immigration. No line at my kiosk, so I expected quick entry, but I/O took about 5 times longer messing with his computer before returning Passport with correct entry stamp. Most certainly did not speed up entry, so what is the point?  Also noticed lines at each compute terminal where you could do you TDAC on arrival.  When I checked in at LHR, airline checked that I had a Thai visa, but no mention of TDAC.  I am far from convinced that this is 'more efficient' and going to make entry to LOS a better experience.  Also much trouble getting the finger-print scanner to work.  Dare I say, "Typically Thai"

How do you know your delay was attributable to the TDAC? When literally every other reports says no difference.

And he took five times longer than what "fiddling with his computer"? Maybe he was checking your visa.

15 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

 

 

So, with the 'disengagement of the switch locking feature', the switches could, say, through strong vibrations, go from 'run to cut off' without either pilot having touched them?????? That is scary.

What is more scary is the fact that something that could cause both engines to shut down unintentionally - at any point in flight - was not deemed an "unsafe condition". From the same Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) NM-18-33 linked earlier:
 

Based on an assessment utilizing the limited data currently available at this time, the airworthiness

concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title

14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39. The FAA will continue to monitor this

issue.

May be worth noting that back in 2018 Boeing still had massive influence over the FAA and was practically allowed to self certify their aircraft via the Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) program. That only changed in 2020. 

49 minutes ago, impulse said:

 

It's still early in the process.

 

This is interesting. Can't post a PDF here but here's the link. From 2018. 

https://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/NM-18-33.pdf/SIB_NM-18-33_1

 

This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to advise registered owners and operators

of The Boeing Company Model 717-200 airplanes; Model 737-700, -700C, -800, and -900ER

series airplanes; Model 737-8 and -9 airplanes; Model 747-400, -400D, -400F, -8, and -8F series

airplanes; Model 757-200, -200CB, -200PF, and -300 series airplanes; Model 767-200, -300, -

300F, -400ER, and -2C series airplanes; Model 787-8, -9, and -10 airplanes; Model MD-11 and

MD-11F airplanes; and Model MD-90-30 airplanes of the potential for disengagement of the fuel

control switch locking feature.

 

The Boeing Company (Boeing) received reports from operators of Model 737 airplanes that the fuel

control switches were installed with the locking feature disengaged. The fuel control switches (or

engine start switches) are installed on the control stand in the flight deck and used by the pilot to

supply or cutoff fuel to the engines. The fuel control switch has a locking feature to prevent

inadvertent operation that could result in unintended switch movement between the fuel supply and

fuel cutoff positions. In order to move the switch from one position to the other under the condition

where the locking feature is engaged, it is necessary for the pilot to lift the switch up while

transitioning the switch position. If the locking feature is disengaged, the switch can be moved

between the two positions without lifting the switch during transition, and the switch would be

exposed to the potential of inadvertent operation. Inadvertent operation of the switch could result in

an unintended consequence, such as an in-flight engine shutdown.

 

On 7/10/2025 at 11:39 AM, stevenl said:

I think it may be interesting because the Indians will try to put the blame on Boeing. 

I hope you and others who said "the Indians" would try to blame Boeing are ashamed of themselves. And I would love to know what you based that assumption on? 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cx20p2x9093t

Peter Goelz, a former managing director of the US's National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), says he’s impressed by the preliminary report.

Goelz, who has led several accident investigations, says India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, responsible for the report, "needs to be praised for preparing such a detailed preliminary report.”

“Oftentimes when dealing with such a high-profile former flag carrier of a nation, the reports are far less detailed and candid.”

“This was a very detailed report. For that the AAIB should be praised.”

4 minutes ago, transam said:

Not me............🤔

No surprise.

2 hours ago, BarraMarra said:

Im expecting a light sentance they certainly won't be locked up for fear of upsetting the Muslim locals and them turning on Starmer costing him thousands in votes in future county council elections especially in high Muslim areas in the North of England, bearing in mind most Mayors are Muslim. Don't be surprised if the jury members are warned off either. 

Excellent, another conspiracy theory (jurors will be "warned off").

You guys are funny. First of all it was "why no arrests, it's because they are Muslim". Then they get arrested. Then it's "but no charges, it's because they are Muslim". Investigations complete, complaints against the police dismissed. Charges are brought. Then it's "Why has there been no trial, it's because they are Muslim and it's being buried."  Trial starts. "Yeah, but but but it's only because of Farage". 

And now it's "Starmer will bury it, can't upset Muslims, the jurors will be warned off and they won't do jail time". It's just hilarious to watch.

If, as expected, they get found guilty and are sentenced to custodial sentences what will it be then? Maybe start thinking of something now so you are ready. Will it be because of Farage? Yaxley-Lenon maybe? It can't just be the criminal justice system working in the way it always works, as it has been all along!

 

1 hour ago, treetops said:

 

If you do it online and use the spreadsheet to do both at once you will use C01 in the nationality field.  This is given in the spreadsheet info for "The Kingdom of Cambodia" which indicates to me it can definitely be done online.

Great answer.

Seems my thoughts were wrong.

4 hours ago, tomazbodner said:

I know now you're going to call me nuts but ... long, long time ago (that means before COVID) I used to take Air Asia to Penang in the morning, go to Yin's Sourdough bakery for breakfast, had her pack up my freshly baked sourdough bread, went to whatever that mall is at Komtar, picked up the bag, and returned to airport for evening flight back to Bangkok.

 

It was Yin who told me of her colleague, schoolmate at San Francisco who opened Holey bakery at Sukhumvit that I should try out. I did, but compared to Yin, which I haven't visited in 5+ years now, Holey wasn't on the same level, and it was considerably more expensive.

 

Haven't been to either of them in ages now, but the Holey's building design with ... well, holes... is certainly interesting. Thank you for reminding me of Holey. Time to check it out again, as a lot can change in pandemic. I'm happy it's still around.

I won't call you nuts, but that is some proper commitment! And yeah, it's a bit buts...

7 minutes ago, TallGuyJohninBKK said:

 

Yep, Bartel's regular sourdough is terrific, both sold in whole loaves and used as slices on their equally good sandwiches.

 

Unfortunately, while they also make a wholewheat version of their sourdough, it's pretty hard to come by, AFAIK.

 

Last time I talked to them on the subject, Bartels doesn't make their wholewheat sourdough readily available as an alternate bread choice for their sandwiches, even upon request...

 

And, while they do make and sell full loaves of their wholewheat sourdough, those are only in pretty small numbers each day, meaning they're often gone relatively early in the day.

 

Ah yes, good point. I got a bit excited and overlooked that the OP was specifically asking about wholewheat.

Still, at least I know what I'm ordering for my lunch tomorrow....

36 minutes ago, TallGuyJohninBKK said:

Also, the chain of farang-founded Holey bakeries in Bangkok have a range of gourmet sourdough breads, including a non-sweet wholewheat version that's quite good.

 

They sell their wholewheat sourdough loaves in their shops and via Grab delivery, with the latter running about 100b per loaf. It's one of our regular purchases for home consumption and tastes great!

 

 

https://www.holeybakery.cafe/

 

Their Phed Mak Mak sourdough at the bottom of the list above also is quite delicious, with its combination of sharp cheddar and jalapenos blended in.

 

Holey is pretty good, yeah.

For me by far the best bread I've had in Thailand is Bartels. Not the cheapest but absolutely unbelievable sourdough. Their sandwiches are incredible, packed full. Their Sriracha chicken sandwich is possibly the best sandwich I've ever had.  https://www.bartelsthailand.com/#OUR-BREAD

And Conkey's Bakery off Ekkamai is also superb. He also supplies many hotels and restaurants.  https://g.co/kgs/YxMgxVz

4 minutes ago, Geoff914 said:

Certainly puts you off flying with Qatar if that is what some of the passengers are capable of.

I don't think you can blame Qatar for something that happened in an airport an hour or so after a flight. Nothing to do with them.

There are undoubtedly nasty characters on every flight. If they behave themselves on the plane then what do you expect them to do? Check character references before allowing people to board?

And, forgetting the nastiness and cowardice of what they did, we don't actually know what happened on the flight. Maybe the man groped her? It doesn't justify the violence - not at all - but we don't know.

Maybe we'll find out during the trial.

6 minutes ago, problemfarang said:

 

i will do for them no charge.. just want to help..

so again anyone knows if cambodians can do online or not.. easy question

I don't think they can. I think Cambodian, Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam nationals have to do it in person or via an agent.

I am not 100% but am pretty certain.

1 hour ago, daveAustin said:

Don’t care where they’re from, I just don’t want to sit on a plane full of numpties. 🙂

This is racist and should be removed.

6 minutes ago, Magictoad said:

Both comments are a form of racism and should be removed. 

You're a barrel of laughs aren't you.

And considering we were making fun of ourselves what's your problem? I believe we are both from the north west, I know I am. 

I've tried a load of different dates next year and it never comes out cheaper than around £600.

So it's a big box of meh. I'll stick to Emirates.

2 minutes ago, BarraMarra said:

He wont respond Nick because he can't play the game and slag off Farage the film crew says it all.

Ha ha, says the man who has never replied to one of my factual posts in response to conspiracy claims (cover up etc, two tier nonsense etc). Just pops up, shouts about "what if they took a gun"? (They didn't, and why the question anyway? I don't get it). And now popping up with a random video about dinghies in the channel.

Again, What has any of this got to do with the trials of the Manchester Airport attackers? Care to respond for once?

8 minutes ago, BarraMarra said:

This happened 1 hour ago. This is the Clown MP farage on his own Boat witnessing and filming with GB News a boat full of fighting age men crossing the channel this morning. They filmed the french coast guard handing out life vests then once they were escorted out of french waters the English border force was waiting to pick them up to deliver them to Dover The cheeky frogs even told the migrants to hand there life vests back to the french on the boat.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What has this got to do with the trials of the Manchester Airport attackers again?

4 minutes ago, Seeall said:

No no get a full year statement don't mess around.

If you're with Bangkok Bank they don't do one year statements any more - they will only do up to six months.

If you want one year you request it in the bank and they will email it to you the following afternoon. 

I know because I asked for one three weeks ago and that's what they told me. No idea about other banks though.

8 hours ago, NanLaew said:

 

I share your concerns. Can you imagine +12 hours trapped onboard a plane full of scousers?!

Or even worse - a plane full of Mancs!

9 minutes ago, BarraMarra said:

What we are not discussing is what could have happened if these 2 thugs managed to take down one of the armed coppers and take his gun ?? That was a possibility. Remember the first interview with there lawyer came out with  " His cliant is in surgery now for a bleed on the Brain " what a load of crap. I bet he doesn't admit to that remark when he stands giving evidence.

Great, let's talk about things that are not relevant and didn't happen, I'll play.

What could have happened if one of these thugs managed to take down a copper and take their gun? He might have shot them? They might have shot him? Why is this important to speculate on exactly?
 

29 minutes ago, petermik said:

 

Appears to me you are........

Excellent, then I am sure you can quote any post where I did. I'll just wait here, I am sure it won't take you long.

And while you're looking just skip over the several posts where I have said I hope they get found guilty and serve jail time. 

 

16 minutes ago, BarraMarra said:

Sums you up posting on this thread joe just winding up you don't want to input this thread do you joe. Your rumbled as a wind up Merchant.

I have responded many times with lengthy, reasoned, and logical posts. And you fail to respond to any of them. You just come out with conspiracy nonsense and don't engage in logical debate. And throw out ridiculous stuff about dentists - you comment deserved it.

18 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

So why do you think they released the video of the police kicking them so long before they released the video of the attacks that actually led to the arrest? 

 

Why do you think it took so long to bring charges when it was all recorded on CCTV and was very clear exactly what happened? Compared to say, the tweeters about the Southport slaughter of kids that were arrested, charged and sentenced to unusually long sentences within a week... 

 

You've got no response to anything, other than a weak and predictable strawman about Farage which you then use as justification not to refute any of the points. Why don't you refute them? Because you can't. Weak as... 😄

 

Read the thread. I have posting all the reasoning twice, maybe three times now, in length. And each time none of you respond to it. Not once. You just come back with conspiracy nonsense and Farage licking. 

Go back, look at my posts, some of them are long and explain it all, logically. Wondering why no one responds to them? Because it doesn't fit the conspiracy theory.

 

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Self loathing Liberals... Jeez.

Phew, you almost got through an entire post without a childish cliche - I was getting worried.

4 minutes ago, BarraMarra said:

Clown party ? why are they ahead on all polls Nan? if it wasn't for Farage going out himself filming the boats coming over the channel the numbers would be surpressed. He warned us unless it is not stopped we will suffer in the next few years with rising housing, rising hospital appointments and dentist appointments. There not laughing at him now. Everything he said has become a reality now and its to late to stop it.

Damn those immigrants and their constant dentistry!!