K, normally I wouldn't do this but this forward had me chuckling more than most. I reckon I can justify the spam by the comedy value
After every flight, Quantas 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 humour! Here are some actual logged maintenance complaints and problems as submitted by Quantas pilots and the solution recorded by maintenance engineers (by the way, Quantas is the only major airline that has never had an accident):
Note: P = The problem logged by the pilot, S = The solution and action taken by the engineers
> > P: Left inside main tyre almost needs replacement.
> >
> > S: Almost replaced left inside main tyre.
> > 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 re-ordered.
> > P: Evidence of leak on right main landing gear.
> >
> > S: Evidence removed.
> > P: DME volume unbelievably loud. (Distance Measuring Equipment)
> >
> > 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: Target radar re-programmed with lyrics & brass section.
> > 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.
HAPPY FLYING!!!!
