Good point there, Fatum.

Read carefully. SGD11k is expenditure not covered in the IAPT programme fees. That means to say, the IAPT programme is of a different expense. May cost up to SGD100k or more.

SGD11k not even enough to train you for a PPL in Singapore.

This IAPT programme is rather similar to those offered in Australia flying schools as it is CASA governed.

Well, same case here for me as bro WeetWeet. I did not make it to OCS. I could not 'tahan' the wayangness within the platoon and I did not see the need to out-wayang my platoon mates just to get into OCS. Anyway, BMT was just 2 months and if the SAF thinks it could pick quality talent from just 2 months worth of evaluation then good luck to them. However, during my last few weeks in SISPEC BSLC, they decided to call me down for an interview. I am not too sure why the last minute decision though.

Anyway, I went for the interview and was rejected. I was asked by a COL many questions on why I was not selected for OCS. He particularly arrowed me a lot of questions on my BMT and SISPEC performance. I was also asked, "Do you know that to become a pilot, you need to make it to OCS and become an officer?" I could sense the 'inferiority' that he was trying to put across to me just because I did not make it to OCS. I pitied the MSG who was also among the judges on the interview panel.

It might be a blessing in disguise for not being selected like one of the bros have mentioned here. Aim for SIA. I believe they have better employee remuneration as compared to RSAF. If not, get a PPL in Malaysia or go overseas and self-sponsor your ATPL.

Good luck to your aviation dream.

I am also wondering why Clifton was promoted to 2LT with the RSAF wings, but Andrew is still a REC? Not that it really matters at this point of time since both have passed away.

Nevertheless, I cannot seem to help but feel a sense of preferential treatment here. Not good at all.

That's what they always tell you. "You guys are the elite! You guys are not in a normal infantry unit. Better educated etc etc..."

All in the effort to make you feel good and serve the nation better.

See your PM

Originally posted by crxiong353:

Yes, love for flying, aviation, military aviation..

No one can understand my love for aviation. Hell, I even got an unofficial record with the police for my passion.

I was like you once. Damn garang, applied various positions in the airforce. During BMT, I realised how this organisation functions and understand the shit and regimentation and decided this kinda life isn't for me. I gave up my applications and served my 1 year 10 months and F off. How glad that I made that decision.

You gotta be in the organisation to see and feel yourself the shit and regimentation and ask yourself if this is really what you want.

 

 

 

 Wah.. unofficial police record? let me guess. through plane spotting si bo?

It's the Ford EVEREST and not Explorer.. Big difference between these two. I believe it should be assembled in Thailand. It has an engine capacity of 2.5L with a 4 speed automatic transmission. Speed limit is still at 50km/h so in fact it has a greater possibility of the driver falling asleep while driving especially when it comes with air conditioning, automatic transmission, comfortable pvc seats and no radio set.

Originally posted by cornyfish2000:

I don't have a problem with Nissan cars.

I think cefiro looks better and more stylish than either the camry or the Accord.. and i certainly dun agree that it is worse off technologically. Now really, by saying it's behind toyota and honda technology wise, what exactly are you referring to? The engine? Really, you've got to drive one before you can make any comparison.. it really isn't fair to put down a car company just based on what you imagine to be the case.

All I have to say is that one man's meat is another man's poison. For me, I don't think cefiro has an edge over camry or even the accord in terms of design. That is why you have different cars for different markets. Take the cefiro to europe and it will score sh*t among consumers. No offence to cefiro drivers, but I have seen lots of negative feedback from europeans on the cefiro. Design is just a matter of perspective.

For the drive, it is also another case of preference. I have driven the cefiro, camry and accord and can honestly say that cefiro and camry just lack the x-factor in its drive albeit both being smooth cruisers with plush seats esp with the cefiro.

Nonetheless, back to topic, we are comparing sylphy against its competitors which would be civic. Sylphy 2.0 vs Civic 2.0Si. Leave design out, tech wise, I can confidently say the Civic will win hands down.

Originally posted by iamstreet15:

usually i see ford focus hav dirty front rims..

I believe european cars are using a different kind of brake pad which produces more brake dust which is why the focus has dirty front rims. Same with many 3 series and C class. Correct me if I am wrong.

Honestly, I find the P-plate material used dumb. Yes, it is of pretty high quality with 3M's super-sticky-ever-famous-adhesive, however not quite practical. At $10+, you cannot even afford to shift the P -plate around cars due to the super sticky adhesive.

I do not understand why the P-plate cannot be like a decal instead? Just like Malaysia(P) and also Europe(A). It will be so much 'portable' and affordable, and I believe it will bring down the numbers for new drivers not displaying the P-plate due to whatever reasons.

Say you have got 3 cars at home and you do not know which car you will get to drive everyday as your dad loves driving different cars everyday, so just buy 3 P-plate decals and stick on all 3 cars la! haha

Originally posted by sinicker:

3. yes, any wider would be an invitation for someone to cut in.

4. if signal early, the car on the right lane a distance behind you would speed up thus not allowing you to lane change.

haha.. it's a reality of life i guess.

when i first started driving, yea signal intention first then change lane. but hey, typical singaporean style is speed up and dun let u cut.

so i think most experienced drivers just look for opportunity first, then actually signal maybe a second before changing lane. not a good practice imo, as you'll probably surprise the back driver and cause him/her to brake suddenly, if not done carefully.

but, what to do when ur driving on a 'car cut car' world?

Originally posted by ceecookie:

yea i now but the thread starter aint say i cant post foreign cars here

hmm.. let's say ur i/c states ur a "male" and it didnt state "ur not female" so are you female?

Originally posted by Itachi:

any important point to take note of?

don't underestimate its simplicity? lol in other words, study for it just like any other test. get it done and over with it so dun need to waste 6 bucks for every test.

definitely the s2k

i remember when i was 1mth before my 18th bday, went down to the centre to ask.. best part is i queued up for 10mins just to ask the lady whether i could book btt on the spot. end up kana rejected, ppl in the queue still heard my question

Originally posted by ^tamago^:


7 = 7 series
50 = 5.0-litre engine displacement (not always right)
i = Fuel-injected model
[b]A = Automatic transmission
L = Long wheelbase model
[/b]

i = individual btw
A = automatic transmission? then i think most bmws should have A too eh then there won't be any issue.. most probably stands for "armoured" like what i mentioned earlier.. if not the car won't have an omv of 400+k

Originally posted by Gazelle:

I suspect it is because the car is bullet proof and it is like a armor vechicle for head of state. guess what, they dont have to pay road tax too.

then could it be that the "A" for 750iAL stands for armoured?

SW66, forgot the ending suffix. Black Gallardo. Kept tailing me on the TPE on lane 4..

Originally posted by sir_peanuts:

SP1 is the car of speaker of parliament Abdullah Tarmugi. I've seen it at his residence at Namly Avenue for many times.

I saw the PM in a car with a rather low-profile number... SDU9437G.

PM drive what car ar? As in his own private use. I heard it's a white 7th gen accord? hehe

Originally posted by kentheman:

things we prayed for when we lao yu sheng

1. tio toto
2. tio 4d
3. speed limit up
4. wun get caught for speeding
5. no more demetri points
6. more money, better car

anymore to add, kinda forget wat we prayed for alr..

i think someone prayed for the tp to be blind or smth? haha

Originally posted by bounce34:

everyone forget abt the honda accord already ?

understated.. but i like it that way haha

Originally posted by Shantelle:

ha.. they still drank.. a little tipsy i guess.. but andrew was lucky.. he was just a few steps away from home..

don't forget i had to drop my friend who is ur sister's friend who is your friend's friend off..

Originally posted by hoosdathu:

got a bargain buy at $450 just now.
(thanks for all the demo Andrew)

thanks for viewing and
have a prosperous and healthy chinese new year ahead!

A pleasure to do business with you hehe. Hope ur enjoying the phone

If you're bored of the phone can always look for me for new models if I happen to have lol.

Originally posted by huoye:

oei AF1 say wan meet me together go but nv call mi.

ehh i thought u would be going there urself so i didnt contact u in the end lol.. miscommunication sorry about that bro

Originally posted by shenjingbing:

tong gaN

comrade, u really from China or just some idiot who wants to fool around? lol well at least now we know how fortunate we are to have at least hyundais and kias