Friday, November 11, 2005
Heli, oh helicopter
10 November 2005 – Had an interesting day today. Took a flight on a helicopter as part of my work. 1st time on a heli, and 1st time for work! The heli is new, just arrived from France about 3 days ago. They flew the heli from France to Malaysia over 14 days with various stopovers. It’s the “Super Puma AS 332L2” which costs about RM70 mil. Financiers to the company were invited to view the latest asset acquisition, and were later given a ride in the heli, and treated to lunch.
Have always thought that the seating capacity was limited on a heli, but surprisingly, this one could seat about 20pax. We went from Subang Terminal 3, flying over PJ to KL area. Circled KLCC, proceeded to Kajang area, and then to Putrajaya, before heading back to Subang. Apparently, air traffic control is quite strict. Two trips were made for the “joy ride”. Luckily, I was on the 1st trip, and we managed to see Putrajaya, but the 2nd trip was not given entry to Putrajaya for some reason or another. Air traffic controlled via KLIA.
The day was sort of hazy, but view was still quite good. It’s different compared to viewing from a plane, as the heli could fly lower, so it was a better view.
The take off was smooth, sort of lifted off the ground a couple of meters, and then moved forward and proceeded to take off like an aeroplane while airborne. Cool! It was hot in the heli and kind of noisy. Landing was smooth too. Almost didn’t feel it at all. Enjoyed the view a lot. Quite an experience.
Attaching some pics as samples, the bluish colour is due to the heli’s window colour I think. Still, quite a view! Will attach more pics later.
Menara Maybank! One of the more prominent landmarks in KL. Took a few other shots of Menara Maybank, and will upload later. Taking quite a while to do on my home PC.
KLCC and the KL Tower. We went much much closer to the twin towers and the KL Tower, and managed to get some more shots. But these are just some teasers. :)
Have always thought that the seating capacity was limited on a heli, but surprisingly, this one could seat about 20pax. We went from Subang Terminal 3, flying over PJ to KL area. Circled KLCC, proceeded to Kajang area, and then to Putrajaya, before heading back to Subang. Apparently, air traffic control is quite strict. Two trips were made for the “joy ride”. Luckily, I was on the 1st trip, and we managed to see Putrajaya, but the 2nd trip was not given entry to Putrajaya for some reason or another. Air traffic controlled via KLIA.
The day was sort of hazy, but view was still quite good. It’s different compared to viewing from a plane, as the heli could fly lower, so it was a better view.The take off was smooth, sort of lifted off the ground a couple of meters, and then moved forward and proceeded to take off like an aeroplane while airborne. Cool! It was hot in the heli and kind of noisy. Landing was smooth too. Almost didn’t feel it at all. Enjoyed the view a lot. Quite an experience.
Attaching some pics as samples, the bluish colour is due to the heli’s window colour I think. Still, quite a view! Will attach more pics later.Menara Maybank! One of the more prominent landmarks in KL. Took a few other shots of Menara Maybank, and will upload later. Taking quite a while to do on my home PC.
KLCC and the KL Tower. We went much much closer to the twin towers and the KL Tower, and managed to get some more shots. But these are just some teasers. :)
Thursday, November 03, 2005
Movies
Went to see "A Corpse Bride" today. Quite different, even in terms of being a cartoon. Show was quite entertaining, with a bit of laugh in between, but didn't think it was superb. Actually, I wouldn't have gone to watch it but was recommended by my elder sister. On the whole, it was watchable, but could have waited for the DVD instead.
Also went to see "The Exorcism of Emily Rose". Must admit, was apprehensive at first, as I tend to avoid horror shows, but this was not as scary as others I have seen. More like a court room drama, but serves to tell the story of Emily Rose and her demonic possession. The cinema was packed, and sat right in front, so the effect was doubly compounded! It certainly made one think about the spiritual realm, and question whether one believe or not. I liked the movie, but again, didn't think it was brilliant. Still, should be watched on the big screen for the few effects which it had.
Also went to see "The Exorcism of Emily Rose". Must admit, was apprehensive at first, as I tend to avoid horror shows, but this was not as scary as others I have seen. More like a court room drama, but serves to tell the story of Emily Rose and her demonic possession. The cinema was packed, and sat right in front, so the effect was doubly compounded! It certainly made one think about the spiritual realm, and question whether one believe or not. I liked the movie, but again, didn't think it was brilliant. Still, should be watched on the big screen for the few effects which it had.
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