GCE 'A' Levels in Maths Pure and Maths Applied as well as Physics and ART • and I well remember his explanation of the IDEA of a MEMEX, which would take the form of an electronically computerised version of a rolodex device; and so [IT] was that having considered the idea of joining a BOAC pilot training programme, it transpired that I was invited to be one of the first cadets, straight from Grammar School, to be trained as Ministry of Aviation Air Traffic Controllers • and so [IT] was that I began my training, by way of learning the concept of systems analysis on an IBM 64K Mainframe Computer, that then transmogrified into a familiarisation with Digital Equipment Corporation PD11s and my subsequent IDEA of utilising the AFTN for the purpose of an enhanced radar-handover capability, between Air Traffic Control Centres, during my secondment to Eurocontrol, and subsequent return to the CAA at West Drayton.
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Added by Michael Grove at 10:02 on November 28, 2021
p with three twists -- 540 degrees, or 3π radians, thus, a 3π Möbius strip track.Having studied 'A' Level Maths Pure & Applied, Physics and Art at Borehamwood Grammar School in the 1960's • which gave me access to being trained as one of the first few Upper Airspace Air Traffic Radar Controllers • and subsequently being seconded from the MOA/MOD to EUROCONTROL in Buxelles & Luxembourg, pending the opening of the Maastricht Upper Airspace Centre in Beek NL, I can only propose that this project shouts volumes with deep respect for and regard to Buckminster Fuller's in depth understanding of SYNERGETICS.
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Added by Michael Grove at 10:34 on November 24, 2022
from Grammar School, who qualified in 1967 with a pilot's licence, ATC Aerodrome, Approach, Approach Radar, Area, Area Radar (joint civil/military) & meteorological certifications to my credit.
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