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viper52

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    Zenith 701SP
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    Maitland NSW
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    Australia

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  1. This was my second year at Temora and it was definitely quieter. Why can't there be flying displays besides the daily aerobatic show. Hop in an aircraft and do a couple of circuits in front of the crowd, don't have to be a CASA endorsed display pilot for that. Park similar aircraft together, took ages to wander around and find some of the RA Aus aircraft. Did enjoy the RV's and Sonex's on display even if they weren't RAA, they are aircraft. The comments about practical workshops made before are spot on. There need to be a lot more, even if the gurus from the SAAA do them. Practical demonstrations on maintenance, aircraft cleaning, fueling, repairs etc. How about some workshops on repairing flat tires, or how to be a copilot for the wife/ to the wife. As for CASA, well there appeared to be more inspectors than attendees on Friday. But as has been said, a ramp check shouldn't scare anyone but couldn't they give a prize for the best aircraft library or best folded chart or something and make it an enjoyable experience?? They could have done some information sessions on CTA avoidance/entry, circuit entry etc. Safety seminar's? Positive stuff for the RAA pilot. Even though I drove down from the Hunter (aircraft only has one and a half wings and no engine yet) the marshaling and transport the volunteers provided seemed excellent. Two cents worth.
  2. The original 701's had a tank in front of the instrument panel and no wing tanks. When the design was upgraded to the 701SP to allow larger engines then the wing tanks where introduced. I assume that using wing tanks, apart from allowing greater volume of fuel to be carried, also helped the weight and balance issues of the larger heavier engines.
  3. viper52

    Ian

    Builders on the web hello fellow builder, lots of people out there building 701's. Try this forum http://forums.matronics.com/viewforum.php?f=70 Its in the USA but lots of good info. or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/701builders/ or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/701buildersaus run by a gentleman in Ballina with lots of good info and does a very nice landing gear leg. or http://jimsplane.com/ Jim is also happy to discuss the mighty 701. If all else fails you can PM me and I can tell you what not to do and how many times I have had to remake parts:censored: Rodger
  4. The cadet scheme is continually undergoing changes as Qantas ( and other airlines as well) try to manage the pilot shortage that is going to hit Australian Aviation over the next few years. If you are just starting out this a great time to commence a career in aviation, lots of jets on order and only a small number of pilots actually getting the qualifications. I fly the A330 and I can tell you it is worth the effort and money.;)
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