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    Our Evektor Sportstar (and Birddogs presumably) is facory built LSA (specifically SLSA). Which, as I understand it, is an international standard.
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    I did look into whether 912's could be maintained per airswitched hours - the conclusion I arrived at, unfortunately, matches this view... https://foxbatpilot.com/2017/04/12/rotax-engines-4-scheduled-maintenance-update/ . Thanks to Peter Harlow who also corresponded with me via email. Key quote below. So – make no mistake, if you have a 912-series Rotax engined aircraft, scheduled maintenance must be carried out based on engine running hours, NOT flight times! On the topic of TBO, the advice was, from two sources, you must follow manufacturers rules to stay as LSA (either CASA or RAAus).. https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2016/april/pilot/pe_savvy Key quote below. Here’s another oddity. Rotax also builds a certified 912S version for use in Normal-category airplanes such as the Liberty XL. When your certificated Rotax 912S reaches its 2,000-hour TBO, you can keep flying as long as the engine remains in airworthy condition, because TBOs are not compulsory for noncommercial operators of certificated aircraft. However, if you own a Van’s RV–12 SLSA powered by a Rotax 912ULS, you are required by regulation to overhaul it at the 2,000-hour mark—because that’s what Rotax says to do Note: RAAus conversion from LSA to ELSA at TBO does however remain an option.
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    A shame, maybe they can either watch from the vantage points or hitch a ride with their GA friends?
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    I saw Murray sporting a 100aeroplanes.org t-shirt out at Lilydale Flying school... so I had to look it up.. "The basic idea is to fly 100 aeroplanes over Point Cook, home of the RAAF, the Shrine of Remembrance, and over Melbourne. Technically, this will not be a formation of 100. In fact, we might not be able to find 100 formation-endorsed pilots and suitable aircraft. The event is best described as a Balbo, or an Air Armada. This means there will be multiple smaller formations working together to fly a large number of aircraft over Melbourne in the same timeframe. Route here.. https://www.100aeroplanes.org/flight-details/route Great idea I think.
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    The basic idea is to fly 100 aeroplanes over Point Cook, home of the RAAF, the Shrine of Remembrance, and over Melbourne. Technically, this will not be a formation of 100. In fact, we might not be able to find 100 formation-endorsed pilots and suitable aircraft. The event is best described as a Balbo, or an Air Armada. This means there will be multiple smaller formations working together to fly a large number of aircraft over Melbourne in the same timeframe. Refer https://www.100aeroplanes.org
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    A shame CASA isn't subsidising SkyEcho. Has anyone had any experience with PingUSB? Obviously it is ADSB-In only so you need to be looking at Avplan/Ozrunways on a tablet to make use of it, and of course you are not 'visible' to other aircraft.
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    I fly at Lilydale on the east of Melbourne... $120/hr midweek in a Jabiru. https://www.lilydaleairport.com.au/about-us/yarra-valley-aviation-our-fleet Best part is the friendly country feel.. chatting in the hangars, a few social activities, getting a free ride with someone who is doing a daytrip. They are also doing weekly online seminars (apparently recorded on their facebook channel - Lilydale Flying School)
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    Yes, my understanding is eall ndorsements on RPC carry forward to RPL. I am currently RPC, with PAX and working towards XCountry. The process convert to RPL (I'm told) is get an ASIC, a Basic Class 2 medical (up to 1 PAX) or Class 2 medical (2+ PAX), fill in a webform, and then when CASA issues a licence you do a type familiarisation flight test in a GA aircraft. I might go this path because the Jabirus I learnt in aren't available to rent for weekends away, and hence this it opens up more aircraft like a C150 or Tomahawk etc. !Looking to buy a good one if anyone knows of any!)
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    Hi Azna Currently we have two solid (and one potential) RPC syndicate members lined up from Melbournes eastern suburbs. We are willing to convert to RPL for the right aircraft. We are looking for something to purchase that is suitable for "mid-distance cross-country" trips (eg weekends) and also economical to operate. The ideal criteria is - Useful load of of 230kg+; - Well maintained, reliable engine, access to parts; - Fuel of 80L+, potentially MOGAS which will soon be available at our airfield; - Airframe suitable for tie-downs (unless we have enough members to defray expensive hangarage) We have looked at C150/C152, Tomahawk, Skippers, J170/J200.. and are keen to find the right one (If anyone has a good tip, let us know) If you want to know more, PM me and we can arrange a call. SGM
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    Reply from CASA today.. ” I have nothing further that I can advise you at this time in relation to timing. I can say that the project is certainly continuing to progress amongst the many other regulatory projects currently under way”
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    I have (again) emailed the CASA individual who gave me the last update... seeking news. The subject line of my email was the auto-generated "Query regarding DP 1912SS on the amendment of MTOW values that are specified in CAO 95.55, Part 149, Part 149 MOS, Part 103 and Part 103 MOS (Consultation related)". Initially my email went to [email protected] and was then passed to some named individuals, one of which replied. I won't list their names here, but feel free to email the mailbox above.
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    Interesting. I'm in Victoria and fly a J160. A few of us are considering a syndicate for weekends away etc. The J170 and J230 are under active consideration for their additional load potential... ie extra fuel. I'd like to fly a family location about 500km away without stopping, and also allowing for a potential for a headwind. As a low hour pilot I'd like something that handles well. Is the suggestion the J170 or the J230 is better behaved?
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    I guess my assumption is that GA aircraft handle tiedowns better than RAAus lighter aircraft - for extended periods anyway
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    We had some pretty strong winds last week in Melbourne - many large gum trees down, power outages etc. The media reported gusts of 124km/hr (~67 knots). Our local airfield (Lilydale) has many GA aircraft on tiedowns (including a few ligher ones like C150's, Tomahawk etc), but no RAAus registered aircraft on tiedowns that I have ever noticed... even "cheap" Jabirus are all in (expensive-to-rent) hangers. I have seen a couple of older Jabiru J120's on tiedowns and covered up at Coldstream a few km's away, curious to know how they faired in the recent storms. Has anyone had good experiences keeping RAAus registered aircraft outdoors in windy locales?
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    FYI ... I asked CASA for an update... here is the reply for anyone interested Hello Steve CASA is continuing to work on the DP 1912SS project. At this time, drafting instructions for the amendments are being developed. The draft amended regulations will also go again for industry consultation. The timeline is difficult to define at the moment with impacts of COVID-19 on many CASA resources. CASA will need to consider the second stage of consultation from the draft amendments.
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    Visit YLIL and (subject to some advanced planning) I'll show you the Yarra Valley and its wineries and admire your Savannah.
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    Great day so far ... flying the flag for Angel Flight...literally.
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    Tyabbairshow.com .. It's a bit slow, but it works for me, hopefully it's because lots of people are coming.
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    I was excited to hear Angel Flight will have a small stand at the Tyabb airshow, they usually have some great people answering questions and collecting coins...
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    Thanks everyone.. I will pass on this “bargain”
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    Thanks guys...The reason given for the bulk strip was "rough running at 1000RPM, which was caused by Cam lobes having deteriorated - dual lifter lobes". Engine is O-320 E2D.
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    Looking for advice I noticed a Cherokee for sale with about 300 hours remaining before hitting TBO hours. However it recently had a full "Bulk Strip" incluing new bearings, gaskets, camshaft, internal bore etc at a cost of $10k (which was roughly half labour). The comment from the seller was "The engine can go past the TBO for all ops other than Charter which I doubt you will need. Especially as it has had a recent extensive overhaul. We can't understand why it was not zero timed at the overhaul." For the purposes of comparing other aircraft for sale, how much life in hours would it be reasonable to assume a bulk strip gives?
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    Mark interviewed my daughter and I for the most recent Sport Pilot. He flew to YLIL especially for the occasion. We had a lot of laughs during the process of the interview, and he left a lasting impression positive on both myself and my daughter. He found a lot of joy in flying, and he wasn't afraid to pass that passion on. What a legacy!
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    Kenny84 : Can you suggest a few of the USA websites so I can read up? I'm curious about whether spare parts still available for the aircraft. Also, with your aircraft are the Jabiru Service Bulletins etc all up to date. Thanks !!
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