Louie

Just received an order of 24 NGK DR9EA plugs, all came with caps. $4.66 each.

Read text first:This guy clearly has brass and you know the sailors on the flight deck had a cow when they saw this unfold in front of them. Intentional? Hardly!

 

This is unbelievable!

 

F-35 unintentional loop at takeoff a real "check your laundry" event.

 

A supremely well-trained US Navy pilot, ice running in his veins instead of blood, fully regains control of his $70 million, F-35 joint strike force fighter, after a problematic vertical take-off attempt... Watch as the rear vertical thruster fires to cause the problem.

 

There's nothing about this the pilot enjoys. If he could have ejected at 100' upside down and lived, he would have. Looks like the afterburner kicks in while still vectored for vertical takeoff. Lockheed would call this a "software malfunction" and do a little more "regressive testing". This is a good demonstration of power-to-weight ratio of this aircraft! And talk about stability control... wow!

 

If he didn't come out of the loop wings-level, it probably would have been bad news; maybe taking some of the carrier with him!

 

Add to this flying through your own exhaust, which can lead to equipment malfunctions, as in "flame out". The F-35 is single engine aircraft with vertical takeoff/landing capability, but it has the aerodynamics of a Steinway piano at zero airspeed. This is the most unbelievable piece of flying you will ever see in your life.

 

This guy's coolness saved a 70 million-dollar aircraft! On the other hand, he might not have had time to react to anything except just ride it.

 

I bet you'll watch it at least 2 times!

 

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10150113735642761

Just to get back to the ordinal posting about NGK D9EA spark plugs.When you buy them be also aware that they do not come with the caps (not sure what the correct term for the is) on the ends -just a threaded screw post. Even though the diagram on the box shows the plug with the cap in situ.

 

You need the caps to fit the ignition lead connectors. So if you want new ones you have to usually order them separately. Repco can get them for you but I had to order them. And they cost about $2 each if I recall. Nearly half the cost of the plug. I bought a set once and just recycle them now.

Thanks for the information just wanted to check as one of the uninitiated.

I understand the parts are cheap but somewhat confusing when you confirm with the engine manufacturer the part to use and then the part manufacturer says not to use them.

Have just purchased spark plugs for Jab 3300, NGK D9EA as recommended by Jabiru.

Noticed on packaging not for use in aircraft and also disclaimer on the NGK website.

I assume NGK is just covering their backside but just want to check I have the right plugs.

I use DriWash, a waterless solution which is sprayed on and buffs off. It can be used on aircraft. Just Google DriWash. I have no monetary interest in DriWash, it's what I have used for many years.

Thanks HITC very informative and have also read the link supplied by Crezzi.

To clear things further if using the red type plastic gerry with the yellow spout and black Mr Funnel what would be the best procedure?

Is it ok to attach the clip to the gerry handle to earth?

Is the yellow spout a problem?

Should the MR Funnel also be earthed?

Is it better to use metal containers?

Update your iPad to the just released iPad app, ( ios7 ) ."..I think that,s the number..."...then your ozrunways is stuffed. rang apple all I got was a sorry, but that,s not their problem, reversing the app ( deleting it, back to previous ) not possible.....so now I,m stuffed

Yeah good stuff. Why don't you change your name to Louie the FLY(er) Nev

Sorry guys images hopefully ok now.

Don’t miss scrolling all the way down to read the flight attendants comments to the passengers. Very good!

Kulula is a low-cost South-African airline that doesn't take itself too seriously. Check out their new livery! And have a read about their Customer Relations.

WHAT A PITY KULULA DOESN'T FLY INTERNATIONALLY - WE SHOULD SUPPORT THEM IF ONLY FOR THEIR HUMOUR - SO TYPICALLY SOUTH AFRICAN.

Kulula is an Airline with head office situated in Johannesburg . Kulula airline attendants make an effort to make the in-flight "safety lecture" and announcements a bit more entertaining.

Here are some real examples that have been heard or reported:

On a Kulula flight, (there is no assigned seating, you just sit where you want) passengers were apparently having a hard time choosing, when a flight attendant announced,

"People, people we're not picking out furniture here, find a seat and get in it!"

---o0o---

On another flight with a very "senior" flight attendant crew, the pilot said,

"Ladies and gentlemen, we've reached cruising altitude and will be turning down the cabin lights. This is for your comfort and to enhance the appearance of your flight attendants."

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On landing, the stewardess said,

"Please be sure to take all of your belongings.. If you're going to leave anything, please make sure it's something we'd like to have."

----o0o---

"There may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are only 4 ways out of this airplane."

---o0o---

"Thank you for flying Kulula. We hope you enjoyed giving us the business as much as we enjoyed taking you for a ride."

---o0o---

As the plane landed and was coming to a stop at Durban Airport , a lone voice came over the loudspeaker:

"Whoa, big fella. WHOA!"

---o0o--

After a particularly rough landing during thunderstorms in the Karoo , a flight attendant on a flight announced,

"Please take care when opening the overhead compartments because, after a landing like that, sure as hell everything has shifted."

---o0o---

From a Kulula employee:

"Welcome aboard Kulula 271 to Port Elizabeth . To operate your seat belt, insert the metal tab into the buckle, and pull tight. It works just like every other seat belt; and, if you don't know how to operate one, you probably shouldn't be out in public unsupervised."

---o0o---

"In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, masks will descend from the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, and pull it over your face. If you have a small child travelling with you, secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If you are travelling with more than one small child, pick your favorite."

---o0o---

"Weather at our destination is 50 degrees with some broken clouds, but we'll try to have them fixed before we arrive. Thank you, and remember, nobody loves you, or your money, more than Kulula Airlines."

----o0o---

"Your seats cushions can be used for flotation; and in the event of an emergency water landing, please paddle to shore and take them with our compliments."

---o0o---

"As you exit the plane, make sure to gather all of your belongings. Anything left behind will be distributed evenly among the flight attendants. Please do not leave children or spouses.."

---o0o---

And from the pilot during his welcome message:

"Kulula Airlines is pleased to announce that we have some of the best flight attendants in the industry. Unfortunately, none of them are on this flight!"

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Heard on Kulula 255 just after a very hard landing in Cape Town : The flight attendant came on the intercom and said,

"That was quite a bump and I know what y'all are thinking. I'm here to tell you it wasn't the airline's fault, it wasn't the pilot's fault, it wasn't the flight attendant's fault, it was the asphalt."

---o0o—

Overheard on a Kulula flight into Cape Town , on a particularly windy and bumpy day: During the final approach, the Captain really had to fight it. After an extremely hard landing, the Flight Attendant said,

"Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to The Mother City. Please remain in your seats with your seat belts fastened while the Captain taxis what's left of our airplane to the gate!"

---o0o—

Another flight attendant's comment on a less than perfect landing: "We ask you to please remain seated as Captain Kangaroo bounces us to the terminal."

---o0o—

An airline pilot wrote that on this particular flight he had hammered his ship into the runway really hard. The airline had a policy which required the first officer to stand at the door while the passengers exited, smile, and give them a "Thanks for flying our airline". He said that, in light of his bad landing, he had a hard time looking the passengers in the eye, thinking that someone would have a smart comment. Finally everyone had gotten off except for a little old lady walking with a cane. She said,

"Sir, do you mind if I ask you a question?"

"Why, no Ma'am," said the pilot. "What is it?"

The little old lady said,

"Did we land, or were we shot down?"

---o0o—

After a real crusher of a landing in Johannesburg , the attendant came on with,

"Ladies and Gentlemen, please remain in your seats until Captain Crash and the Crew have brought the aircraft to a screeching halt against the gate. And, once the tire smoke has cleared and the warning bells are silenced, we will open the door and you can pick your way through the wreckage to the terminal.."

---o0o—

Part of a flight attendant's arrival announcement:

"We'd like to thank you folks for flying with us today.. And, the next time you get the insane urge to go blasting through the skies in a pressurized metal tube, we hope you'll think of Kulula Airways."

Gee, my book hasn't arrived!!!I'm going to have to start hassling them!!!

The magazine hasn't arrived yet but received yesterday the bonus booklet that was part of the deal when signing up "Light Plane Maintanence - 40 Top Maintenance Tips".

Haven't read it all yet but it's 32 pages, black and white no frills jam packed with interesting and useful information.

Well worth signing up.

Thanks OME.

Good-one and thanks OME.

Just signed up although it's $29.97 for 6 months plus receive manual "40 Maintenance Tips" free.

Not sure it this is different offer but certainly happy with that.

Rob

John

Thanks GG. The centre panel (which is about an inch proud of the main flight panel) of the Morgan Sierra is just too narrow for the iPad. It would overhang the edges. I guess the iPad just wasn't designed with standard avionics unit widths (6.25") in mind. John.John I have also been toying with the idea of the iPad in the Sierra and understand that it won't fit in the centre section but thought it could be fitted flush (without cutting) over the centre section using a portrait shape with some sort of mount or velcro set-up. I realise it would still overhang marginally and take up that whole area but would make it portable, look ok and solve the problem. Not sure but just a thought as a solution to use OzRunways in the Sierra. As I said still only thinking on this one.

 

Rob

Just noticed that my July edition of the magazine did not arrive with a ballot paper inserted.

Anyone else have this problem?

Airport Metals Australia

Airport Metals in Tullamarine. Price List is on their website.

From memory they may have a minimum order of $100.

Agree with you Kevin re the low wing as I learnt to fly in a Piper Warrior.

Also looking to upgrade the brakes in the Sierra to discs and the added cost is a necessity in my opinion.

Look forward to keeping in touch.

Rob

Welcome Kevin and enjoyed your review Cameron.

I too have been researching for some time and had the pleasure of a fly in the Sierra with Garry in October last year. Certainly ticks all the boxes for me and the more I look I keep coming back to the Sierra.

Looking at placing an order soon and going 6 cyl Jab, flaps, wing tanks etc. Dollars start to add up but for what you end up with compares well against other aircraft.

Cheers

Rob

Toby

I am having problems accessing the blog as well since the problems.

Site comes up with an error message 'IE cannot access Operation Aborted'

Rob

Great news Toby. Keep up the good work and sounds like you could catch up on some sleep.

Hey Toby

Just went to check out your blog and getting a message that it has been hacked. I am hoping all your good work is still ok and that this has not caused you any grief.

Cheers

Rob

G'day Toby

As an interested potential Sierra builder have been enjoying your blog and wanted to say congratulations on the standard and detail that you have provided in documenting the build process.

Out of interest I would appreciate your suggestion on the suitable dimensions for a workbench to suit the Sierra build.

Also a question (maybe basic) I have regarding your blog is I notice you smoothing the gussets on a 'finisher'. From the photos looks like an upright type of belt sander. Is this an essential item that you would recommend having to make the job easier?

Keep up the good work.

Cheers

Rob

Welcome Lightning Man. I am in the same space as you looking to get back to flying through Recreational after a number of years out of GA. I too have recently joined and found this a great site to find out anything you need to know from friendly aviators sharing the same passion.

Thanks Peter. Have checked out the photos and website and looks good. Are there many out there flying?