Kiwi

I went for a quick flight around Gatton in the Drifter this afternoon, took some photos and noticed the max ground speed on the gps. (I think I must have had it in the 182 at some stage)

I have the standard Brolga Prop and sorry but I can't remember which pitch blocks are in it, but it is the standard setup. All my flying is at about 50 to 53 knots at around 5200rpm one up, or up to 5600 at max weight. Another (more) experienced Drifter pilot suggested that with the extra battens, the wing has a "thicker" wing profile whereas the standard wing is "thinner". (Between the top battens, the top surface is lower on the standard setup. The more battens reduces the "low" points.) Also when you look at Franks wing, the Battens act like "fences" helping the airflow. Kiwi

Mine has the extra battens, I don't think it goes any quicker...... That's what the Rans is for. Kiwi

Hey Keith, this wasn't you on the corner the other day was it?

Two of my longest flights in my Wire Braced Drifter, all at 50 knots through the air. 7.6 hours (just under 400nm) Boonah to Narromine with stops at Inglewood and Warialda, "Lynden" (15nm west of Gunnedah) 6.3 hours (265nm) "Lynden" to Boonah with no stops. (With my long range tanks fitted, I have 110 liters usable) I have plenty of flights of over 4 hours. Kiwi.

Here is the you tube link, I don't think they were trying to be heroes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrZNNkvmZJQ

It followed me home, can I keep it?

The same Jared that has always been courteous and helpful, The same Jared that always returns my calls and emails ? You catch more flies with honey than vinegar.

I am still planning to go for the Saturday, I know of others who are keen to go even if it is not officially on. Kiwi

"you can't fly them in windy days, you won't enjoy it in winter" Thanks FT, I didn't know that. Pity that I didn't know that back in 1999 as I wouldn't have "suffered" in my Drifter for the last 1100 hours over the last 17 years. I guess that there mustn't have been many windy or cold day. danny_galaga I would try Clifton http://loneeagleflyingschool.org.au/ or Gympie http://www.recreationalflyingco.com.au/ Kiwi

If you own a RANS, check out http://www.ransclan.com/forums/forum.php Kiwi

The Rans is great but I love the feel of the wind through my hair.

Hi all, Knocked off early today, meant to mow the lawn but went for a quick fly first. If you know Gatton Airpark you may notice something strange in this photo.... Yes, the windsock is pointing straight down the strip! Kiwi.

Hi All, Long time no posts so I thought I would revive this thread.... I got home in time to go for a quick flight before last light tonight... Only .4 but loved it just the same. Kiwi

See you on Saturday, I can only go for one night (only been married for a year and a bit) Kiwi

Myself and three others got as far as Gunnedah on Friday, still there now.

Hi All, This morning I found Amberley ATIS on 123.3 Nothing in ERSA yet. Kiwi

On my way..............

Done.

I've only seen one with a crack and it has over 3000 hours on it. Kiwi

You will find it at http://www.recreationalflying.com/threads/raaus-general-meeting-called.52288/page-10 Post 193 Kiwi Idiot

I think you just did. Kiwi:doh:

Good to see another real pilot on the forum. Kiwi.

Has you registration been processed yet ? I paid online and emailed all of the photos they may need over two weeks ago, but my rego still has not been processed, and it expired on Friday. Your quote "a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing" seams to be a more accurate description of our current Executive and former CEO. And the first part of your quote ("a tale told by an idiot") Is a very accurate description of the email that Gavin Thobaven and Myles Breitkreutzare trying to circulate. Their names definitely need to be added to the "incompetent" list. Kiwi Idiot. Yet another grounded unhappy member

That's my ride on mower. Kiwi.