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Hi Terry, here is some info that I have been able to get from a master in the know, Please take note of "it needs careful adjustment" Hope this helps. "the 710 is the same as a VXA220 for connection purposes however it doesnt have a side tone so the volume control controls the side tone . It just needs careful adjustment but otherwise its fine."

Hi Alf, This bracket is for the Vee Rabbit. It is cast aluminium and fits into the wing keel.

Hi Glen, I have machined up an aluminium bracket for the keel which takes the Vee Rabbit brilliantly. It works for the topless and all others as well. I am now getting brilliant reception:clap: and transmission:clap:

Hi Ray, If you did the aerial would be below the top of your King Post and no problem getting it in or out of the hangar :-)

Hi Glen, the aerials that I use don't need any mods. I had a call from a Maitland flyer who was receiving me clearly in The Hunter Valley and with him using a hand held :-)

Hi Bluey, Excellent work on sharing the story and demonstrating to others to talk about problems. Hangar talk is invaluable! It could have been a different story flying a 582 with far less endurance :-)

Hi Sandman, Follow this link : www.microlighters.co.za • View topic - Oil Injection 582 This seems to be the same problem you are having.

Hi Pembs, What has happened to Perry? Is he still around

An Airborne XT912 with all extras: chute,radio,intercom,helmets etc sets you back 80 grand. Training is limited to early morning / late afternoon but when experienced you can fly all day long:big_grin: You are also looking at 7hrs endurance @ 65Kt if your bladder can take it:laugh: It can at times take a 3 axis pilot longer than an ab initio pilot to convert, but this depends on how quickly the individual can adapt in stressful situations! 15 hours would be about average!

Make sure that you have also warmed the motor before trying to loosen the bugger:exclamation:

Time U got your butt into gear and finished the Thruster:laugh: The weeds will be starting to grow through it soon

Hi Bluey, Swap your EGT contacts (left for right) You will then know if it is the thermocouple or the instrument. Give me a call if you are not sure what to do.

That is correct, the down tube would then be resting on the control bar with the control bar being just off the ground.:thumb_up:

When I am next at the airfield, I will take a picture. Let me have your mobile number and I will send it 2 U. Very simple, To drop your wing you would disconnect your down tube and then lower the mast. The tube protruding from the dash is where the hard plastic pipe fits,and the mast would then rest on part of the cut T piece.You are then free to wheel the trike into the hangar! (I presume the mast drops in a similar way to the Airborne?) Cheers, Len

Hi Les/Ray The way we do it is to get a short length of high pressure white plastic water pipe (approx 500mm long and 40mm dia) and a T piece to fit. These sizes are from memory and not measured! Cut the Tpiece in half (the top of the T) and then assemble it onto the short length of pipe. Drill a hole in the length of pipe (approx 150mm from the bottom) and insert a bolt and nut to stop it sliding down onto the dash. This then drops onto the the base from where you have removed your down tube. it would also be better to sleeve the pipe with a smaller pipe to have less movement. Drop the wing and away you go.

Hi Ray, The accumulated fuel usage on your instruments usually under reads by about 20%! Be careful!!

Hi Ray, Yes it was magic this morning! At Somersby we had 5 trikes and 2 powered parachutes flying , with the trikes flying to Manly and the powered parachute over Brisbane Waters. You must call in for a cup of coffee:wave:

Hi Ray, I think the trailer you are talking about belongs to Ray (another Ray) from Port Macquarie area. I met him when I flew up to Byron Bay on the October long weekend. He had not completed the trailer but had some briliant ideas!

Human Factors is an exam basically on how a person will perform with regards to stress,sickness,medication,decision making etc. This course is designed to reduce the level of accidents. Newly qualifying pilots have to pass "Human Factors" before being issued with a pilot certificate. Existing RAAus and transfering pilots have until Sept. 2010 to comply. Your profile is what HGFA have on record re your qualifications. RAAus on receipt of your profile, will then confirm with HGFA as to your standing in the organization (disciplinary etc) to obviate suspended pilots "jumping ship" and continuing to fly:clap:

Human factors for qualified transfering pilots required by Sept 2010 What is also required is your profile from HGFA and a condition report by a L2 as well as a check flight by an instructor.

Hi Ian, Any idea on expected delivery? Cheers, Len

Hi all, It would be interesting to know how many pilots have experience problems (and how often) with the Skydat GX2 showing open circuit on all the temps and the alarm light coming on. The only way to rectify the problem is by switching the instruments off and then on again.

Hi Kev, I have been a joint member of both organisations now for a year (previously only HGFA) and I will not be renewing with the HGFA. With regards to safety standards, in my opinion RAAus is way ahead as far as standards and maintenance courses go as well as brochures etc. Re fees : As far as instructors go the difference is staggering and one would have to pay many times the membership fee at the end of the day.(TIF forms and insurance) The HGFA answer is pass the extra costs on to the TIF or student (this is a no brainer) I was always a loyal HGFA member but the current management seem to have a major problem and I have found them unapproachable. Unfortunately when an instructor changes associations the members at the airfield tend to follow due to Bi Annual check flights etc. and of course any new student would have to be in the same associaton as the instructor. Therefore membership decreases and fees increase?? I applaud the hard workers in the HGFA for the effort that they have put in trying to better the association but I do not see microlighting remaining strong in the HGFA due to the cost structure and take it or leave it attitude. It will be interesting to see the results of the Ballot which now closes on the 30th September Please don't me!

Hi Andy, They are leaving the VNE the same as the Streak III. The trike had an add on windshield so the wind factor is reduced considerably.(magic on a long trip) At high speed the nose wheel is a serious rudder! It would not be physically possible to keep up that speed for long but was done for a very short burst to see where it would go.