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  1. IanR
    If only casa would do things in a reasonable time. 29 business days after doing my medical and I am still waiting !
  2. IanR
    I did - when I was pretty sick ! Now waiting to get my medical approved 5 years later - long delays in CASA !!
  3. IanR
    That flight sounds familiar !
  4. IanR
    The compression or leak down number only say what each cylinder is like. The cost of replacement or overhauled cylinders is not huge. However, on a little used engine the big problems will come from internal corrosion and deterioration on things like camshaft, etc. When I bought my Auster it had done only 3 hours in the last year. One cylinder had 36 while the others were 78. It had corrosion and leaking round valve seat. This was fixed and the total was about $1500.
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    Brings back memories. Quite a few hundred enjoyable hours flying SNQ including on my honeymoon!
  6. IanR
    Don’t sell the Auster Kaz. It’s painful
  7. IanR
    I only met Ido last month and went for a fly with him. He seemed a very nice guy and his enthusiasm for all things aviation was infectious
  8. IanR
    With my current cancer there is no talk of cancelling actual licence. In fact CASA are keeping in touch with progress so we can start the process of getting medical back. While the process sucks it certainly attainable. there was an article not that long ago of a QANTAS flight that was crewed completely by people who have recovered from cancer.
  9. IanR
    Still battling the big c but making progress. Hopefully get my medical back in a few months
  10. IanR
    Nice one Nev ! The C180 is one of my all time favourite touring aircraft.
  11. IanR
    Pretty impressive. The difference between the Foxbat and A32 is huge and shows what can be achieved cleaning up. They are the same wing I think.
  12. IanR
    Hi all, just wondering if anyone in the Sydney area has FLARM installed in a GA aircraft. Would be interested in chatting
  13. IanR
    It’s weird flying in to Camden via Oran Park. It’s a huge new town where the old race track was. Every roof is grey !
  14. IanR
    While I understand its an interesting project and is worth doing to keep brain cells working I am not sure that there is actually a need for a backup ? If you are using apps like OzRunways they allow you to load a copy on your phone as a backup as part of the subscription - including all the functions they offer.
  15. IanR
    Wouldn't it depend on what the minimum octane rating for your engine is ?
  16. IanR
    There has been a big focus recently in reviews on partial engine failure. Last two AFRs I have done have included it. As the guy says in the video in some ways it can be worse than a complete failure
  17. IanR
    I plan on being there
  18. IanR
    I am going for the full week - my first time. Joined the EAA and booked the full week ticket as well as camping on site. All very easy.
  19. IanR
    Brings back so many memories - sitting in class overlooking Rose Bay watching the operations (don't remember so much about the class !!)
  20. IanR
    The ASIC is not that hard to get. Takes a while and costs money though. Quite a few locations require them
  21. IanR
    That’s what makes me think it’s part of their act but cool anyway
  22. IanR
    Well, not sure if this was staged or for real but its certainly impressive ! I don't think current LAMEs would go to these lengths !
  23. IanR
    Looks like a typical busy day in the circuit at our local airfield !
  24. IanR
    I have used "The Claw" for years on my aircraft. Recently we bought four sets from the Clearprop store for the four Scouts NSW Cessnas - so these days we are not using the aforementioned Boy Scout Pegs !!
  25. IanR
    Nev, unfortunately most of the effected engines have very low hours - ours only 130 since overhaul !! BTW are you going to Nuriootpa in September ? Would be good to catch up
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