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I think that the idea of switching to any form of electric propulsion for transport is only justified, given the state of world political thought, if you either a) prefer an almost silent form of propulsion, b) you wish to economise on the cost of burning hydro-carbon fuel, or c) you cannot conscientiously face adding CO2 to the atmosphere. If "c" then you need to consider the addition of CO2 as a by product of the manufacture of the aircraft and rule out aviation entirely. It is common knowledge that we don't have the proverbial snowball's chance in hell of avoiding average atmospheric temperature increase of less than 2deg C even if , by some miracle (and I don't agree with Scummo in miraculous beliefs), we started to seriously de-carbonise tomorrow. As discussed widely in other aviation forums, a new form of battery is not within a bull's roar of the present. Simply put, individuals chasing electric power solutions have only a tiny effect on the carbon load in the atmosphere.

ANO 95.10 states the following:- approved kit means a kit for the assembly of an aeroplane, being a kit: (a) that was manufactured by the holder of a certificate of approval in relation to the manufacture of kits of that kind; or (b) that was manufactured in accordance with an approval given by CASA; or (c) if the kit was exported to Australia in relation to which there has been issued, by the appropriate authority of the country from which the kit was exported, a certificate that is acceptable to CASA and that relates to the airworthiness of the aeroplane that can be assembled from the kit; or (d) in relation to which the RAA has issued a certificate stating that the kit meets the standards set out in the RAA Technical Manual.

I saw a similar operation in effect south of Canberra couple of years ago. I would describe what I saw then as extreme maoeuvering with very minimum altitude. Very risky. Don

Dean Wilson's Twin Explorer

Short, simple answer...NO!

Some bus drivers have to do it repeatedly (in heavy cattle trucks) for wages.

I think that there are 1m. ways that an aeroplane can kill you. Not all have been found yet.

Found this little drama on Youtube courtesy of "Homebuilt Aircraft" forum.

Some amphibians have retracts and are registered with RAAus.

Try this!!!

Has anyone had experience with oil leaking from thew Prop shaft seal in a Rotax C-Type gearbox? Mine has suddenly started to shed a little gear oil. Any experience or tips welcome. Don

VH-DIK is well known Gundaroo resident Dick Smith.

Nowhere near that much damage OME...ha ha ha ha!

We have a Tee hanger designed for Rans S-10 Sacota surplus. Some damage from tree impact. PM me if interested, Don,

HARS is a fabulous museum. The Southern Cross replica must be all but completed by now. The place is staffed mainly by enthusiastic volunteers who, going by my experience, are as generous with time and knowledge as you'd like. Having such a comprehensive collection within reach of most on the Eastern seaboard is a winner. I think that the siting of the original Southern Cross in a somewhat distant and uninspiring building kilometers from either the domestic and international terminals is disgraceful and I started a thread on the topic here some years ago. Lindberg acknowledged that the trans-Pacific crossing by Kingsford-Smith et al was a greater feat than his Atlantic crossing. The Spirit holds pride of place in the Smithsonian in Washington whilst the old bus is existing, Cinderella like, in a shabby warehouse. Shame!

The 1990's coincided with Daimler-Benz being in bed with Chrysler, a US corporation, No? Anybody see the pattern? Don

Could be an unintended consequence of Morrison's trade war.

Certainly, crankshaft overhaul is a particularly specialised and skillful task. Checking it for wear within tolerance not quite so complex. I bought a new crankshaft when considering replacement due to failure. Even so, replacement of old with new part is not a watchmakers skill. We are still debating private operations vs for hire/reward. I think there is a world of difference. Who really wants to be an instructor with so many students trying to kill you? Ps: Not many LSA's with R-582's to my knowledge, I could be wrong!

Thread drift has taken this far away from its origins. Recreational flying was intended to allow operators to assess their risk and act accordingly. My posts have attempted to argue that your decisions are dependent on the operational circumstances. Eg. Nev argues that taking off with high obstructions in your flightpath mandate a more conservative rule than the alternative. Are you going to risk tiger country? Is your aircraft likely to survive outlanding in a paddock? We are all involved in a pastime that contains some element of risk. It's up to you as pic to make a decision. Don't think that the govt is acting with your best interests in mind. Overhaul costs will vary according to what you wish to replace and your assessment of engineering probability. Do you want to do the work yourself - I know that it can be done successfully with care and underpinning skills..

This AD also mandates the overhaul periods for engines engaged in charter operations reflecting CASA policy related to the aircraft engaged in fare-paying passenger operations. ie. No mention of manufacturer's TTIS for aircraft engaged in private ops. that I can make out.

Requirements for operating piston engines in aircraft engaged in private operations are detailed in - AD/ENG/4 Amdt 11 - Piston Engine Continuing Airworthiness Requirements. There is no mention of requirement to observe manufacturer's time expiry limits.

Our Drifter has a hatch on the forward top surface of the pod. This is held in place with a pair of black plastic Dzus-type fasteners. One went AWOL in rough conditions the other day. Any ideas where a replacement can be obtained? Don

The Sapphire that I saw was powered by a 2 cylinder Continental . It came from a generator set that were once as common as... in Vietnam. This one was found on a tip , I think around Bendigo many years back. It only produced about 30hp and was noisy as the exhaust directed onto the prop. Magneto ignition and 2 spark setup.The old bloke owner was very proud of it and had flown to Natfly , Narromine from central Vic. Gob knows where it be now!

Please show evidence that R 582's are injuring the public or causing a high rate of property compensation claims.

Yanks will sell these off so cheaply that discount airlines find them irresistible. We travelers (as always) will be grist to the mill. And so it goes!