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Then came the news that the 5th generation techno-marvel coming out of the US MIC could not even fly at sustained supersonic speeds (just as a reminder, normally the concept of “5th” generation not only implies the ability to fly faster than the speed of sound, it also implies the ability to do so (for a lengthy period of time) without even the use of afterburners, in the so-called “supercruise” mode!).

A Canberra times front page article I saw last Thursday was headed "Contract Tracing..." This on a front page FGS! I used to be a proofreader on this paper decades ago but saw the demise of proof reading as electronic typesetting took over. How could such an obvious error get through to the front page. Years ago, the head reader had to sign off on the front page. (Sorry to be off topic here. Don)

I've just realised that I don't care if the bloody pubs never reopen.

Couldn't agree more, Nev. Similar to the mantra,"It's safe to open our schools." Morrison said that the idea of a "National Cabinet", was so that the states could control areas that they were responsible for. But the control freak must have his way. Note that it is a "National Cabinet" not COAG simply so that decisions are covered by the 20 or 30 year rule and remain secret.

Morrison govt refuses to put ministers on the mat for any transgression. Hide behind a compliant AFP or blatently tough it out knowing the 24/7 media will move on. Trust them at their word? I dont think so.

Caution Bruce! Could be treading on a lot of toes.

We were in Merimbula for a weekend when one was visiting. Belonged to Jack Curtis. Took the kids down to have a look as Jack's wife told the small crowd that they were doing circuits to familiarise a new pilot. She invited us to join them so we all shared a very generous treat. I noticed that as the tail came up it yawed slightly. Afterwards the young pilot told me that because of the effort to push the yoke forward, he had to take his feet off the rudder pedals and plant them on the floor. Wonderful circuit of Merimbula.

Aviation Salvage at Bankstown used to have mountains of components taken from scrapped GA aircraft. Aviation standard at cheap prices.

Thanks for your post, Don

Can anyone help with an economical freight hookup to send 2 VW engines to the Gold Coast from Canberra? 0414626700 Don.

Except on final, (FH) Tailwind or a thermal, bugger!

I've not seen evidence of this.

Pilots read these posts. We all want the best for our fellows. This forum is an educative, information exchange. I have never posted anything that I believe to be disrespectful to unfortunate victims of fate. All pilots who read these reports wish only to expand their knowledge and, hopefully, to avoid making mistakes. I wish that all of our fellow forumites would take these posts in the generous manner in which, I believe, they are posted.

Would be an impossible task to aim under powerlines if trees were on the following trajectory. Pilot would have been wishing for power to come back on as he approached them. Partial loss of power on takeoff leaves us in uncharted territory in the absence of an imprinted plan, well rehearsed before commencement of the flight. "Be prepared".

Meanwhile, one of the lawmakers in CHIEF, the honorable (haw, haw , haw) treasurer Lunatic in Chief, forgets himself in presence of a camera (you just can't make this stuff up!) and attempts to shake hands with Albo??? And, not surprisingly, all the loyal media choose to feature the same idiot elbow bumping with Scummo. Australia you're standing in it.

Why tell"a story" if you don't respect the listener? We aren't impressed by big noters, you probably bounce every landing.

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No. It was cream and based at Wedderburn Kaz.

A mate from Wedderburn became proud owner of an Aeronca Champ. We'd met at Holbrook a number of times and so we met up again at an SAAA Easter fly-in at Mangalore. I had my VP-2 there, some doubted that it could fly 2 people on the Revmaster but it did. Anyway, my mate was really proud of his little Champ and generously offered to take me for a fly. We climbed aboard and except for the lack of leg room it was a nice little thing. It had a C-65 which was hand-propped to start. We took off and enjoyed a leisurely climb to about 2,000ft above ground. He handed over to me and I flew around for a bit. "See how she stalls" he said. I protested but he insisted that I should marvel further at her 'pussy-cat' nature. I pulled the revs back and eased back on the stick until it shuddered and dropped its nose, simultaneously with the prop coming to a standstill! Surprised we looked at each other. I then suggested that the correct course of action would be to put the nose down and attempt to air start it but, to my surprise he insisted on dead sticking it to a landing before many shocked spectators. Things that happen I guess!

Good question Jerry. Mine was a VP-2. It was terrible as a 2 seater but had plenty of room for one. Used to climb at about 300fpm on a standard day so, when it was hot, could be a little worrying just maintaining altitude. Big wing thermalled well.

I was about to leave Narromine, following a very successful AUF Natfly. Some friends called me over for a mag and a coffee. I then jumped in to the Volksplane which was fuelled up and ready to depart for Temora, a little over 2 hrs at 60kts. Whilst overflying Forbes I started to feel a little uncomfortable in the bladder. I'd never landed at Forbes and, thinking 'not far to Temora', I pressed on. Further on I was interested in the view of Quandialla having in-laws from there but never having been. The discomfort was becoming quite acute now and, what the bloody hell was I going to do? The answer came in a flash! I whipped out the trusty Swiss knife, emptied water from the large Coke bottle and cut the neck off it (the bottle you fool!) Blissful relief as I half filled the container with the hateful ballast. Landing at Temora I taxied up to the fuel bowser as quietly as I could hoping to spring out of the plane and empty my shameful cargo before being spotted. Of course this was a vain hope and I was met by mate Alan Powlay! He had a great larff at my discomfort.

Perhaps by addition of a "Flux Capacitor!"

It's a matter of being free to make judgements on what is presented by our politicians. We need to hold a discussion on the strength (or weakness) of their case. Using language such as "apalling slurs" and "people who are going their hardest" is not helpful. There is no golden rule stating that those holding the reins of power are above reproach. Remember that the Morrison govt has serious questions to answer as to the probity and even, according to constitutional experts, the legality of their actions prior to and even following the prorogation of the last parliament. As to the acceptability of codeine in the pharmacopeia available. this is a question of "balance". My strong opinion is that, 'on balance' the need to have a strong analgesic available for people (such as the huge numbers of women suffering from endometriosis) outways the argument that some ilicit users of drugs may access their hit. Figures are published on deaths by drug overdose and I am sure that codeine represents a small fraction of these. If one has knowledge gained through working in this area then, don't be afraid, put it up. For the record, I am appalled that parliament has been suspended for 5 months. In exceptional times it is imperative that decisions made "in the national iterest" be subjected to scrutiny in full gaze of "we the people" and I condemn the Labor Party for not objecting ferociously to this travesty.

From Wikipedia:- An old "in joke" from the 1940's.