planesmaker

Rotax had issues in that the cdi would fail in start mode but ok when it’s running. Gets to the stage when both fail you will fly it one day the next it won’t start because now both have failed in start mode. Expensive parts.

Diamond aircraft, don't ever get in an unintentional spin,the result would be the same. Something wrong with the certification process if aircraft produced today can't recover from a spin. If I was offered a ride in a diamond I think I would pass thanks.

Static stuff could be perforated but there may be other non perforated tint available, you would have to make enquiries.

As a window tinter I have done tinting on lexan many times, lasts a little while but will bubble if left in the sun for long periods, lexan exudes a gas which will bubble the tint. I only used highest quality tint. I don’t recommend you tint it. The static stuff could be good though. You may be able to get static tint, then when it goes just pull it off and refit.

Not so high on approach after all.

My J400 with 914 is a great combination! Very happy with it.

In the ERSA or by notam if applicable. Yes area hazards are covered by notam not always easy to find though.

Nev 912’s don’t have head gaskets. The coolant does not go past any gaskets except the o rings on on inlet and outlet pipe of each head and on water pump.

Anybody had a a look at RAAus strategic plan? What can I say? Accountability In everything that RAAus does we must be accountable for our actions. This applies to directors and staff as well as members. We must be consistent with how we approach problems and be respectful of each other. Transparency Being honest and open with members and other stakeholders is the centre of everything we do. We must act in an inclusive manner and our actions must always be viewed with integrity. this is must be what they are hoping to achieve

Carby icing has to do with moisture freezing (that's why it's called icing) inside Carby throat restricting air and fuel normal supply.

SS I would very much expect icing in Darwin when humid.

My 914 jab cruises 115 kts 2 up 20lt/hr at 28 in/ 4900. I'm happy!

Possibly due prop pitch

I went out of my way to show my kids the old bus when we were up that way, quite difficult to get to the parking area, so I pulled up close by as I had come in from the north, just got out of the car and was told by airport security that I could not park there, so the wife and kids walked over to see the plane. Whilst I tried in vain to get around to the proper parking area, found out it is a 17km trip out and back around and if you miss the turn you are back where you started( don't ask). Ended up stopping in the same place and called my wife to come quickly whist I opened the bonnet to check a "problem". I still didn't get to see it!

He obviously needed to go around, to run off the end and still travel that far in a 172 I'm amazed I am assuming he was landing?

I would think waiving landing fees for such an event would be good business for council

What idiot would stand in front of an aircraft with engine running? Tricycle or TD?

Passenger weights? Just ask them, people usually know how much they weigh, except maybe children.

A kitfox is a good machine. Definitely nothing wrong with fabric covered aircraft, I love them, usually strong airframe and light! Easy to repair etc. have a look on YouTube for kitfox to see the possibilities.

Now that made me laugh!

A j430 is good option

Actually rereading RAAus letter it states any aircraft used for hire or reward will be L4 maintained Surely we can assume that excludes current fleet or does it?

Not many L4's around, so LAMEs are required for the heavy fleet in schools, they will most certainly be required to be "members", added revenue for RAAus but added cost for aircraft operator. Hmmm me thinks they might as well stay VH.

Don't forget the humble Gazelle, easy to fly, cheap to run(around 10lt/hr) ability to fold wings for more hangar options. Priced under30k. Not fast though at 70 kts.

What was your empty weight with the rotec?