Kev

The courses cover maintenance on Rotax 2-stroke and 4-stroke (including the 912 ULS)

Hi Guys I appreciate the interest in the courses I am running, but please be aware they are Weightshift Microlight/Rotax maintenance courses, although the majority of the material would be of interest to 3-axis owners. I would suggest you contact your RAA Technical Manager to see what is coming up next year with regards to courses run directly by and through the RAA. Darren has attended one of my courses, so he would be able to tell you directly whether he thinks it worthwhile for you to attend one or, as a 3-axis owner whether he has something more relevant coming up. After talking with him, if you are still interested in coming to one of my courses, that is not a problem at all. They are open to all, no matter what you fly. Send me an email and I will put you on our waiting list to be contacted when we run one in your area. We don’t have many venues available at the moment so it depends upon where you reside as to how quickly they come up. Hope this helps. Kev MacNally HGFA WM Technical Officer [email protected]

The only comparison I can see that slb was making was that the HGFA courses are entirely voluntary and the hope is that RAA do not mandate the upcoming courses for their L1s and L2s. I assume they would be conducting these courses for trike pilots as well as their 3-axis pilots? Safe Flying Kev

Ev17, you seem to be implying a few things regarding the HGFA, but are willing to state very little. To suggest that it is not valid to compare the two organisations is, frankly, ludicrous. Yes, I am biased, precisely because I have done the comparison, and continue to do so. I would advocate that any trike owner does the same, to ascertain which organisation best serves them, and then make their own decision. Fly Safely Kev

Isn't that what the BFR is for?

Yes Safe flying Kev

FYI, all Rotax engines are cleared for use with fuel containing up to 10% ethanol. However this does not necessarilly apply to the aircraft fuel system. The ethanol will combine with any water in the tank and come out of solution, thereby lowering the octane value of the fuel. If you are using the minimum octane fuel for your aircraft, then this process will reduce the octane value to below min requirements and you would be well advised to drain the fuel tank. Safe flying Kev

No, just the above venue in Victoria. He's over here visiting his Sister and has agreed to give a talk. We're travelling down from QLD and looking forward to meeting him. Kev

Sorry to butt in here, but where do you get the 600hrs/750hrs from. AFAIK, TBO on a 582 is still 300hrs. Plus 50 per cent equals 450hrs. Or am I missing something?

Johnm 912 carb sockets should be replaced at 5 yr/500hr iaw Rotax Time Limits.

From the Southern Microlight Club inc To any and all keen aviators - Microlights, gyrocopters, ultra lights. A special event will be held by the southern microlight club on Tuesday the 26 February at the Manhattan hotel in Ringwood. It is on the corner of Canterbury rd and Heatherdale rd. There is a bistro for tea at 6:00 pm followed by our speaker at 7:30 pm. It may be a once in a lifetime opportunity to hear Brian Milton, the first guy to fly around the world in a microlight. This guy is a world renown speaker ! As well as being an eccentric Englishman ! The cost of the evening is $20.00 and $22.00 for the meal which is an all you can eat affair, we need bookings to say how many are coming for catering and seating in the bistro area. Please email our club secretary. [email protected]

All, Be aware that there have been recent changes to CAO95.32, including as stated above, permission to operate over built up areas (min 1000' above highest object and glide clear distance). These changes apply to both RAAus and HGFA and are in effect immediately. HGFA are currently working on updating their manuals. Other changes include, criteria for penetrating controlled airspace, over water flying limitations, new height limit of 1000' and flying in proximity to personnel when taking off & landing. Safe flying Kev

Quik 912S two up, 60kts, better than 9.5lts/hr. Kev

True Crezzi, but I believe these are normally recorded in the flight log. As far as I know, the 'landings column' in maintenance logbooks is a legacy from GA where they may have some maintenance events based on the number of landings. To my knowledge, there are no such events on RAAus aircraft. Safe Flying Kev

The correct position for the vent tubes is either tucked inside the carburettor bowl spring, or routed to a connection on the air filter box. Sorry, but can't find the Rotax reference right now. Safe Flying Kev

Andy, my old streak 1 was the opposite to yours, and flew 5kt slower than everybody else. Back then, the sails were individually hand cut from patterns and did vary. Since then, Streak 2B onwards I think, they switched to laser cutting and the wings became much more consistent. IIRC, I used to get 55kt hands free @ 5,200rpm and 12 litres/hr two up (both slim). Safe Flying Kev

Plus, of course, if you comply with the Rotax maintenance requirements, you will remain LEGAL (and insured). Safe Flying kev

If it's HGFA registered, your only option is manufacturer certified, or seek written approval from the manufacturer for a Major Modification ie the prop that you wish to install. Safe flying Kev

The Poms already have a system in place. www.airsearch.co.uk

Yes, much busier than we thought it would be. Only had a half hour break to get out and see what had landed. Saw quite a lot of the Warbirds over the BBQ though. Would have been nice to say 'hello'. Will be back tomorrow afternoon for the next shift on the sausage sizzle. If you are around, come and say 'hello'. Either way, have a good day.

Nice to see such a good turn out. Sausage sizzle was flat out all day .... so we didn't get out much. Maybe tomorrow?

Details out on NOTAMS now for: MARYBOROUGH (QLD) (YMYB), Ground Frequency 127.9 :thumb_up: Safe Flying Kev

It is free to get in, driving or walking. However, there will be tins around asking for donations for the Royal Flying Doctor Service and Angel Flight ... all in a good cause. Safe Flying Kev