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    But why did those Rotax's fail? And what was the total hours flown in that period vs the Jabiru engine? Eg, it there were 9 Rotax failures, and rotax's flew 9,000 hours, vs just 1 jab failure, but the total jab fleet flew 500 hours, the Rotax's are still twice as reliable as a Jab. Without knowing figures like these, it is impossible to make an informed decision. That being said, unfortunately Jabiru engines have a stigma associated with them know, whether deserved or not, so everything else being equal, resale is likely to be significantly better with a Rotax, but again, that is only part of the story. What about performance figures between the two? Overhaul intervals based on fuel anticipated fuel usage?
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    It certainly is when you see the price, see the purchase agreement and see the performance (or lack thereof...) and see the payload - or lack thereof...Put two average Aussie blokes in it, and you don't have enough fuel for VFR reserves!
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    I self-studied using the Bob Tait PPL books and sat the PPLA exam last week, scoring 93% on the first go, so naturally recommend them as a reference!
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    C looks like an LP4-3 rivet D possibly a CS4-4, a bit hard totell if it is countersunk from that angle. A3, possibly a MK-319-BS? Check out page 5-31 of This document, courtesy of the good folks at Vans.
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    "FNxx" is a 'Fly Neighbourly' note, usually created to keep local residents happy. In this case, it is for the Symbio wildlife park. Fly Neighbourly notes can be found in the ERSA, GEN-SP.
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    Partially correct, but not so in this case.The Asterisk only indicates a Navaid limitation when coupled with an Aerodrome/NavAid info box. A small black asterisk offshore/otherwise in water indicates exposed rocks. The red star does not indicate a VFR approach point at all - this is indicated by the purple/white diamond, if necessary with a tail pointing to the actual location. The red asterisk refers to a note in the margin of the chart, in this case, cautioning pilots operating in the vicinity of SY CTR of the possibility of other traffic awaiting clearance into the CTR near Parramata, Long Reef and Helensburgh.
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    I'd prefer to maintain something myself than have a LAME sign off on an annual with some of the photos I've seen of corrosion that was found as part of the Cessna SIDS program, on apparently 'airworthy' aircraft! There is nothing intrinsically wrong with maintaining an aircraft, or boat or car, yourself, so long as you recognise the limitations of your knowledge and skills and seek help when required. For RV's, there is the VansAirForce website, for KR's there is KRNet, and I'm sure a whole host of other type-specific forums where expert advice may be sought to help you. ISTR Canada even allow you to maintain and sign the MR for a range of certified GA aircraft yourself under an "owner-maintenance" scheme.Besides, the feeling when you realise you're at 10,000' flying in something you built in your back shed is both incredibly satisfying and momentarily terrifying and gives you great bragging rights at work!
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    Bit harsh I reckon, check out this video from the current comp.And as for the glider pilots, I have this to say: "You fellas are effin NUTS!" That many gliders in one thermal, it's no wonder you guys wear chutes...I'll stick to my RV thank you very much...
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    Personally, for long legs, I would use the grid point winds, they are more likely to better compensate for wind variations throughout the flight rather than assuming a 'one size fits all' that you get using Area winds exclusively. But in saying that, if you're not going out of the area forecast, they shouldn't be significantly different?
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    Another option is a set of Bose QC15's from Ebay and add the UFlyMike microphone adapter. I used them extensively until I upgraded to a set of AV100's. Now the Coey gets them.
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    Like RR, I'm not quite sure where you're coming from with that comment, tone doesn't translate well on an internet forum, but it wasn't my intent to come across as a smart-asre "because I did this", but simply to point out that you don't have to spend over 6 figures to get a 'new' aircraft. Sure, something fast-glass with a new Rotax in it will likely perform very well, very efficiently, but you can get comparable performance out of an RV by pulling the throttle back, for less dollars than you might think, and that isall I was trying to get across.For example, the complete QB kit cost me $40,000AUD, landed in Botany, including GST (US/AUD 0.75ish). The engine, a new OX-340S, with ignitions, but no carb, was $30,000AUD including GST & shipping (US/AUD 0.97ish). The Skyview package was around $10,000AUD and perhaps another $10,000 in specific tools & replacement parts. The outcome is an aircraft that will cruise around 150KTAS burning 25LPH, for 4.5 hours with two people and 75lbs of baggage.
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    The O-340 in my RV-9 does exactly the same. Automotive plugs, dual electronic ignition, burns Mogas, and if I want to dawdle, the fuel flow is down around the 15LPH mark at 120KTAS, probably lower, but I don't fly that slow that often. 145KTAS at 8,000 burning 24.2LPH of Mogas is what I plan, and achieve regularly. And that will probably increase to 150KTAS when I tidy up a few draggy items. I was able to put it in the air for well under 100K using the QB kits, a brand-new engine and Dynon package. The current holder of the CAFE TriAviathon is.....A (very tidy,admittedly) RV-4...250SMPH top speed, 44SMPH stall, and a RoC of 3300FPM.
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    In that case, I'd use my phone. Same software but written under a different OS, so little chance of one bad piece of code rendering both devices US. Coupled with the chance of the Ipad going flat/overheating and the S7 dying on the same flight? Pretty damn slim. Single-point failures about in our aircraft. Just because someone isn't using a whizwheel doesn't mean 'they're doing it wrong'.
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    I have had a look and can't seem to find it, does anyone know, or know where it may be found, the CAsA definition of "Aerial Photography"? I'm interested to know if it exclusively refers to activity performed by the PIC, or passengers as well.
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    Worse still if you as a PPL/RPC holder take a photographer-friend flying and they take the photos!
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    The previous KRviatrix bought me the Red Bearon Beanie Bear as a present well over a decade ago. He has lived in each car I've owned since, standing guard on the forward part of the center console. His little tag has the quote: Bearon is here to celebrate; A special and historic date; To mark 100 years of flight; And to honor the brothers Wright!
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    I routinely monitor Center, but have never self-announced on an Area frequency.
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    Always happy to learn something new, but I've never heard of this requirement, so long as you stay in Class E. Is there a reference for this requirement? I'm planning on taking the RV to the flight levels on a semi-regular basis.
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    Well done Bruce! It wasn't until I was putting my -9 to bed after the first flight a few months ago that the enormity of what had just happened hit! It's a terrific feeling. Good luck with your Phase I.
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    But you need to read it in conjunction with 61.480, an applicant for an RPL, not the holder of an RPL...
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    You can only claim credit for either/or during the initial application process though, can't you??
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    I think - but am not sure - that if you already hold both RPL & RPC, you will need to do both endorsements. The RPL for the RPL (sorry....couldn't resist) only occurs if you already hold the RAAus X/C when you initially apply.
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    And you are....? 7 posts here and all to do with what transponder output. What gives?
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    Manually would only be required if there is a difference between your NAIPS Flight ID and your ADS-B output, wouldn't it? If you put R1234 as your NAIPS Flight ID, and that is your ADS-B output as well, it should automatically marry up, shouldn't it? At least you won't need to request a new hex code, IIRC it is assigned to the aircraft, irrespective of rego, it should be a simple matter to just update the flight ID.
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    Eastland used to fly one out of Toowoomba many moons ago, I did a school project on it! There was one that went into Botany Bay on a postal run a few years ago too, IIRC, the pilot forgot to turn on the inverters so he had no attitude information. The ATSB worked it out from the lack of a 400Hz signal on the radio transmissions!
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