markendee

Howdy Carlos,

Could it be you have brake fluid instead of ATF in the brake lines?

Brake fluid makes them very severe.

500 hours in my Savvy and I love the toe brakes - wouldn't change them for quids.

I attended the complete GM as I wanted to see for myself how our issues were being handled.

I fully understand Geoff's point of people other than himself commenting on the proceedings as he was a very large part of the meeting. As he was fairly vocal at the EGM in February he felt he needed to put up or shut up so he has taken on the job of helping in the restructure of the the Board and Management. To this he spoke at length and fielded questions from the floor. He spoke well and explained the situation and what is being done to move on. Primarily the role of the board and the role of management and the problems caused by the blurring of the two.

As to correct meeting protocol and all the please and thank yous. There was a few there who wanted to micromanage the RAA from the floor with motions. I found this disturbing. This was handled fairly well by the President and finally put to bed by a wise board member pointing out the danger of tying the new GM up with restrictions in the day to day operation of the RAA, I am pleased to say that he received a round of applause.

The new GM (That is right the position is no longer a CEO, this was explained during the meeting) did speak at the end for a few minutes, not the seconds reported in another post. He came across well, made no outlandish promises and pledged to do his utmost for us and our organization. A good start I think.

I came away feeling that it was a positive meeting, the problems we are experiencing were explained, and that we are on the right track to sorting the issues in the future.

I am glad I witnessed the meeting myself rather than relying on the interpretation of others.

Mark D.

It would be interesting to hear from the three who chose not to attend the Clayton's Board Meeting why they chose not to attend. A.B.

I was not excluded from that meeting but more so chose not to attend. I had clarified that the meeting was not formal and would not be minuted. With that in mind I decided I did not want make that my first interaction with other board members.

You will be an asset to our association.

Mark D.

Red,

Do not cutted anything.

A very strong advantage (among the many) of the VG over the XL is the ally roof. Just take a look at people sitting out in in the sun under plastic during summer, as a matter of fact I have even fitted a sun shade to the roof lexan of my VG.

Mark

I have followed this thread from the beginning and I just knew that someone would leave the playground crying.

Did take longer than I thought though.

Seen it too many times.

Mark D

For those of us interested in flying to flyins here is an early photo of the Kyabram flyin.

The aircraft here are the early birds, the bulk will fly in tomorrow.

Not only AAAA all sorts welcome.

The atmosphere is already building and lots of fun to be had.

Try and make it if you can.

Mark D

Ok, markendee, I'm planning on flying in for a few hours on Saturday, weather permitting.The event got some good coverage on ABC regional radio (Shepparton) this morning at 07:30. Apparently they are expecting 40-50 antique aircraft ranging in age from 1930s through 1970s, and about 20 being Austers.

 

I'll be sure to bring my camera. Look forward to meeting you Mark and any other forum members that are there.

Looking forward to that.

The weather is still looking good - 90% chance of up to 1mm of rain on Saturday - perfect to settle any dust.

I have just come back from the airfield and there are a dozen older planes there already. The airfield, the tents and the aircraft all look a treat.

See you there,

Mark D

PS I hope you have managed a ride Ian - hoping to see you there

Thanks for the replies fellas.

Is the Gazelle grounded Ian?

Don't forget you do not have to camp. A few hours would be still be fun and only a short trip from Melbourne.

Weather is looking OK.

Mark D

Come on forum members.

The Flyin at the Kyabram strip I have told you all about is a whole 73 nautical miles from Penfield.

How about the Victorian members of these forums making an effort and do some flying instead of just talking about it - you may just have some fun.

Perhaps Ian would like to set the example and fly in - would be fun and he wouldn't have to work like he does at the other events.

Hope to see some forum people there.

Mark D

78 views, one response, does anyone actually fly aeroplanes?

A bloke told me when I was training all about the one in sixty rule.

One minute flying and sixty hours talking about it. He could be right.

See you all at the flyin.

Mark

No it isn't Stan. It is a one off as a return to grass strip flyins. There used to be an Airshow at Kyabram years ago but it is not used for flying now except for the odd bit of training.

It is a shame as it is a very special place to fly into.

Thanks for the question Stan.

Mark D

All welcome.

Auster Rally this weekend. All types of aeroplane are welcome.

Home - Antique Aeroplane Association of Australia

This event is being held at the Kyabram Airfield, owned by Ernie & Dorothy Miles. (Should bring back memories of lots of good times)

09/27 820m, 18/36 520m both grass. S 36.20, E144.59 Elevation 340'

Members of the Kyabram Echuca Aero Club have been busy preparing the strips, taxi ways and camping areas.

There will be breakfast and lunch available Sat and Sun, buses to town on the hour and showers and toilets at the field.

We would love to see you there for a few hours, a day or the weekend.

If you need more information please post any questions here.

I have attached a few photos taken at 6.30 Mon 18th.

Mark D

Great to hear Pete.

Perhaps a nav down to Tonny in your future.

BTW are you on duty at Henty next week?

Mark D

Great thread and thanks for all the information Jack.

Mark D

Thanks

Thankyou for your replies. I'll check them all out today.

Mark D

Planning a trip and need to carry fuel containers to ferry fuel from the bowser to the plane.

I remember a post here or an article in the magazine showing a light suitcase trolley and fuel bags for this purpose.

Can anyone inform on where to buy collapsible fuel bladders?

Thanks for any help.

Mark D

By the way, could anyone explain what the Anemometer D. 3 1/8” with coloured arcs -as supplied by ICP- is used for in this plane?

The supplied instruments are fine.

Mark D

Good for you Mathew and son (sounds like a Cat Stevens song)

If you don't mind telling, what brought you from Cairns to Temora? ( a car probably but I mean the reason)

Will meet you next Easter.

Mark D

Was a great day. It is always beaut to see activity at our aerodromes - well done to all who helped make it happen.

John Duigan (Junior) wasn't there unfortunately. I saw him on Friday night's ABC news and it was clear they did not realise they had a direct link to John senior. John junior is his nephew (not great nephew) and an intrepid aviator in his own right.

Mark D

David,

Do you happen to know if John Duigan (Jnr - John's nephew and Reg's son) is coming over from Flinders Is for the event?

Regards,

Mark D

Bl:censored:dy Fog !!Drove to Kyabram for weekend to pick up aeroplane

 

Were treated to a pea souper.

 

Maybe next weekend.

 

Thanks Ron for making trip Pic at 11.30 am 3 Degrees C

Fingers crossed for next weekend.

Kyabram weather forecast, Bureau of Meteorology Warnings & rainfall

Hope to see you.

Mark D

What a bummer!

Would have loved to show you guys some Kyabram hospitality but have to be in Melbourne for a wedding Saturday night.

Cannot believe we fly around around every weekend seeing our usual mates and haunts and the one weekend something exciting happens I'm not here.

Sorry to miss you, hope Neil's Allegro serves you well.

Mark D

Howdy John,

Thanks for the great article on your Stolspeed website. Read it with lots of interest.

We at Tonny have been discussing oil thermostats lately but not too keen for most of the same reasons you mention.

I am particularly interested in your thoughts that engine oil temp are perhaps not as critical as we have believed.

We will be looking into the T Bob.

Thanks for posting another of your very worthwhile posts.

Mark D

Hypocracy is everywhere.

I know of people who were pinged for accepting money for joy flights in the middle of nowhere and see people advertising joy flights for reward, even offering gift certificates for joy flights in front of the whole world.

Have never been a fan of those who hunt soft targets.

One for all.

Mark D

Maj mate,

Are your eyes painted on?

Mark D