Downunder

Hello,

Yes it is manufactured by Trig . A TT22 unit. I was advised to go the class 1 route due to the future ADS-B requirements by the Aus dealer.

I won't be happy if it is not suitable for our (ADS-B) requirements.

So Dynon don't actually make their own transponder ...........

Thanks Scott for the info about the stand alone "control box" set up.

I decided to buy the Dynon class 1 transponder. It arrived yesterday. No cable to connect it to the skyview and no antenna or antenna cable.

Some electrical plug housings and a handfull of "pins".

Digging deep into the manual, you find none of this is supplied and your expected to make your own cable(looks like a computer serial type plug, so not just a couple of wires). None of this openly stated on the Dynon site.

I bought it from the aussie dealer and in the to and fro emails none of this was mentioned. I could have gone though relatives in Hawaii and payed no GST but thought I would do the right thing and go through the dealer for the support and advice......

Got none of either....

I'm not sure if I was naive or what, but for two and a half grand I was expecting everything....some sort of kit.....

Does anyone know of a technician in WA that can help me? Willing to pay of course. Based in Bunbury. Ideally someone with Skyview/Dynon experience.

Regards,

R J Mitchell

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http://aopa.com.au/information-centre/aopa-news/2012/08/24/aopa-welcomes-new-rules-for-ads-b-mode-s-transponders-and-gnss-navigation/

http://www.comlaw.gov.au/Details/F2012L01739/Download

Looking at a transponder for a Dynon Skyview. There are two types.

The class 1 & 2. http://dynonavionics.com/docs/SkyView_XPNDR-26X.html

I have been advised to go to the Class 1 ( 261) but as I'm well under 175 knots, in there any real need?

To be honest, I don't really understand alot of the data there. As the class 1 is $400 or so more than the class 2, is there anything special about it.

My cruse is under 100K.

Hello, Thankyou for your reply. I will contact the Ops manager.

I believe it's called "Maximum Suspension weight" and does not include the wing?

Could be wrong though........

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Australians are well regarded in industries overseas because of their frankness. We say it as we see it.

My concern with asian/Indian pilots is their cultural sensitivites, for want of a better discription.

I am involved via business and family with a couple of asian countries. The people from one country find it difficult to say "NO". It is considered rude. So in answer to a question, they will answer "yes" or give other vague statements.

I also find asians very indicisive and wanting to "go with the flow". This comes, I think, from a close knit family/community where you need to fit in to survive.

The Australian instructors need to really understand their students "cultural habits" to fully train them.

The "graphic" shown on this news report looks like he tried to make the beach but couldn't get over the ridge. http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-/breaking/10172180/rescuers-tell-of-bid-to-save-crash-pilot/ (second vid)

Apparently went in at 45 degrees from witnesses.

Hello, I'm looking at buying the Savannah kit and those are some really good tips. Can you tell me about the "outer long range tanks"? Any pics?

Are they custom or a factory option?

Thanks in advance..... Downunder

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And if you wanted your own 1:1 scale.......Pride Aircraft: Sukhoi SU-27 Flankers

I flew in 146's (as a passenger) at least weekly for years and felt very secure in them. Now in Fokker 100,s (Alliance Airlines) and the approach speed makes me nervous. Looking at the video above, only reinforces my opinion. How the front gear leg never broke off astounds me!!!!

Interesting read, that post.

I have a leased block on a council airport and am being charged full industrial rates.

Over $1000 per year for a 20x15 patch of sand (no services connected).

Having trouble with builders who think that a hangar is the same as a shed (which it basically is) but for some reason the price needs to be doubled.

Any builders in WA interested? South of Perth.

I have heard of engine mount builders fitting a schrader valve (the valve in car tyres)

and a small pressure gauge. Pressurising it to only a few PSI. If the gauge drops to zero then you may have a cracked mount.

A Dyke Delta model plan (68 inch) can be found here. Mammoth Scale Plans

Might be something to play with............

Any ideas for engine size, HP?

Models are mainly made from balsa and perhaps something heavier (light ply?) for the fire wall and main structural supports (landing gear). Balsa is available in bunnings.

Might be best to start with a ARF. (Almost Ready to Fly) kit.

Hello, Did Gareth end up selling his Gazelle's? (2 off) Saw them ocasionally in the Raa Mag. Wanted something in the 40's I think.

There are original documents refering to both "Me" and "Bf" so to answer your question, both are correct. The vintage and warbird forums have had this issue raised numerous times.

I made some enquiries a while ago when the 750 kg limit looked good.

Do-able as a single seater on RAA rego but still needs to be kept light.

Look into the engine weights and proposed fuel capacity.

My opinion is it would probably be best as VH exp with a honda or isuzu V6.

I believe it's been done with a Jab engine but my concerns would be cooling and whether the width is small enough to fit between the cowling.

Have you looked at the Supermarine V6 Supermarine Aircraft Spitfire ?

RAA aircraft are not well regarded at Murray Field, so I'm doubtfull it's RAA registered. We shall see......

Hello, I would like to know what this aircraft is?

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I believe Jandakot is CTA within certain hours, and CTAF® at other times. So there is a window between when CTA finishes and sunset where a RAA aircraft could land. I was told this a few years ago but am not sure of the situation now.