BirdDog

Like I said before, you are not reading the legislation, and how it will be enforced, So here is an example... Mr Birddog, it appears you missed a vitral radio call. Is that true? - Yes, that appears to be the case. You do know there is legislation that states you must monitor the appropriate frequencies right? - Yes. I do. So, did you have your radio on, and on the appropriate freq? - Yes. I did. So how did you miss the vital call? - I don't know. I certainly didn't hear it - even though I was obeying the regulation and was monitoring the correct frequencies. I did not hear the call. Case closed.

Google is your friend.... Part 103 of CASR will consolidate the rules applying to people who carry out recreational aviation private flight operations, maintenance, and training for recreational aviation in the following kinds of aircraft: gliders (including sailplanes, hang gliders, paragliders and powered variants thereof meeting defined criteria) rotorcraft that meet defined criteria and are administered by a recreational aviation administration organisation ultralight aeroplanes (defined by weight and stall speed) that are administered by a recreational aviation administration organisation.

You are actually not reading that regulation correctly! I deal with CASA regulation every day, and you need to read it, as it is written. For example... The regulation states... (1) The pilot in command of an aircraft for a flight contravenes this subregulation if: (a) the aircraft is fitted with, or carries, a radio; and (b) the aircraft is flown by a pilot who is qualified, eligible or authorised to use the radio: (i) for an Australian aircraft (other than a Part 103 aircraft or a Part 131 aircraft)—under Part 61 or 64; or (ii) for a foreign registered aircraft—under a law of the aircraft's State of registry or the State of the operator; or (iii) for a Part 103 aircraft—by a Part 103 ASAO; or (iv) for a Part 131 aircraft—by a Part 131 pilot authorisation; and (c) the aircraft is outside controlled airspace; and (d) radio transmissions are not continuously monitored by: (i) the pilot in command of the aircraft for the flight; or (ii) another pilot who occupies a pilot seat during the flight. (2) A person commits an offence of strict liability if the person contravenes subregulation (1). Penalty: 50 penalty units. So let's break it down.... If the aircraft is fitted with a radio, AND there is a radio qualified pilot in it, radio transmissions must be monitored. It does not say anything about missing the radio call It simply means that you must have your radio on and be listening! If you didn't hear it because you were sneezing, or chatting to your mate next to you, you are not in breach, of your radio is on, and you are monitoring transmissions. Nothing more, nothing less.

For me, I spend less time looking inside. The screen directly in front of me has everything at a glance, so doing a systematic scan is now simple, as all the data is grouped. The extra stuff I need/want is available on extra pages if I want it. I don't have to swap, but I can get access to everything like, Fuel pressure Fuel Burn Endurance Calculations Terrain Traffic Maps Flight Plans Charts Airports info and the list goes on I still carry my ipads in the cockpit, and one is mounted, so I can have the likes of OzRunways open - But having everything available right in front of me is golden.

Yep! I have 2 Gopros in the cockpit, and use Final Cut to swap between cameras in post. Works a treat!

I have just moved from my old aircraft with steam, to a new bird that is all glass. Garmin G3X system with 2 screens. At first it was a little strange, but now that I have had time in the machine (about 15 hours) I hope I never have to go back. The glass is way better, and I feel more connected to the machine (sounds weird, but true) There is much more data - which is great.

Just use a GoPro and buy the cable that plugs into your intercom! That's what I have, it's fantastic!

Hey all. Has anyone successfully connected the GDL50 to a G3X touch? It appears the cabling is not as simple as I would have hoped. Cheers J

Hmm... I thought there was - or is it oil?

Thanks Skippy. So I take it only one cylinder on each side is monitored?

Yeah - don't know! I will pay closer attention to it next time, but it did appear like it was say when the thermostat would kick in, and the engine would cool, then it would close, and it would heat up again. If you know what I mean. But weird that only on one side. I need to look at where this sensor is! I have Left and Right! So is it one Cyl on the left and one of the right?

Hi all, I have a Rotax 912ULS with just over 400 hours on it and I noticed something today that I have not noticed before. (this was on the ground at around 2300 RPM, after just landing from an hour of flying) The right side CHT would creep up to just below the Yellow Zone (see attached pic) about 117 degrees C. It would sit there for a 20 seconds, and then it would drop back to down to be equal with the other one. The EGT are all stable etc, so has me beat. Thoughts?

Yep agreed! Reading it, I felt they were really fighting for what we need and want. Good job!

Thanks Matt. I think I will miss the wireless charging. I use an apple watch on night stand mode! It allows me to tap the bedside table and it lights up with the time. Might not sound like much, but once you start using it, it's a bloody handy feature.

Hey lads. Just a quick one - Does the D2 air support Wireless Charging, or do you need to plug it in? I can't seem to find any information at all on it. Would be a shame if it didn't!

Thanks lads, I have an Apple Watch right now, so definitely like the smart watch side of things. Thanks - I will give it some serious consideration. Cheers John

Hello all just a quick question asking if anyone has the Garmin D2 Air and what they think of it etc? OR Any other aviation based watches you own. Thanks J

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-04-13/reports-of-light-plane-crash-near-canberra/100066868

Yeah, Soar aircraft will be everywhere. I would hate to buy one in Bog Orange! LOL! A Repaint ain't cheap. Mine is not a Soar bird - BTW.

I didn't know there was a museum at Baccus. I was just there. Bugger.

Well, I am a new Bristell owner, and I am actually not concerned at all. You stall pretty much most LSAs at 500ft on the final turn, and well, the results won't be pretty. to be fair, go back and look at the fatals in the link above, and see how many of them have nothing to do with the aircraft. I tend to agree that these might not be the best aircraft to be training in. The are like a sports car in the sky, and maybe too sporty for a pilot with little to no skills at all. I don't intend to stall mine anytime soon. I have been trained on stalls and spins recovery, and I think everyone should. More importantly everyone should be trained how NOT to stall and spin. Prevention is better than cure.

1. Do you have any confidence in CASA and RAA to provide service, better freedoms and better outcomes for our RAA sport. CASA - Meh.... RAA, well right now I can do everything I want and need to do with my aircraft and enjoy my flying with little interference from anyone - so yep! I am confident we are good. 2. What do you expect to be approved this year in RAA to provide more freedom to our flying Hmm... I don't need anymore freedom. I can fly around the country at will - Sure - can't hit CTA, but then I don't really want to. 3. Is RAA doing a good job for the members? I have nothing to complain about right now. It costs me more to keep my ute registered on the road!!! 4. Do we finally expect any MTOW weight increase THIS year? Meh - Does not interest me anyway! 5. Are YOU happy flying around in our toys compared to say 5 - ten years ago? Are we better off now??? I have only been flying for 5 years, so for me, I am happy as! Just upgraded to a new bird, and I am smiling! I know RAA cops a flogging sometimes, and I really don't have any incite into the organisation other than if it lets me jump in my LSA and scoot across the country at a whim, with little inconvenience, then I am good with that!

My understanding is not ALL RAA aircraft can enter CTA. I believe you need a transponder, and to be NON home built. Only then it can enter CTA. That's my understanding, but happy to be corrected. If that is the case, then the add is not misleading. Sure the Aircraft has what it takes to enter CTA, but I also get your argument that the pilot will also need quals.

I didn't know it was a requirement beyond 50nm from departure point. I carry one. Always have. Even on short little blast not far from the AD. I have mine on the belt of my pants - NOT in the cockpit pocket. That way if I crawl out of a burning aircraft, the PLB comes with me. And yes mine is registered too. 🙂