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wikipedia says Skyfox Gazelle was introdiced 1989 ......... using a published building construction index (probably not that appropriate !) if you had $ 127 in 1989 then that would be worth $ 271 271 / 127 = 2.13 $ 72 k x 2.13 = $ 153 k .............. crikey - give or take a few bob

if you search the newspaper articles you will read that the chopper pilot and the rigger were looking at each other and each was in difficulty trying to communicate what should be done (can't recall about radio com) - what was done was argued in some sort of forum / hearing My GUESS would be: I don't think the pilot or the rigger thought it through ................ I'd guess if the pilot has his time again then he would of flown above the lift so that the cable was tight and then released ? ..................... probably would have been less damage - if anything at all

------------ it's a bit more complicated than that you can read the report (think this is it) ..................... its in NZ language - hope this link does the trick: http://www.caa.govt.nz/Accidents_and_Incidents/Accident_Reports/zk-hig_final_rep.pdf

................. the plane swooped and hit a large airpocket - the engine subsequently stalled, the occupants exited the plane and a controlled crash landing was initiated - it was badly damaged but doctors at the hospital said they would be OK. The plane was badly beaten but an eyewitness said the plane is now parked by a repair shop. Foam was used in the incident and the repair shop said this damage was superficial and caused minor damage

if you own a 162 you might as well make the most of it I'd like to hear a 162 owner discuss its merits - after alll many purchased them so there must be some appeal lurking in that airframe

…………….. got a guillotine out back – when is this adminsitrative reshuffle going to start ?

nor there was none of that computer stuff back then either ............. seems to be a big distraction for some

Insurance companies may not like the idea either ? (be it aircraft, professional or public liability) ......................... then there is a case for there is no reason why an insurance company should not like it ?

Marty - could the 'BOOM' employees consider 'job sharing - this might cut costs ?

noise and Caloundra - issues all been heard before (probably no worse than a main highway) there was something on the radio this morning (30.1.14) but missed it - helicopter training I think ...................... don't know much about Caloundra - anyway a rumble in the jungle Choppers could buzz Caloundra 127 times a day in new plan Comments (18) » Kathy Sundstrom 17th Oct 2012 5:43 AM Updated: 2:31 PM Story Tools Use this content Related Items » Council says no to urban sprawl as govt row looms » Neighbourly airport makes a move to cut down on noise .articleImage.small { clear: both; width: 300px !important; float: left; } .articleImage.right { float: right; margin: 0 0 20px 20px !important; } .articleImage.large { width: 620px !important; } bellhelicopter.com THE drone of a helicopter 127 times a day, 330 days a year, could become a reality for residents living near Caloundra Aerodrome. The council has released a draft master plan for the 145-ha site. It includes increasing the size of the Queensland Air Museum, creating a new parking and viewing area, and boosting industry with a potential non-aviation commercial development. But there is also the startling reality of noise. The council predicts the number of air movements at the aerodrome will increase from 40,000 to a "medium estimate" of 84,000 by 2030. Noise modelling assumptions estimate this could mean 254 movements a day, 330 flying days a year. Half of these movements are expected to be helicopter operations and 80% of movements are circuits. It is understood the sound level affecting many homes could be above 60 decibels, loud enough to interrupt a conversation. Some residents could expect this to happen up to 20 times a day. Little wonder Cr Tim Dwyer suggested last month Caloundra South be renamed the Caloundra Aerodrome Estate "so they can't complain they didn't know there was an aerodrome there". "This development was strenuously objected to by the council. "However approval was subsequently granted by the Queensland Government in 2011," the draft master plan reads. The council proposes to develop a helipad at the aerodrome within five years. The council document says the increased helicopter training activity "presents additional challenges for residents of the recently approved development of Bells Reach". "Residents of this development will be seriously impacted by current and future aircraft noise," it warns. Bellvista Community Association president Les Thomas was unaware of plans to increase helicopter movements. He said the council would face a backlash from 50,000 residents if it allowed significant increases. Divisional Councillor Rick Baberowski said he would not support increasing helicopter movements to such an extent. The draft can be viewed online at www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or at council offices or libraries. MODELLING ASSUMPTIONS 84,000 aircraft movements per year Helicopter operations are 50% of all movements by 2030 330 flying days per year 254 movements per day 80% of movements are circuits

that will make anyones day - nice - thanks HITC

Fellow earthling’s Humans love throwing rocks – aussies throw rocks at kiwis and aussies and kiwis throw rocks at Tasmanians ? Any human that purchased something ………… and then other humans started throwing projectiles at their purchase has a right to feel aggrieved, protective, cautious, indignant etc – even slandered These projectiles may seem like rocks to the purchaser – but then they could also be sound advice (if there is a proved factual basis) The legislators play their role and can’t tell us mere humans what they are up to until it is done …… if done at all Any of the action (s) above could be related I think all here are talking about safety and sound advice – it just looks different depending on what side of the fence you are on (if any side at all) ………… ‘the sea resists no river’ P Townshend

great name for this Hybrid Ian Boag ......... rotax powered jabiru - a 'Rotaru'

confuscious say 'knowing the history of something does not gaurantee what the future will be' ........................ could be helpful but

and silly mid off ? ..................... is he the idiot in front of the batsman ?

chances are the poms must win something ? .......................... soon ? could be good odds for a bet sometime

a technical adminstrative anomaly - a glitch between reference and computer, Farri not many years ago it was called an 'eror' ................ also sometimes referred to as a 'mistake'

................. interesting - Maj do you mean holding up a drag race Holding low over a drag race or some other incident not related to a drag race

don't forget the physcological effect this must of had on the spectators ..................... very damaging for them as well as everything else

........................... bring on 2 yearly rego (twice as much fun and half as much bother .................. should be even < than twice as much cost)

twin & me

OZ manufacturing plants like Camit and Jab need to be nutured, accepted and improved ....... to compete and employ its been mentioned but not answered - someone must have enquired .......................... no point getting to carried away if the Camit is 'X' times the cost Whats the cost for a 4 cylinder Camit vs Jab and engine life difference ? Whats the cost for a 6 cylinder Camit vs Jab and engine life difference ?

Nice Skee - the neighbours must be understnading or play loud music Most of in Oz probably have a fair bit of living space on the ground and a bit more room to spread out - so when you take wings and fueslage out the external walls of your hangar - it will be well worth a photo

looks an expensive bird not to be insured ................ I would not take that risk

what type of HINGE wire is used as the replacement ............... ? what is suitable ?