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Everything posted by prwood
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What an enlightening documentary, I'm gobsmacked.
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Jato perhaps?
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Brendan, you quoted speed of 65kts with high cruise of 80kts. I had an X-air standard with a 618 for 10 years. The cruise speed was around 55-60kts. No way could we get 80kts. The X-air stated cruise is 54kts & a max speed of 65kts with VNE 82kts
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I have heard that Aerofly fs4 is the best sim for VR
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Which ultralights will I actually fit in?
prwood replied to phlegm's topic in Trikes and Microlight Aircraft Usergroup
Later models of the X-air were made with a wide entry kit option. Getting in & out was just a matter of technique. -
Which ultralights will I actually fit in?
prwood replied to phlegm's topic in Trikes and Microlight Aircraft Usergroup
Flew an X-air for 8 years & loved it but I am only 6'2" & 63kg wet🤣. Definately worth a try. -
Aeros make great trikes. Been flying an Ant for 7 years & love it. No hangerage helps😁
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1934 film about London (Croydon) Airport
prwood replied to Garfly's topic in AUS/NZ General Discussion
Great video & strange to see the swastika displayed on the tail of the German aircraft. -
Landed in a pugged out cattle paddock once, never again. Nearly rattled every tooth out of my mouth!!
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question Cable suppliers
prwood replied to waraton's topic in Aircraft Building and Design Discussion
Tried to buy some engine mounts for my homebuilt trike from Flexible Drive long time ago. When I mentioned what they were for they refused point blank to sell them to me. Had to send a mate in to buy them for a go-cart. That seemed to work lol. -
X-Air Standard. Is it surviving the test of time?
prwood replied to Hunsta's topic in Other Rec Aircraft
I co-owned one for 10 years from 2004. It was a joy to fly. We had a 618 which was discontinued by Rotax but it proved to be very reliable & I believe there is a company in the states that can do a re-build including the crankshaft. Airframe quality was fine, simple bolted tubing, easy to inspect & maintain. -
Asses Ears airstrip Northern Grampians
prwood replied to prwood's topic in Aircraft General Discussion
Thanks, might give them a try -
Asses Ears airstrip Northern Grampians
prwood replied to prwood's topic in Aircraft General Discussion
Thanks for that but both the landline & mobile have been disconnected. I spoke to Steve in November as we wanted to go up then but he said that the strip was unserviceable as it needed mowing & he didn't have the time that weekend as they had had a death in the family & he had to attend the funeral. Just hope he is ok. -
Does anyone have contact details for the owner of this property, Steve Price. A couple of us nanolight flyers want to spend a few days flying round the Grampians & Steve's place is ideal with cabins next to the strip. We have flown out of here on a few occasions & can usually contact him through his website. Unfortunately this no longer exists & his landline is not connected. Pretty sure he had a mobile, so if anyone can help it would be greatly appreciated.
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According to a report I have read, the area to the North of the road is being turned into a solar collection farm & the viewing area is expected to be closed for 18 months.
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Tie Down systems...an update needed
prwood replied to petercoota's topic in AUS/NZ General Discussion
Hard clay soil, no problem. Not sure about rocky ground but small rocks shouldn't present a problem. Big rocks, just move around until you find clear ground? -
Tie Down systems...an update needed
prwood replied to petercoota's topic in AUS/NZ General Discussion
Sorry, don't have a brand name. I think these came from Aldi. Just google screw in tent pegs & many options will show up. Bunnings have metal ones & another company seems to have ones with a greater diameter which could be better in sandy soil. -
Tie Down systems...an update needed
prwood replied to petercoota's topic in AUS/NZ General Discussion
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Hi Mike, you appear to be near a mate of mine ,Paul Madigan. We have flown in to one of his paddocks years ago. Also landed at a strip near the North coast & the prison airstrip when it was operational.
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Cobden is a really friendly strip. Lakes entrance landing fees are pretty steep. There is a strip at the top of the hill before you get to the township but not sure of the go there.
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Was called Hanger 9, wonderful source of bits & pieces. Managed to build my first trike using hardware from them. You could just wander up & down the aisles picking out what you needed & inhaling that fabulous hanger smell. A box full of AN nuts & bolts would cost only a few dollars. Happy days.
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RAA Registration search - Coming Soon!
prwood replied to waraton's topic in Aircraft General Discussion
Been "coming soon" for a loooong time