Pearo Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 Did it in a g1000 cockpit and had no idea that I would have to do instrument flight. Realised I have no idea how to do a rate one turn in the glass cockpit because all my IF hours were in steam gauge cockpits. Obviously didn't go to badly though, because I passed. Start my PPL navs after easter because I am on call now. Will give me some time to knock out the PPL theory exam I guess. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazza 38 Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 I think you will find that it is steam "gauge". 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pearo Posted March 13, 2015 Author Share Posted March 13, 2015 I think you will find that it is steam "gauge". There's one on every forum 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fly_inverted Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Congratulations on passing your RPL test. What was the aircraft and where do you fly ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barramundi Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 congrats mate and well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pearo Posted March 14, 2015 Author Share Posted March 14, 2015 Congratulations on passing your RPL test. What was the aircraft and where do you fly ? Flying a 172SP out of YRED. Redcliffe Aero Club to be specific. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poteroo Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Flying a 172SP out of YRED. Redcliffe Aero Club to be specific. out of interest - were you asked to fly with reference to any navaid,(particularly GPS) in the aircraft, either as an aid to your normal VFR flying, or, while you were IF under-the-hood? And, well done to achieve it all on glass instead of analog. happy days, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pearo Posted March 14, 2015 Author Share Posted March 14, 2015 out of interest - were you asked to fly with reference to any navaid,(particularly GPS) in the aircraft, either as an aid to your normal VFR flying, or, while you were IF under-the-hood? And, well done to achieve it all on glass instead of analog. happy days, Just under the hood. The whole idea being at RPL/PPL level you have enough IF skill for you to perform a 180 out of cloud should you inadvertently end up in that situation. I am intending on doing an IFR rating at some point though. Giving some serious thought to actually doing my CPL as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poteroo Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 The whole idea being at RPL/PPL level you have enough IF skill for you to perform a 180 out of cloud should you inadvertently end up in that situation. Only if you practise regularly and realistically - in any event, stay VFR at all times! Good luck with your CPL. happy days, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camo645 Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Well Done Mate!! Just out of interest how many hours does it take to convert from RA-Aus - RPL? Cam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhysmcc Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Well Done Mate!!Just out of interest how many hours does it take to convert from RA-Aus - RPL? Cam The actual "convert" only required some paperwork for CASA, however to do the flight review and cover off the endorsements I wanted took about 5 hours flying time (2hrs was for Instrument Flight). It will vary depending on your flying experience, the requirements of the flight school doing your review and choice of aircraft. I went from flying Jabiru's under RA-AUS to doing my flight review in c172. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camo645 Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Thanks for the info! I have heard varying reports from people about the 'syllabus' for the RPL conversion ranging from 5 hours to 15 hours and was just trying to work out what people were actually doing :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhysmcc Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 It's basically just a flight review, so it takes as long as it takes to be up to the flight schools standard. 5-15 hours sounds like a good range, although I'd be concerned if it was at the higher end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pearo Posted March 16, 2015 Author Share Posted March 16, 2015 Well Done Mate!!Just out of interest how many hours does it take to convert from RA-Aus - RPL? Cam I never did the RA-Aus thing. Long story, but I knew nothing about RA-Aus. The whole journey started because a) I am a motorcycle rider and I had massive trail bike crash which resulted in a broken leg/knee. As a result of the injury I could not ride trail, nor could I pursue my other sport which is sailing. I was also a runner, and with a broken leg and knee that sport was over for good. I am fairly active so I needed another challenge. b) I am a long time aviation nut. I am not a plane spotter, but I have spent many hours at YBBN, YCAB, YRED etc watching aircraft. Also have a morbid fascination with the SR-71. c) I am scared of flying, and need to get over it. I was bored one day, post op and not walking real well when I took a drive to YRED. Decided to walk in an ask about learning to fly, walked out with a booking for a Trial Flight. I was nervous as hell, but once in the air and using the controls I realised I enjoyed it. It was probably 6 months later before I was fit enough to attempt to start training. Given the fact that I am older (40), I am scared of flying and halfway through my training I hit a kangaroo on my road bike which resulted in a fractured ankle and gave me another 8 month break (pun intended). It has taken me nearly 50 hours dual and about 15 hours solo. In saying that, I racked up probably 5 hours dual and 10 hours solo in the 2 weeks prior to my flight test but post my instructors recommendation to the CFI to do the flight test. I knew I was ready for the flight test, but I just lacked the confidence. In reality, the hours I have flown would have most people a PPL. In lieu of my lack of knowledge of RA-Aus, and my new-found knowledge of aviation and aviation training I would not change a thing. I am of the opinion that the training offered by Redcliffe Aero Club is of a very high standard. In saying that, I am convinced that RA-Aus is the lifeblood of recreational aviation and without it I honestly dont think there would be much recreational flying at all. I intend to buy a plane at some point, and there is several LSA in that list ( including sea planes!!!). So, I suggest analysing what sort of flying you do before upgrading. Dont abandon RA-Aus because we need them to keep rec flying alive (and join AOPA too). I am not a member of RA-Aus, but I fully intend to join up very soon. Cheers, Andy. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayavner Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 There's one on every forum I think you'll find there are more than that here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDQDI Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 But Dazza is a standout isn't he:yes:. Congrats on getting the RPL Pearo:thumb up: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayavner Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 he's out standing in his field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazza 38 Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 he's out standing in his field. I'm standing in a paddock actually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biggles Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 I'm standing in a paddock actually. A lot of hard men here mate . Some can't even get your name right . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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