We received notification of a Ramada Inn that was selling everything to the bare walls, in preparation for demolition. Although our hotel is unique in many ways, we *all* use blow dryers, lamps, end tables -- and, yes, ironing boards -- so this seemed like a great opportunity to find some real...

Hello All, Where I fly, the density altitude on the tarmac is typically more than 7000ft even on cold days (9000ft on hot days). As a result, non-turbo engines cannot develop any more than 70% of rated power. The consensus around here is that as long as the engines are blessed by the mechanics...

I'm planning a day trip to Block Island. First thing I notice is that there appears not to be fuel available. Has anyone been there recently who can confirm this? Any ideas or suggestions about the trip. I don't know anyone there, and will be looking for things to do. I'm presently planning on...

Hello All: I am *not* a pilot. Can't fly MSFS worth a damn but have been up in a C172 once (discovery flight in 1995). Had a lot of difficulty taxiing, but managed to take off (with the instructor telling me exactly what to do in each step). Flew a couple of circles over Cayuga Lake. Did a few...

Does anyone know of any more plans for a Discovery Wings-type channel? It just seems like there would still be enough interest to support a TV channel devoted just to flying. Thoughts?

A couple questions... 1) Does a GNS-430 have DME built in? i.e. If I don't upgrade the GPS DB can I still fly a VORDME approach off the 430's VOR? (I'm trying to decide if I should keep my DME) 2) What is really the requirement to install an IFR GPS? What rule (FAR) actually prohibits an A&P from...

I'm somewhat surprised to see Airbus having such difficulties considering the A380's having been designed on a computer (3D digital mock up). I thought the main benefit of CAD was to have the ability to test for systems integration before any metal is cut(?) Of course this is an extremely complex...

i paid a bit over 2-grand for a shiny new 396. spent hours and lots more money learning it and getting it wired to the ships power and audio mixer. first time out, on a bright clear day, the thing loses signal. no wx, no gps but the music plays just fine. fortunately, since i hang around here...

Hi Dudley! Crash Lander here, with a slight name change! I was wondering what your nearest local airfield would be? -- Oz Lander I'm not always right, But I'm never wrong.

yep - I've been kind of dumb these past few fall flights. Today was yet another absolutely perfect flying day (today's flight is the reason I own an airplane). I'm still kicking myself for not having my camera. There were some really beautiful high clouds that I just can't describe. And the...

http://alexisparkinn.com/photogallery/Videos/2006-10-6-Alpha&MirageInAlps.wmv A fella just sent this in to me yesterday, for inclusion in our aviation video page, and it's got some exceptionally sharp air-to-air footage of an Alpha Jet and a Mirage playing in the French Alps. It's a big download...

We've got two updates to our Rec.Aviation "Rogues Gallery" of photos thus far this month: - From Montana, Michelle P has updated her listing with some new pix from her fire-fighting gig. See them he http://www.alexisparkinn.com/rogue's_gallery_i_-_p.htm#P - From New York, Lee "Rosspilot" Ross...

I'm glad I rang and argued my case with AIG! They just rang me and the Hong Kong office has agreed to accept my insurance application after all! :-) Oz Lander -- I'm not always right, But I'm never wrong!

Musta been a slow news day in CA yesterday. A Warrior made an emergency landing with its left main gear hanging by the brake line. Reportedly there was a student & instructor onboard. I'm guessing they clipped something after rotation or were way below glidepath on landing approach?? blind...

As a CFI I have a good amount of experience with the G1000 and 430 systems so I thought I ought to sit down with the 480 and try it out. Partly because I may buy one, but partly because there is a good chance as a Mooney CFI I will run into a student with such a unit. I guess I was pretty shocked...

I have received a lot of emails from my customer base since I announced the shutdown of my flight planning software business. In addition to a lot of nice supportive emails, I have seen a significant number from pilots who have informed me that they stopped renewing their update subscription...

Red Bull Air Race World Series 2006 - San Francisco, CA http://today.reuters.com/tv/videoChannel.aspx?storyid=877527faef237cd561766eed9be2831dd97b0bb7 http://play.freecaster.com/1000041/1000911 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDIDAxvflvM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NMBSJg4CtU

I've been thinking of buying an aviation-specific handheld GPS to replace the little hiker's model I've been using. NW_pilot's saga has convinced me that a good unit really can be a life saver. Any recent pireps on the new models? Lowrance 600c does seem to give the most performance for the...

Engine failure sends plane merging into I-96 traffic No one injured in rush-hour landing in Delta Twp. http://www.lsj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061006/NEWS01/610060338

Just curious, has anyone ever had anything stolen from their plane (i.e. portable GPS, headsets, etc.) while in the care of an FBO away from your home field? I am debating whether it's safer to leave my 396 in the plane, or take it with me in a rental car that might be parked downtown, etc. ...