Hi There, I'm wondering if the MX20 or other MFDs have the capability to output a signal from a line-in, like a DVD player or what have you. It would be ideal to have the RCA (the red, white, yellow) inputs on the front of your panel and just plug in an IPOD video and then watch/listen to...

Hello, Has anyone ever used the VistaNav setup? (www.vistanav.com) looks like it is a pretty slick looking system and while not certified, it seems more robust than many systems out there. Any review for this product or info on similar products? Thanks, -dr

Hello, Someone asked me today if there was an STC or something that would allow you to put an extra seat belt in the back of a Mooney. The Mooney has a bench seat in the back and this particular guy has 3 small kids (3,5,7 years old). Is it possible to add an additional seat belt? Whats the...

Hello, Is there a company that makes a slide in replacement for the old king kx170 radios? Thanks, -dr

Hello, I'm going through the paperwork to get a US "endorsement" (for lack of a better word) on my Canadian license so that I can fly N# aircraft. I understand that I need this paperwork done to legally fly an N# airplane. Has anyone gone through this and can point me in the proper...

Hello, Can someone please direct me to some companies that make the aluminum (i think its aluminum) panels? Do you call these companies and tell them what type of plane you have and there is a standard panel size... then let them know what size holes you want? Or is this something that you take...

Hello, I was reading that the Sandel EHSI unit requires a new projection lamp every year (or 225 hours, whichever comes first). I am wondering what the cost is of this projection lamp? And can you install this yourself (somehow I doubt it)? Thanks, -dr

Hello... If you have a 530 or 430, does it accept the same updates? Or are the updates specific to each machine. Also, if you have both in your plane (one of each), do you have to purchase 2 updates? I notice that some 530s come with 'terrain'... is this an option from garmin? Can it be added...

Hello, Our mechanic suggested we buy a set of jack for our plane with another couple of people at the airport. Can anyone recommend or direct me to what I should be getting? We have a Twin Comanche and the other plane is Baron 55. Thanks, -dr

Hello, Can anyone recommend a good tug for a Twin Comanche? I see there are some companies out there that make them... but if anyone has their personal experience they want to share, i'd like to hear it... if you can provide a link to their website it would be even better! -dr

Hello There, I am wondering if someone can point me to a site or give me information on the cabin sizes between the early Twin Comanches and the later models that have the extra window. I'm curious as to the leg room a back seat passenger may have. ie: would someone 6'5" and 250lbs...

Hello, Does anyone here have a sample purchase and sale agreement. We're in the buying process and would like a standard form we can use so both parties feel good. Any links would be greatly appreciated. Thanks,

Hello, I read on the Garmin page that their 480 is Waas certified...so that you can fly precision approaches without an ILS... what does this mean exactly? If I'm coming into an airport with only an NDB approach, can I use the 480's capabilites to fly a precision approach and get down to a...

Hello Folks... I am looking for some opinions on these two autopilots. They both look like modern systems at roughly the same price points. Just wondering if people can provide some real life information and things one should watch out for. Thanks, -dr

Hello, I'm wondering where I could find a list of Piper (Twin Comanche) part people. We may be doing a lot of renovations and I'm wondering if we have to buy all the parts from Piper or are there aftermarket people out there. We're looking for plastics, headliners, etc. Any links would be...

Hello, Could anyone please direct me to a company that sells yokes? We're looking to replace our yokes with newer more "modern" ones. And links would be appreciated. Thanks, -dr

Hello, As some of you may have concluded with my other posts, we're looking at a getting into a Twin Comanche and I'm curious about what questions to ask after seeing a listing online and prior to getting to the "pre-buy" inspection stage. Currently i'm asking: 1. if all ADs/SBs are complied...

Hello, In my continueing search for information on Twin Comanches I've come across a question on de-ice. I notice some Twin Comaches have it and others don't. Is there an after market company that sells the boots,etc? Or were they all installed at the factory? Also, what is the difference...

Hello, I'm just reading up on HSI's and I notice some planes have HSI's that are not slaved. I know this means i'm supposed to check it every 15 minutes or so to make sure the HSI and the compass jive. I guess I should still do that even if it was slaved... but what I am wondering is if you can...

Hello, We're looking into a twin and the Twin Comanche is on our list. I know that the later models have the counter rotating props -- although i don't know too much about what this means, other than its "better". We fly a mooney now and thus I don't worry about the prop -- as long as it keeps...