Hi everyone! L O N G time lurker, infrequent poster here. I have a question about what must legally be carried in the airplane for the pilot operating handbook. But first, let me share with you a little bit of my experience buying an airplane...You may remember a few months ago I was looking at...

I just moved to cincinnati and curious about the status of ethanol in the autofuel in the area. Is there a web site that shows what cities and/or counties that have ethanol in their autofuel? Are there any airports in the Cincinnati area that sells autofuel? Thanks

Back in May '06, I posted asking for some ideas around keeping birds off various parts of the airplane. My tiedown is at the end of a line of tiedowns that places it next to a large hangar with various small trees and vegetation surrounding the property that is home to many birds. While I enjoy low...

In response to my question about an upgrade or trade-in route from the 396 to the 496... ========= Thank you for contacting Garmin: Unfortunately, no. Garmin is a new equipment manufacturer, and we sell our equipment exclusively through our distribution network. Because we do not sell equipment...

The 2006 Oshkosh Bound posters, the Ripon-Fisk-Oshkosh graphic procedures, and a couple of "wallpaper" graphics of the Oshkosh sectional are posted with a click from: www.rstengineering.com Have a cold one for me, fellers...

Lots of room in the shoulder harness, but need a couple of short (2"-4") extenders for the lap belts. The POH / Manual states that the belts are Schroth Type 5-01-1C0701, Part No. 000918. The shoulder belts are integrally attached to the lap belt buckle, thus a longer extension could compromise...

Hello, I'm wondering if its legal to put a 2nd artificial horizon in the plane as a backup if it is not certified? We may want to put one in the plane as a backup... but just wanted to know if we need a certified unit or not. Thanks, -dr

So I've been looking to buy a C-172 and came across this Sundowner. I've heard all the "Slowdowner" stories and did a side-by-side from the published specs: Cruise speed and roc: Sundowner slightly better Payload: Sundowner slightly better Runway required: C-172 slightly better.

Down south (Texas), is air conditioning worth consideration on something with only 180hp? What type of HP and weight hit does it incur? Is it worth it? I suspect it's a possible source of ongoing maintenance. Should it be considered or avoided at all costs? Does A/C add much to the cost of...

Anybody else have this great GPS? I just got the new updates with private airports and all, but it keeps crashing. I also was hoping to add weather to it somehow.

Just got this... JA Air Center, your Garmin source, is pleased to announce the new Garmin GPSmap 496 with XM Weather, Terrain, AOPA Airport Guide, Taxiway Database, and built in StreetPilot Automotive GPS. Limited quantities are in stock and available for immediate delivery. Call toll-free...

OK, this is going to be a rather long post since I have quite a few question and they are all over the bloody map here. I know most of you have gone through this sometime and while I do expect I'm not necessarily going to hear what I want, I'll definitely hear mostly what I need.. Bear in mind,...

("Jim Burns" wrote) Wednesday afternoon and evening, after the airshow North 40 airplane parking/camping Jay & Mary Honeck's camping spot N56993 Entry is free but a 6 pack of good beer is appreciated. Stop by early if you want, we'll be there setting up and grilling. in message

Hey all. I recently inquired about replacing my dead transponder (KT-76) with a worn out cavity. I've since bought an e-bay special KT-79. I haven't installed it yet, but have powered it up on the bench. Things seem OK, except that the VFR button sends the unit to code "4263" rather than...

I'm trying to find a Fill-Rite AV4211 DC Avgas Aviation Pump System. If anyone has one of these for sale or knows where I can locate one, please write to me, . Thanks. ** Captain Infinity

Hi all, I've been interested in flying for a long time, and I'm finally hoping to be able to get my PPL and work up from there. At the moment I'm trying to research what kind of plane I would like to look into owning either before or after I get my PPL. I have a few questions for those of you...

Well, I went and kicked the tires on the Sundowner. It is roomy and the two doors are a lot more convienient than the single Piper door. But, to make a long story short, the plane had extensive and recent damage from a landing incident; prop strike, collapsed gear, one wing, fuselage, and tail...

As I promised Mike Granby, I stopped by Honeywell Bendix King's booth at OSH yesterday to pick their brains about their upcoming yet to be announced King KLN430 or what ever they will call it. I got very few answers but very big grins from the rep. When will it be introduced? Can't say, big...

I was talking to a fellow pilot last night about cleaning plexiglass and he suggested using something called Mirror Glaze as a way to get out minor scratchiing and crazing (or just for a good cleaning). Up to this point I have only used Plexus or similar products to do our windows. Has anyone...

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