For years I have been talking about the danger of using a JFK runway (22 right) that has a bird nesting area (Joco Marsh) at it's end. http://pages.prodigy.com/uzac16a/joco3.jpg Rather than redirect this runway to its original location, over the middle of Jamaica Bay, the FAA and the Port...

I have a couple of Davd Clarks given to me by my nephew, a former Air Force loadmaster. I want to convert to use on civil aviation radios. As a former engineer and ham radio operator I understand radio principles very well and I am aware of the impedances of military com systems (5 ohm mics, 19...

On Sun, 29 Jan 2006 12:31:20 +0000, wrote: I have a KLN94 and have been offered one of the old Sandisk compact flash writers (USB) that Bendix King used to sell. I know that if one downloads the data into a laptop and uses the cable to transfer it to the KLN94, that data...

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Why hasn't the AutoGiro ever taken off as a PAV (personal aerial vehicle)? It has nearly VTOL capabillities which are crucial for any serious PAV IMHO. Maybe one with computer controlled fly-by-wire (which would make it safe to fly for relative novices ) could help kickstart the market, although...

Hi guys, Got a strange question for you. When I flew in Los Angeles, I'd call 800-WX-BRIEF, get connected to the local FSS and the call would go like this. Him: "Hawthorne flight service." Me: "I'd like a standard weather briefing." Him: "Go ahead." At this point, I'd just list off all the data....

The Role of Lift Demons and Thrust Pixies in Heavier Than Air Flight Publication Date: April 2005 Abstract: The role of Lift Demons in aeronautics was first explained in 1994 by Mary Shafer (NASA). Since then, Shafer's work has been explored and revised. This paper summarises advances in Lift...

I got a nasty surprise from AVEMCO yesterday: a $150 surcharge for terminating my insurance before the policy expiration date. 'Turns out, most carriers impose a 10% "Cancellation Fee," according to my new broker, Travers & Associates. So, not only was AVEMCO non-competitive, they gave me the...

Folks, I'm hoping you can help me diagnose an odd EGT gage behavior. Background: 1965 Aircoupe with Continental C90-16F engine (has vacuum pump). Plane based in N. California so freezing temps not a factor (pre-heat not needed nor used). Has both a CHT and EGT on different cylinders, with the...

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A couple of years back a pair of brothers (?) rented a Piper Arrow and flew it to 35 airports in the San Francisco Bay Area starting at Reid Hillview and ending up back there. One of them did a web site describing this exploit. For the life of me, I can not find the web site. I really liked that...

In article , wrote: On Mon, 19 Jan 2004 00:46:41 GMT, "LawsonE" wrote: All I've been pointing out is that there is no "absolute" verdict you can give on this subject since it would depend on what was...

Hi, Recently I was in a 737-700 during my trip. I noticed that the landing speed was quite high. Anyone know what the normal landing speed is for this aircraft? Also, I noticed that there was another way to slow down the aircraft after touching down. Was it reverse thrust of the engines? I...

Was just wondering if anyone could provide insight as to why when I scan the posted Seattle Center ATC approach and departure frequencies on any of my mobile or base scanners I can only pick up transmissions from the aircraft and not ATC? Thanks! MT

My brain has totally gone blank for this simple question, I know I should have paid more attention in school !!!. I just was given a 12volt 1200mAh battery and a 200mh 3W wall charger by a friend who is quitting flying. It has been that long since he used the battery he doesn't remember charging...

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Hello, I was hoping to get some advice from private pilots regarding getting my pilot's license. I've been doing some thinking about it and have decided that I need more information from real pilots before I venture into training. CURRENT BACKGROUND So far, I am the proud 'owner' of a Cessna...

I'm interested in knowing how important the availability of WiFi access to the Internet is when pilots choose an FBO. Is it enough of a benefit to really affect your choice, or is it just one more thing that is nice to have. If it affects your choice, is it enough to make you select one FBO over...