I am a former student pilot (with about 15 hours) who is developing an autonomous UAV. I've read contradicting reports that lateral acceleration is and isn't an accurate indication of slip. The inclinometer ("the ball") in a full scale/manned airplane measures lateral acceleration. I've read that...

Anybody have any feedback on the Garmin 96C or 96? Thanks, John Bell www.cockpitgps.com

This might be nitpicky, but nothing in the AIM is a "requirement". Technically the AIM is not the law, the FAR is. Nonetheless, the AIM is incredibly important - I know. It seems subtle, doesn't it?

I am thinking of renting a 172 and going for overnight camping within 4 hours flying distance of North Dallas. I am an AOPA member and I did a search for the fields that allow camping but without descriptions, it is hard to decide. It would be nice to hear from others who have done this. All we...

I thought you folks might get a kick out of the reaction of the fellow who will be staying with us during EAA. Here's some of what he's written (with his permission): ************************************************************ HOLY COW!!!!!! i don't believe it. i've been dreaming about going...

Any recommendations for flying into Hyannis (KHYA)? It's in my plans for next week. I have to admit: I'm a little worried about it. I saw on the Jepp plate that one must contact airport ops, before shutdown, for an escort. That doesn't sound friendly. Thanks... Andrew

This was a very nice collection of (old and new) aviation stories that aired this past Sunday night, at 10:35pm, after our local (Twin Cities) news. http://www.kstp.com/article/stories/S18288.html?cat=26 KSTP (Ch 5) Jason Davis - On The Road (And yes, this is the local TV station with the...

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Let's forget anything I said about the Unusual Attitudes Course and Modified Wing Overs, etc and just address doing a smooth Lazy 8 for my wife's benefit. My procedure for the Lazy 8: entry at 15/15* P&B, then up to 30/30* P&B at 90* to entry and down to 5-10 mph over stall using proper...

http://www.azfamily.com/news/local/Plane-crashes-into-building-at-Deer-Valley-Airport-99934759.html?hpt=T2 This sort of thing does nothing to enhance the reputation of general aviation in the eyes of the public.

On Jul 1, 12:44*pm, "Jay Honeck" wrote: We're just a few weeks away from America's only fly-in pool party at our aviation themed hotel, the Alexis Park Inn & Suites! We're located right next to Rwy 25 in Iowa City, IA (KIOW). Here is your official...

I have seen several E6-B calculator utilities for the Palm operating system, and I was wondering if any of you could recommend (or not recommend) any of them, I'm looking to score one soon (and any program that had any features specific for helicopter would be a bonus). Thanks in advance - - B

"Stealth Pilot" wrote in message ... the sky now has two types of pilot in it. professional aviators and true enthusiasts. Pretty narrow-minded view. What about the 'true enthusiasts' who now, due to increased...

The McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet is a multirole fighter aircraft. It has been the aerial demonstration aircraft for the Blue Angels since 1986. The F/A-18 Hornets' main mission are fighter escort, fleet air defense, close air support and many others. Warplanes.com offers F/A-18 Hornet flown by...

Could someone fill me in on the Aerostar fuel system? The one in question is a 602P. IIRC, Ted Smith designed it as a "Leave it alone and burn all the fuel in the airplane" type system. But wasn't there a lawsuit over one years ago? Al G

Allow me to share with you here some information about the AIM of LIFE . What is your purpose in life? What is the rationale behind our life? Why do we live in this life? These questions frequently intrigue people who try to find accurate answers. People provide different answers to these...

wots the go over there in the States? ie any aircraft restrictions, instruments?, max pax? - etc. http://www.taic.org.nz/aviation/03-004.pdf (1.7Mb) and: what do you have over there for monitoring IFR, and in particular, ILS

Hi folks, Looking for some advise This might seem strange. I'm one of those guys who didn't have much "vision" earlier on in life in terms of what I wanted to do. I got plenty-o-schooling, but feel now, nearing age 37, that I didn't make the "best choices" in terms of a career that makes me...

Making a first time visit to Florida for a business conference and always give myself an extra day to do some local flying with an instructor. Any recommendations for an airport and FBO around Tampa? I'll have to get there by cab. Thanks! Robert LWM

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