Hi all, With the recent topics on Annuals hitting the group, I figured I'd relate my own, indulge myself in a short rant, and ask a question of you. Just got the call from our A&P today and our 172 w/180HP Avcon Conversion came through the annual in pretty good shape. Unfortunately, we did...

Can anybody tell me anything about Pacific Continental Engines of Van Nuys, CA? Thanks Jim

Hi guys I'm still searching for a twin comanche, there is quite a lot available here in Florida for around 70-80k, it looks to me that most do not have an autopilot, would this be a concern of yours? What about installing an autopilot, is that way to expensive, or should I go up in price a...

Hi All, I have been lurking here for some time now and enjoy some of the very interesting threads that take place. Jay always seems to come up with something interesting. Now I have a question and I hope some of you experienced people don't mind wading in. I own a Piper ArcherII PA28-181. In all...

I've decided to sell '87D (anyone interested can see it on rec.aviation.marketplace). Whether I'll buy another airplane is uncertain, but right now I'm doubtful. There are just too many negatives associated with owning an airplane in the Mobile area -- principally hangar and mechanic problems. ...

The TIS traffic audio (e.g., "TRAFFIC NOT AVIALABLE") has quit on my GTX 330/CNX80/MX20 airplane. It worked fine until recently and the configuration set up on the 330 or 80 may have been inadvertently changed. The data displays correctly on the MX20 and the audio tests correctly via the GTX...

Last week, in -22 temperatures, our nose gear drooped all the way to the stop. Later, we were able to put some down pressure on the stabilator (in the hangar) and bring it back up a couple of inches, but made plans to have our A&P look at it. Yesterday, since he wasn't coming in the shop till...

I own a turbo Cessna 310 and I'm wondering if other turbo twin owners do their biennial flight review in their aircraft. Is single engine work required for a flight review if done in a twin? I'm concered that doing the review in my aircraft may be hard on the engines, specifically the turbos. ...

The March of Dimes' online auction ends tomorrow at 2pm (EST). It is an unbelievable opportunity for flying enthusiasts! For those who don't know, the auction will allow someone to fly first class from their home, have dinner with top Continental and Boeing executives, stay at the Renaissance in...

I'd like to add an electronic six probe egt/cht to my bonanza. The three usual candidates with similar products are Electronics-international, JPI and Insight. Some have better features than others but all do what I need. I don't need to save data for future reference. Dynon and MGL...

www.airtrader.co.za is about to launch in Africa. Designed as a communication tool for Pilots and student pilots, you will love this site. Although it only officially launches in March you are invited to join this site and make use of Forums, News, Articles, Calendars, Picture Galleries and much...

Got a demo flight in a new Skylane Saturday morning. Very nice airplane. The G1000 stuff was a bit bewildering at first but otherwise it flew just like any good 182... ....except for one thing: it trued 147 knots! Non-turbo at 5,500 feet, 10 deg. C OAT, 135 KIAS. Wow! That is 10 knots...

We need to replace the stall warning switch on our Cessna-206. Cessna wants over $1100 for what is a $5 Honeywell Micro Switch #7834, some metal face plates and "certification". I've tried Air Parts and several other online parts houses. Other suggestions? Used is OK!

Very long shot, I know, but - does anyone have any schematic or any documentation whatsoever on a pilot controller runway light controller, Model BX-2, made by Subil Enterprises, Inc., Des Moine, IA 50317? Can't find any current address or phone number for that company. Unit was likely made...

I'm studying the JPI data from my recent trip to Key West and back to Wisconsin. One thing stands out. A sudden drop of 60 degrees EGT and rise of 30 degrees CHT on one cylinder while all other cylinders remain rock solid stable. After an extended period of idling at KEYW waiting for a...

need a little help with the wiring of a Narco MK12d Nav/Com to a king kn-73 glideslope rcvr. the king lists it's channeling as pin N =0.1mhz pin L= 0.3 mhz pin y= 0.5 mhz pin S= 0.7 pin P= 0.9 pin V=108mhz

this has got to be it. Both props off for overhaul, it's time, now I am looking at two new props with deice boots, 15k times two. can get some new blades and use the old hubs but I am thinking it's best just to be rid of them. I thought this annual would hurt when I got three new gear...

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The March of Dimes is currently holding an online auction for an unbelievable opportunity - Especially for flying enthusiasts! This auction will allow someone to fly first class from their home, have dinner with top Continental and Boeing executives, stay at the Renaissance in Seattle, tour the...

I just had the new Garmin 430W installed in my Arrow. Cost of the exchange from my older 430 was $2500. Labor to install new antenna and cable plus tax came to $650. It also included testing of existing connections on my old unit with GPSS and the EDM700 fuel totalizer. This also includes a...