http://aviation.c-map.com/ProductInfo/AVMAP/ekp3c.asp Mary and I picked up one of these things in OSH, and I'm absolutely stunned that there has been virtually NO discussion of this almost unbelievable "hand-held" here on the groups. When my Airmap 300 started to get hinky, I started down the...

The avionics on a Piper Turbo Arrow (PA28RT201T) are approaching retirement age. Does anybody know if there's a glass panel upgrade (a la G1000) for the Turbo Arrow? Any STC's needed? -- Tauno Voipio tauno voipio (at) iki fi

Hi In addition to the usual oil filter system, my Mooney M20E is equiped with the aero version of the Frantz oil filter. However, I have much difficulty to locate a supplier of filter elements ( you know the one which looks like toilet paper roll) which are FAA approved. I would really much...

Man, this aircraft ownership thing really does present its share of tests. The latest issue I am dealing with is a decomposing mouse somewhere forward of the firewall. My aircraft is a Bonanza V35 and I am flying at least twice a week, but frequency (or lack thereof) of flight appears to...

I bought a cheap SLA trickle charger at a ham fest awhile ago thinking I might use it with a cable I made for my Aztec. On a warm (but not warm enough) day last week I tried start the plane without heating the engines. I failed. I thought it would be a good time to try the charger. I knew my...

I've been flying my 182 for the last 19 years and it's become just "transportation" and not "fun" anymore. So I'm thinking of buying an "airknocker" to fly for fun . Do any of you guys out there that have Aeronca experience have any tips or suggestions on what to look for in a pre-purchase for...

I'm starting a club and soon our members will meet to discuss our top 10 planes. 1 of the planes being considered has been in an accident where the bird flipped over (C172). The repairs were preformed as needed and the plane has been flying for many years. Should a club consider this plane (even...

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I have a 1966 Cherokee 180 with fixed pitch prop. I have noticed some oil streaks on the back plate of the prop spinner, apparently seeping out between the prop and flywheel. Anyone have an expereince with this? Is there a plug in the front the hollow (I assume) crankshaft that could be leaking? Is...

We're installing a new 'eyebrow' over the panel in our C172M. (From Planeplastics). For anyone who has installed one of these before, what is a recommended adhesive to secure the foreward end of the plastic eyebrow unit to the top of the 'dashboard'. We have it snipped and trimmed out to...

i really need to start this by saying i know absolutely nothing new or bad about any aircraft. i'm sure not trying to start any rumors. in fact, this may be something that y'all have already chewed on but... the outfit i rent from is just down the taxiway from "air aces" at houston-hooks where...

I own a '65 Cessna Skyhawk with a Lycoming O-360-A1A turning a constant speed prop. I recently read an article in the Cessna Pilot's Association on too high of oil temperatures, but that is not my case. I have been in contact with them and they also suggest I get the wisdom of the NG. The oil...

"I Want To FLY!"-(Youth) My store to raise funds for flying lessons http://www.cafeshops.com/IWantToFly Hi! My name is Trace. I am 13 years old and LOVE to fly planes and gliders. I have a deal with my parents to split the cost of my flying lessons. My dad helped me start my "I want To FLY!"...

I'm looking at purchasing an early (1960) Piper Aztec. I would like to know what should be checked and what the real gotchas are on this age of aircraft. Thanks, Dean

At my annual, the IA said my plane is in great, clean safe condition, but I need to have my prop overhauled. It's a 2 blade aluminum prop on a Lycoming 235/L2 engine. My understanding is that it just needs a clean up, some paint and filler, then a balance and return to service. Has anyone done...

All the snooping in the newsgroup just paid off...I think! I just closed the deal on my first airplane. Based on my mission profile and the things I learned from the newsgroup, I had the following objectives: 1. Must be able to *legally* fit my wife and three (small) kids. 2. 180 HP or greater...

How common is this? I am seeing some 152s for sale with engines as high as 3000 hours SMOH. Surprising. (Well, to me!) Related question (probably nearly impossible to answer): to what degree is an engine's reliability related to it's time SMO? Obviously, it has to be that a Lyc at 2200 hours...

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Am wondering if there's a design flaw in the ACK E-01 ELT or just an anomaly? Our unit went off by itself today because the battery in the remote panel mount indicator died, triggering the ELT, and I'd like to know if anyone else has had this happen? If a dying battery in the remote ***always***...

What about high oil pressure. My factory zero time O-235C1 is running at around 90 psi in cruise. This is at the very top of the allowed range. Oil Pressure Limits - (Normal operations) Minimum 60 p.s.i. Maximum 90 p.s.i. (Idling 25 p.s.i.) (Starting & Warm-up) Maximum 100 p.s.i. Is this a...