ok...if walt disney were to design an airplane this would be it. presently, i'm hoping a lot of y'all buy these so i can get one used in a couple of years cheap. if it really delivers those performance numbers and is sport rated then this could be a lot of fun. dan

Where is it dictated that certain states/cities require ethanol in their auto fuel? I've been to the EPA website and get 1000 hits on ethanol, but none which show me the requirements. Thanks Dave

You All Can See Photos Here!!! http://www.internationalferryflights.com/Africa_182_Diesel will update when I have time and recive more photos... Going to Be Busy Next Few Weeks!!!

Guys, I am trying to figure out how to extend the cable for the 396 antenna so i can route the cable in the right way... Have you guys seen a mini usb extension cord or connectors? Or can I simply cut the cord and splice in a foot or so? Let me know what you think?

I have had intermittent problems with 0-320 exhaust studs working loose, usually with overhauled cylinders. I understand it if I have a stubborn nut to remove for a gasket change and the stud comes out with it. I figure that if I reuse that stud/nut again I am asking for it to work back loose...

Why was the pump on and why were you at full rich? Peter wrote: IO-540-C4, Socata TB20 Just got this today. Landed, taxied off the runway, and before doing the post-landing procedure (ie, with the mixture on full rich and the

We have a plane in our club (1978-ish C172N) that has a problem with the pilot's push to talk switch. It is mounted on the yoke handle (as if from the factory, not like an after market). When you press it gently, it works fine. If you press it too hard, the radio continues to send the carrier, but...

Anybody useing the new "improved?" Rapco 215/216 vacuum pumps? Jim

Hey Gang, Sorry for the crosspost but I just got a project dropped into my lap and I could use some help. BCT Bloomington Civic Theatre is doing Jesus Christ Superstar http://www.bloomingtoncivictheatre.org/ Yup, opens next week. They want to try something - Videos. 90 seconds worth:

I was just curious about ya'lls experience with Whelen lights on your aircraft. The reason I'm asking is that I work at the USA's largest firetruck manufacturer and I deal with Whelen lights daily. My experience with Whelen lights on firetrucks is that while they tend to be technologically...

Hello everyone. I'm continuing my quest to buy the best deal in America today. Another option I've looked at is purchasing a low price Cessna with an engine that's past it's recommended time between major overhaul. Some of the sellers I've spoken with are insistent that recomended times...

Flyers, I just wanted to put up post that I am selling my Sporty's DVD collection of Richard Collin's Air Facts on Ebay. I am selling all 8 DVD's that includes the 30 titles. There are two DVD's that have very good IFR information: IFR Risk Management and Instrument Flying Tips. I bought them a...

Hey all. I'd like to add a 12v power port to hook up my cell charger/PDA/GPS / hairdryer and marguerita blender. Any advice on how to get this done, or is it a shop item? The plane is a 1982 C152. Thanks in advance, Marty from Drizzling Palm Beach

Our FBO has a poster on the wall entitled "A Genealogy of Piper Aircraft" or something similar. It shows the various lines of aircraft (PA-28, PA-32 etc) and the various models in that line. I've been trying to find a copy without success. While a quick trip to the color photocopies with the FBO's...

Every 172 I've ever flown has had so much air pouring in around the left doorpost that the pilot's air vent was superfluous. I've thought about wearing a ski mask for winter flying. I, and many others, have always thought it was coming in through the stall horn and just something you had to put up...

Well had my 1st oil change today. Have owned the 1964 172E for just 25 hours. When the filter was cut open we found a few small slivers of Aluminum. When I bought the plane the pre-buy inspection was a complete annual and the mechanic didn't mention any "aluminum in the oil" so apparrantly this...

Just taking a swag at what it might cost to buy and own a $40,000 plane in the Cherokee class, here is what I came up with. Feedback from those who are wiser appreciated: Assumption: $40,000 plane bought with a 15-year 7.5% loan with 20% down. Startup costs: Down payment: $8,000 Loan fees: ...

I am now able to reproduce my charging problem. Engine off, Bat and Alt on: Bus voltage: 24.8 Supply to Voltage Regulator: 22.6 Voltage Regulator Output to Alt Field: 21.6 I'm thinking maybe I should rig a jumper from Bus to the Voltage regulator to see if the problem has to do with that 2.2v...

Guess the real question is: At what altitude is a pressure suit required? Was SpaceShip One pressurized? All we saw was Melville with an O2 mask. You always see the U2 pilots with full pressure suits, but I guess that could be because of the duration at altitude? Since Melville was only...

Tony Woolner wrote: Is it more difficult to buy a plane from an estate rather than an owner? There is a broker involved who listed the plane. As long as there's a broker involved, it may be easier. Owners sometimes have inflated ideas of the value of an aircraft and refuse to lower the...