I recently became a first time aircraft owner and I'm quickly realizing that with the uneven pavement on the ramp to my hanger, and the 2600lb empty weight of the plane, I'm going to have to resign to getting some form of aircraft tug. Looking at the Sporty's catalog, there are two types listed,...

On Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:15:56 -0800 (PST), Mark wrote: Mark Mark(ie) on Mark(ie): Retired aka lazy, bored and too stupid to do **** anymore - "I've since moved on to guitars, turbojets, alternative energy, and Victory gardens."~sci.physics

I have owned this Cherokee 140 since 1994. I have logged over 1000 hours in it through the original and the now installed overhauled engine. Oil temps were usually at 180 degrees (both engines)when OATs were between 50-80 degrees or so. It would read 1 needle mark higher when it got to be 95+...

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I had to make the weekly pilgrimage to the shop today and took a few more pictures. Pictures can be viewed he http://s66.photobucket.com/albums/h262/k2_boardrider/ Password is "jack" then click on "ribs". First six pictures are the new ones. Not much progress since the last week but I'm...

I see this subject was discussed on the list back in '99, but I was wondering what people have been doing lately. I am purchasing a Canadian registered 206 and am importing it into the US. The aircraft just had an annual, but the owner doesn't have insurance on it, so the option of having him fly...

I'm going to guess the last successful airliner without a computer was the Boeing 737 original version. And the largest sucessful airliner without a computer was the Boeing 747 original. And I believe the last successful large bomber without a computer was the B-47. Can anyone confirm or refute...

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...

The only way I can describe yesterday's events at Pearson is "damn lucky"... That's rather unfair -- everyone involved: the cabin crew, Airbus designers, the folks who made the slides, you name it, all contributed to a highly successful evac in less than stellar circumstances, but still...damn...

For those who have not been following this DIY project, I am writing the details of what it takes to replace the seat covers, wall panels, and carpeting in a Cherokee 140 using Airtex "Premium" materials. This project is also "scope creeping" to include the interior plastic and other items that...

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I'm hoping folks on this newsgroup can give me some ideas to take back to my flying club. We currently have 24 members and 3 aircraft. Through years of less than stellar management the officers the club has found itself in the position of facing some very expensive upgrades. As a result the...

Does anyone know if there is an STC for use of auto fuel in a PA32-260. I've been unable to find one. At $3.30/gal for avgas at KBHM I've got to stop the bleeding a bit. Thanks in advance. Bruce McFadden Birmingham, AL PA32-260 N5594J

Group question RE Painting the Plane. I'm located west of Cleveland, Ohio. I've heard good things about Sky Harbour in Goderich Ontario. Any comments or suggestions for good shops closer? Thanks Chuck

I need some 5.50 tires and I want Loooong wearing, as the labor is high. Don't care much about price of the tire. Any suggestions?

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...

first time prospective owner, i'm probably a couple of weeks away from owning (with the bank etc) a 172c skyhawk and am looking for the best info sources. thought i had a 172 club located but their site is no-go. found cessna pilots assn and it looks interesating. any advice? dan

I'm looking into buying a Cessna 180 (I sold my Husky). Anyone know of any good info resources out there?

I flew the airplane today, and headset noise (alternator whine) has not been completely eliminated by the resolution of the ground loop through the intercom system, but it has been further reduced to a level where it is just manageable. The "chop chop" or "flutter" electrical noise is still...