clouddancer

“ A minus for raaus for me is they told me this week I can't use my xair to complete my solo training because I wasn't involved in the building of the kit. But I can do my endorsements in it. That is silly. They won't let me fly it solo but are happy for me to carry the instructor around for the endorsements. “ I think you will find this is in the CAO 95.55, so it is not a “rule” RAAus has made, but a rule made by CASA.

First question. Is a Bolly prop legal on a Gazelle? Because Gazelle’s are Type Certified, not originally. Allsize were the original certified prop. But yes, if the MARAP process has been followed you can put a Bolly prop on a Gazelle. MARAP is exactly like a STC for RAAus Type Certified aircraft. So did the original owner pay for a MARAP for a Bolly prop? seems like the answer is no. is this fair on a subsequent owner? No, but buyer beware. Do research before you buy an aircraft, confirm what is original.

As far as I know there are 12 pilots in that photo and there are no company cars, there is not enough budget.

Check out the RAAP on controlled airspace on the RAAus website. https://www.raa.asn.au/storage/raap-14-can-i-fly-in-controlled-airspace.pdf

Try this. https://www.raa.asn.au/storage/raap-11-converting-a-pilot-from-another-organisation-to-raaus-pilot-certificate-instructor-rating.pdf

The report states “under review” I don’t think this is anything more than the pilot’s report, not the outcome.

https://www.raa.asn.au/calendar-of-events/mtow/

I think there would be an announcement from RAAus if they could register 760 kg MTOW aircraft already. Mid 2022 is what has been provided in emails by RAAus

You should check ERSA special procedures

Please don’t fly into controlled airspace without holding a current CASA license and medical in an RAAus aircraft! The fact the controller knows you is not enough, you need to meet the controlled airspace requirements, meaning current CASA license, medical, current RAAus qualifications and an aircraft with calibrated instruments including altimeter, transponder (if the airspace requires it) and an approved engine (no automotive conversions)

There are inaccuracies in the post from Air Venture and RAAus did not organize the raffle. the info about the trust as a start

Why does everyone assume what was said in the original post by AirVenture is true?

Can I suggest forumites write with specific airfield issues directly to RAAus, who will be happy to take up the discussion with Councils if RAAus members are not being treated equitably with other aircraft owners?

Send an email to [email protected] and ask

Graham spent more than one evening discussing instructing techniques with me and another instructor at our school, after spending all day with his own students. He helped immensely, freely, joyfully and with passion! I always enjoyed him calling out to Temora, dropping in for a coffee, he would always bring something to eat so we could spend more time talking about flying. I was privileged to gain a formation endorsement with him, and loved his stories about flying not just all over the country, but all over the world. I can't believe he is really gone, but he has left a great big hole in the world with his passing. My thoughts are with his daughter and son in law, and his family, not just by blood but in the wider aviation community. We have lost a great pilot, instructor and friend. Fly on Graham!