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  1. BurnieM
    Yes, but I do not have much to compare it with. The iPad version is way ahead of the Andriod version. Ideal device would be a Ipad mini 6 cellular (for the GPS) with 64GB memory. You do not need a sim to run it. I hotspot to my phone for notams and weather. It is free to download but they charge a subscription for the maps. I believe you can download the maps for 30 days demo without charge.
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    There are 4 theory exams for RPC. The next 2 are Air Legislation (wider scope) and BAK. Human Performance now has a few questions in most of the exams.
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    I think you need to reset your dataset. How about we drop 2020 and 2021 from all comparisons of all types and look at comparisons with 2019. Just a little thing called Covid than generated significant behavioral changes for both enforced and emotional reasons.
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    I regularly use Chemtech CT18 on cars, motorcycles and boats so should work fine on painted surfaces. What are people using for windscreens ?
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    Its you.
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    Seems like Dynon Skyview SE SV-D600 is a 7 inch efis that does not have a mapping display. Can you use the attached GPS as a ADS-B position source ? Need model. Do you need to purchase a new GPS ? A Dynon SV-GPS-2020 is $1600. Sounds like this efis can control the transponder. Is it worthwhile to wire the transponder thru the efis or should it be wired separately with its own gps source ? What model gps do you need to use with the transponder ? You probably need to talk to a Trig dealer.
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    What model GPS do you have ?
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    Whether it is achievable and at what cost is going to depend on the combination of components you have. What model Dynon efis and what model gps do you have connected to it ?
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    Que ? Only if he has a Dynon transponder. He has a Trig TN22
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    Its pretty typical for GPSs built into EFISs to not be an approved position source for ADS-B transponders. Garmins G3X and G5 efis built in gps can be used for cross country navigation and time but not as a ADS-B position source. I would talk to a Trig dealer and see what you are allowed to use the Trig TN72 gps (about $800 plus antenna) for in Australia. On other forums a few references to weak signals from Trig TA50 gps antennas and new TA50 antennas needing to be replaced. Looks like you can use other brand gps antennas with the same specs. Side note Dynon efis do not use a gps antenna but a combined gps receiver/antenna so you you need to use their product for a Dynon efis.
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    Looks like you also need a Trig TA70 or TA50 gps antenna. Trig have TA14 or TA12 ADS-B antennas but looks like you can use other brands as well. So you need; TT22 transponder Trig GPS position source Trig GPS antenna and ADS-B antenna
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    Look like you can use the Trig TN72 gps but only outside class C ? airspace. Otherwise you need Trig TN70 gps at over $4K. Just reading their doco, never installed one.
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    Dont even mention ShellHarbour ! When Western Sydney International opens (Dec 2026?) greater Sydney will be all C or D. If we do not have CTA endorsements by then you are talking about a long detour out west for north or south bound traffic.
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    Garmins G3X Touch has a lot of information displayed on a much bigger screen (along with mapping options) so not really comparable. Comparing with the G5 is more meaningful, with the MicroAir displaying a lot less information on comparible screens but MA having more different types of displays. US$5K seems a little (lot?) low for a 'six pack' with instruments, radio and ADS-B transponder so would be interested to see 'written down' Australian pricing.
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    Some info here; https://www.motorcycleproducts.co.uk/goldfren-ad904-light-aircraft-brake-pads/1/023732
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    Just repeating the feedback from our Casa rep 2 weeks ago. Nothing is set in stone yet but it seems like the decision has already been made.
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    Sounds like this will be similar to Western Sydney 'D+' requiring ADS-B out and Skyechos not being suitable standard. Also maybe requiring some sort of VFR flight plan. Does make you wonder what is causing the delay with RAAus CTA endorsements ? This could get quite heated if they do not appear soon.
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    It is a bit weird that CASA seems to be arguing against ADS-B IN for IFR aircraft. Yes, I know that the industry is pushing CASA on everything that increases their costs but ADS-B IN seems to be a no brainer.
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    I dont think there is a rule but I believe it is good practise to make your dead side turn the same way as the circuit. This lets you more easily check the upwind part of the downwind for conflicting traffic.
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    I believe calling inbound, joining and turning base is pretty common at most places. Plus a current position report if I hear a new plane I had not heard before. The pilot can exercise his/her judgement to call as any times as they believe is required but ... too many calls is a real problem at many locations. If a call is stomped on then neither pilot will be heard and both will be unaware this has occured. CASAs recommendation appears to be a reasonable way to deal with this. I am pretty inexperienced with flying but I do have radio experience with 2 other organisations and there is a big difference between making a call and passing (and receiving) information.
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    Isn't Qld bitching about lack of money (generally) ? How did this happen.
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    Then the technology needs to be a s/load (technical term) better than it is now. My partner had a 2021? CX-5 that could recognize speed limit signs. On the M2/M7 (100kph limit) it would frequently read the 60kph signs on the offramps and flash us a warning. If this warning system was coupled to the brakes it would cause havoc.
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    This is why I love cruise controls, particuarly smart cruise controls. Minimum trip time with minimum stress.
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    Temperature cycling of the surface it is stuck to causes this. It will fall off more quickly in summer. Take it off each time and replace it before flight. Wet the cup with a small amount of water/saliva as well. A suction cup is not designed to be used as a permanent mount. Putting it on and expecting it to still be there when you return in a week is possible but outside its design parameters. I used to sell RAM mounts.
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    Nothing is absolutely safe and nothing is absolutely dangerous. Access the risks and take reasonable precautions but do what you enjoy. Nobody gets out of this place alive.
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