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  1. planedriver
    Of course! Short grass for faster take-offs Longer grass on landing strip Makes sense dunnit?
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    it reminds him of a going nowhere fast Ford Mondeo with a stuffed tranny (read that as auto-transmission you politically corrects). Poor bugger probably regrets flogging off his Ford Prefect ?, but as Admin you have to try to maintain an admirable image, otherwise....
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    I'd be hesitant putting my backside in the seat of one without full confidence in the pilot. They were very high performance for their type, but required good training to operate them safely and quite a high number have met their demise in them. Specific training for type mandated by FAA improved improved the statistics. Interesting read on Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitsubishi_MU-2
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    It's a pity they don't also run water through pipes to the agricultural areas where it's needed most. This would also create income from exports as well as producing an income for farmers that supply the local markets. An interesting post. Thanks!
  5. planedriver
    While Admin can earn one for simply choosing to fly Sh*tstar, who now offer discounted blood-pressure monitors to their regular customers.........
  6. planedriver
    And for further good advice, there's always Graham Ross's Gardening Show on Radio 2GB 873am on Saturday mornings.
  7. planedriver
    Oh no! not another airport sale like Hoxton Park etc; etc; Maybe they should sell the airports pollie's use for commuting to Canberra until they find someone in government with a bit of vision Just don't hold your breath on that one.
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    Not much restoration done yet methinks----overalls too clean!
  9. planedriver
    Don't worry about the seat pitch red, rumour has it that the seats are being redesigned with deep recesses for ones kneecaps. But the airfares may get a little cheaper:wink:
  10. planedriver
    Forgetting to put in the drain plugs before launching proves what seems to be a strange scientific fact. Water goes in faster than it comes out:wink: They also get very, very heavy in no time at all. Trust me!
  11. planedriver
    It looks like the conditions kept you very busy, but not a sick bag in sight:thumb up:. That's a bonus!
  12. planedriver
    I nearly put a reference to Sammy Davis Junior in my original post PMC, but refrained because these are respectable forums.
  13. planedriver
    [/url]https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/extra/bM5diyl48K/alcock
  14. planedriver
    Facthunter (Nev) is not on line at the moment, as a believe he may have ducked down to the bottle shop to get something to celebrate with? If he gets back before drinking the contents, he should tick over the 20,000 post's mark this evening, which currently stands at 19,995. What an achievment! and may it continue for many moons to come.. I for one, would like to pass on my sincere thanks to you Nev for all the knowledgable tips and wise contributions that you've posted over the years, which help us be a safer community and better pilots. I can assure you it is very much appreciated. Good on you mate, your efforts are worthy of some recognition. Well done! Kind regards Planey
  15. planedriver
    Great post and some brilliant photo's. Looks like a wonderful trip which may inspire others to replicate. Thanks for posting it.
  16. planedriver
    Nicely done by the man on the sticks, and of course the grip with the camera
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    When I saw it fly past from the balcony of my hotel on last Sundays flight, it appeared to be flying at probably only around 5 or 600ft above sea level, which does not give much time if anything goes pear shaped. I was just fitting telephoto lens to my camera to get a shot of it, but ran out of time. Fortunately, the pax on this occasion is still around to tell the story of his experience, and is probably counting his lucky stars. Very sad to loose another iconic old aircraft with loved one's on board. R.I.P. and condolences to all family and friends. Just had a call from a second cousin in the UK who only a week or so ago had a Spitfire flight for his 90th Birthday. News travels fast these days.
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    Search underway for missing Yak52 which had been on short local joy flight, near South Stradbroke Island. [/url]https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/two-missnear South Stradbroke Islanding-after-small-plane-disappears-over-moreton-bay-20190605-p51uur.html. Very sad, saw it only a few days ago flying past Surfers Paradise, and thought it looked great.
  19. planedriver
    Anyone wishing to fabricate their own dolley, may find The Richmond Wheel and Caster catalogue useful. They carry a huge range and have outlets in most States. Castors - Richmond Wheel & Castor Co
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    I have a second cousin who used to work on Spitfires and he turns 90 yrs old tomorrow. Lucky bugger is being treated to a Spitfire flight out of Biggin Hill on Wednesday. (family pockets there, are a lot deeper than mine) Guess who's green with envy? I used to live approx midway between Biggin Hill and Kenley, so saw plenty of both Spitfires and Hurricanes flying around as a kid, so found the Wikipedia write-up very interesting. Thanks for posting the link OME.
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    That's a classic shot and I can almost hear the roar and feel the vibrations. It's great to know that we still have enough expertise around to both restore and keep these icons serviceable. Not sure how far off is the John Travolta Boeing 707 before we see it here? PS sorry got out of step there. missed mnewbery's post. Just too excited to Connie in action I guess.
  22. planedriver
    Looks like a nice and memorable trip Graham. I thought the balloon shot was spectacular.
  23. planedriver
    Unfortunately, it seems a Cirrus has come down at Tooradin this afternoon after a short flight. Early reports indicate that no one taken to hospital, which sounds like a positive outcome. Three people involved in plane crash
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    Certainly the case with Clamback & Hennesy. If they are seen at traffic lights holding a bucket, I hope everyone makes a donation. That's a sad situation after putting most of your life into something.
  25. planedriver
    When I started flying I nearly always felt a bit crook, but after the instructor said "you have control" I was so intent on flying the plane according to his instructions, that my mind was concentrating on many things that were new to me, but had to be done, and I felt heaps better. I'm sure a busy mind helps the situation.
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