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  1. Rob Easther
    Sounds great Bruce, many thanks, will do. Regards, Rob
  2. Rob Easther
    The one I was able to get from from Howie was for the new aircraft, he couldn't find one for the older machine which was built in 1989 so was hoping someone has one for the older Lightwing. Thanks both for the advice and I'll try RA-Aus tech. Regards, Rob
  3. Rob Easther
    Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy of a LW GR912 POH please? Howie Hughes couldn't supply. Thankyou, Rob Easther
  4. Rob Easther
    Has anyone found a cheaper price for a PLB with GPS than AccuSat MT410G $589 from Johnny Appleseed https://www.ja-gps.com.au/index.html ?
  5. Rob Easther
    I'm in the market for a replacement for my X-Air. With the possibilty of buying a GA aircraft like a Cessna 150 under the likely new RAA weight regime, I'm getting all sorts of advice and comparisons with RAA aircraft that has my head spinning and would like to hear more discussion on the topic. I'll write to the magazine editors and ask that someone clever write an article on the pros and cons as this must surely be a hot topic for the very near future. safety...initial cost...maintenance...aircraft longevity...performance...operating costs...rough field landings/take offs...durability...survivability in a crash
  6. Rob Easther
    Thanks Tony, I had heard about Amorall and it loks like the way to go...my skins can certainly do with a bit of sprucing up and the fact is the aircraft is not in the sun for long periods. I haven't heard from Michael Coates yet re X-Air's specifically and might see what he has to say also. Thanks again. Regards Rob
  7. Rob Easther
    Many thanks to Jordi, aircraft 1 and Rocko for your advice, very helpful. Will contact Wayne Fisher to discuss and also join X-Air Users group. Regards, Rob
  8. Rob Easther
    I have a vague memory of information on the site about this but can't find it so, wondering what people do about providing some uv protection for the wings and fuselage on aircraft like my X-Air? 303-uv-protectant is a product I've found on the internet which sounds easy to use and not too toxic. Something water based would be good? Then someone suggested I use a water based clear paint from the hardware shop if such a product exists. Advice anyone please?
  9. Rob Easther
    Hello Paul, I wrote a reply to your latest but the system told me you were not tking personal emails...is this so? Regards Rob
  10. Rob Easther
    Yep, many thanks Ross and Ian Regards Rob
  11. Rob Easther
    Hi Ian, I think it's OK as Ross has loaded it as an avatar, have yet to see it appear when I post a comment on the forum. Sorry for the trouble! Regards Rob PS The site is really great!
  12. Rob Easther
    Thanks Potoroo for the advice re critical speeds, will study the Handbook. And Ian for the book reference. I had another cladssic referred to me and will also seek to purchase that, 'Stick & Rudder'. Ian, any news on why I can't seem to get a photo onto my profile please? Regards to all Rob
  13. Rob Easther
    Many thanks to all who responded...I have re-read your comments several times and intend to fly tomorrow weather permitting and will try some new approaches to try and get more comfortable with being bounced around. Special thanks to Baphomet with the rag and tube experience...although I envy those in the Jabiru's and other more sophisticated aircraft, I'm sure the kind of aircraft I'm flying is different...all that wing area for starters. And the strip I fly from is notorious for lumpy conditions being in the hills at the foot of Mt Wellington in Hobart. I have a session booked with an instructor to do some experimenting...many thanks again to all who helped me.
  14. Rob Easther
    Thanks for the advice...what is a 'block' altitude level? Any thoughts on stick v rudder for control please?
  15. Rob Easther
    Flying in turbulence I'm having difficulty flying in turbulence in an X-Air and would appreciate more advice...I seem to be over correcting with the stick when a friend who flies a Thruster suggested I should use rudder and keep the stick pretty still which I am yet to try. All in all, it's certainly spoiling my enjoyment of flying...I'm too anxious and twitchy at the controls and need to get through this 'phase'...I have about 50 hours solo all up and about 30 in my X-Air. Advice please?
  16. Rob Easther
    In thrket for a Skyfox I'm also looking at buying a Skyfox so very interested in what's already been written...many thanks. I'm also grappling with tail dragger or tricycle u/c and would appreciate any advice from experienced pilots.
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