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    A newspaper has named the F/O (who they say is a pilot from a major Australian airline on leave without pay)
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    I wasn't suggesting that, in fact I believe it should be left to the pilot/aircraft operator to determine whether any training is required. Just don't use the term "type" to describe aircraft of similar design and handling characteristics, particularly when the term has already been defined and accepted to mean as per the FAA definition.
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    I think that's what the RAAPs were meant to resolve. RAAP-1 Concerning Types Training makes interesting reading, I'm a little more confused having read it. Here's what the FAA define an aircraft type as: Type: As used with respect to the certification, ratings, privileges, and limitations of airmen, means a specific make and basic model of aircraft, including modifications thereto that do not change its handling or flight characteristics. Examples include: DC–7, 1049, and F–27.
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    ARO has summed things up well.
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    It seems to be a bit like the CASA part 61/141/142 rules, there wouldn't seem to be a safety case for creating these rules? Maybe they've been mandated by CASA? If the rules are trying to prevent accidents, where is education component? If warranted, the education should address the items to be ticked off by the L4 on the 8 pages of form 7. Again, what responsibility is carried by the L4, they make certain "recommendations" on the final inspection report.
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    Id be curious to learn what liability an L4 (or any other accepted person) would carry should an aircraft crash on a test flight? If the inspector has given the thumbs up, surely they are saying this thing is good to fly? The statement in the tech manual indicating the inspector is simply completing an independent inspection and not guaranteeing airworthiness would be dubious defence in court? Scenario: Ralph builds an aeroplane for the purpose of learning to fly. His aircraft has the appropriate progress inspections and gets his RPC holder mate George to "test fly" it. Aeroplane has a failure of some sort resulting in a prang, George is permanently incapacitated, George takes Ralph to court to sue for damages. Ralph tells the court he just built the aircraft to the best of his ability, it had four inspections by an RAAus expert and here are copies of the forms proving it was inspected. The forms include an extensive checklist and all items are marked satisfactory and signed by the expert. George says the inspector said it was safe, I just built it so sue him.
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    An Ibis GS700? ASN Aircraft accident 31-JUL-2016 Ibis GS-700 Magic 19-7555
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    $200/hour dual. You could also consider going up to Dan at Wings Out West at Dubbo. He operates Piper Cubs and might have onsite accom'.
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    Suggest you contact the Op's /Deputy Manager. The new Op's Manual will clearly define "type". If you're going to hire a different type from a school you'll need to do some dual before they'll hire it to you. This would satisfy any training requirement for a different type.
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    You might be best finding a Drifter or Thruster? I could do it in an Aeronca Champ, but probably not appropriate type.
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    Would Wangaratta or Temora be too far away? What's the purpose? (ie ongoing hire, improving skills, buying a taildragger?)
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    Just to clarify, my response was to the above question. I agree with your comments SDQDI regarding backtracking, as opposed to sitting on the threshold with my back to final approach.
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    Yes you can line-up and hold, but I wouldn't consider this to be wise. There have been numerous accidents over the years with aircraft lining up and holding on the threshold, only to have an aircraft land on top of them. Safest option is to hold in a position whereby you can see at least aircraft on final, then when clear line-up and roll in one motion. Radio is relied upon far too heavily, it relies on everyone having a serviceable radio, on the correct frequency, a competent operator at the end of it and no over transmissions. I get nervous when given a line up and wait instruction at a controlled airport and certainly wouldn't do so at a NCTL.
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    Man killed in light plane crash near SA-NT border - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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    Reported elsewhere as a Cessna 150?
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    Given you are overseas, why the urgency to renew?
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    Congratulations! Removing the area restriction opens up a whole new world of adventures! I'd have thought the Nav/Met exam would've been passed before any solo Navs?
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    I did see some of C+H's equipment up for sale, a Warrior, Fuel trailer and tug. Not sure if they're cleaning out or closing up?
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    You cannot obtain a PPL now without being assessed on D and C airspace.
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    Or simulated CTA/CTR (controlled aerodrome/airspace) if impracticable to access. eg: learning to fly in broken hill.
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    Interesting to see how the timelines are going? Haven't seen any educational or professional development stuff rolled out as yet. https://www.raa.asn.au/storage/2015-18-strategic-plan-reviewed-may-2016.pdf
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    You can hold an aerobatic endorsement on an RPL. You must hold a class 1 or 2 medical and be trained by an appropriately qualified instructor. You'd need to complete the PPL theory exam and approach a GA flying school to complete an assessment of your skills and knowledge. The CFI should then either complete a flight test or design a course of training to get you up to speed on any deficiencies.
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    Thanks Don, I have tried to contribute to the conversation and have helped develop material, but have been shut out/down. The issues faced by RAAus are common to operators of similar type aircraft around the world. This organisation should be using the learnings and the training tools produced by NAAs rather than trying to reinvent the wheel. The FAA, CAA UK, NZ CAA and CASA have a wealth of well researched and developed training material I know RAAus could use if they sought permission. At the very least some links to a few could be placed on the website rather than the current "watch this space" statement that's been there since the new website was launched. I'm told CFIs are sent packs of info', this is of no use to private operators who only come into contact with FTFs every 2 years. The hard bit of the training had been done - ie the audience/learners are highly motivated to learn, it's now up to RAAus to deliver the training materials!
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    Don, I couldn't agree more - education is the answer. Maybe I'm missing something, but I cannot recall seeing any educational material addressing specific safety issues being produced? The website says there will be online learning made available during 2016 and to "watch this space". The "Clear Mind, Clear Prop" booklet cited examples and raised lots of questions, but no solutions. There also seem to be many incidents citing "Human Factors" as the cause, however I'm not sure there's a clear understanding of the subject and a quick look at the RAAus syllabus supports this statement.
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