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  1. BirdDog
    I can agree with some here, as I was, at one point, going to purchase a block at Temora and put up a Hangar. When I got the quote back from the shed guys, I nearly fainted. They wanted more than $120,000 for the Hangar alone. SO... I called another shed mob and asked for a quote on the EXACT same size "shed" for my "property" It was half the price - for the same thing. I think it's like weddings. As you as you mention the word Wedding, the flowers double in price! LOL! I now rent hangar space in a very nice hangar in southern NSW. Great AD, and the hangar I am in is large and very comfortable. Shower, toilet, and even an office space if I want to use it. For what I pay for it, I think it's pretty good value to keep my bird out of the elements, and somewhere to work on her when I need to. I share it with another aircraft, but it's large enough to house both of us, without having to move aircraft to get out - the other is a Bonanza! Would I buy one as an investment - Maybe - If I was to put my own bird in it, and maybe lease some space out to someone else. You can always sell in the future, and you have to put a value on it being yours to do with as you wish.
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    Thanks mate.
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    Great post Drew. Plenty of lessons learnt. I am still surprised sometimes in discussions when I hear someone utter the words... "I have been flying for more than 20 years..., and mostly it's to brag how they have been doing this way or that, and never had a problem. I am one of those guys who checks everything, and runs every check list. Like you said, you will always come back down - I just try to make sure it's under my control!
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    So, this came across my desk today, and I just got off the phone with the curator. What an amazing collection, and well worth a look, and so I thought I would share. http://www.aviationcollection.org/main.htm Cheers J
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    LOL!
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    Good looking aircraft man! What's the price point?
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    I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to build my own. Time is my enemy. I could start it, but it would be 2030 before I would finish! LOL!
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    AHAHAH! Oh yeah - I feel your pain! I added an RPM to my dash, right in front of me, as the stock gauge is right over on the right hand side, and with an inflight adjustable prop, it was pain, as RPM is one I must have my eyes across. Long story short, a lot of money to the manufacturer for the part, then more for the letter of authority... blah blah... and so it was, that my bank account took the hit! LOL! Imagine what I would face to want to install non standard aileron trim! AHAHAHAH! I shudder at the thought!
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    Yep! My Sporty is like that! It bleeds back into the left tank only. So my manual states (if full) to use the left tank first. Of course, all of that goes out the window in emergency situations of bad fuel etc etc. But under Ops Normal, fuel management is part of the check lists and pilot safety procedures. Even running off each tank on the ground to ensure fuel flow is appropriate from both tanks. If I follow my check lists (Which I do) then I should never take off on an empty tank. The check list will prevent that! But of course, if the pilot does not follow it.... well... Yup!!!
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    I have electric ELE trim, but manual AIL. I can't change it. Well I can, but because I am LSA, I need to get the pope to do it for me. ?
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    You beat me to it!! How can you take off on an empty tank, if you have appropriate check lists!! If there is no check list in that bird that confirms to check which tank has more, and which tank is selected, then the school should be investigated.
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    having a trim tab is an essential part of any airframe. Chances are, your airframe will not fly straight and level without some sort of adjustment. In fact, when I am straight and level, my ailerons are not level. If not for the trim tabs, I would be constantly correcting. It's perfectly normal. Adjust your tabs to get it neutral and enjoy! I know when I take a good buddy of mine flying (he is 45kg heavier than me) I need to adjust my aileron tab, or I will have to lean on the stick, the whole way there.
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    Hence why I said I am really keen to know why and how he ended up where he did. Maybe we can all learn from it. That's the sad thing... A lot of the time the pilot does not survive, so we never know. But when they do, we rarely here exactly what went down and why. I think it's a goldmine of education right there!
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    Hmmm.... That's not what I see in the flight path!! If you look at the image below, he is at 1500ft and has a runway right in front of him!! Ok - He is high, but still!! /monthly_2019_12/99ED9AC6-FEE9-4EF3-A87B-213516898C1B.png.4227a7d4aeb41e9588ad9ddede282b90.png
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    I am still at a loss as to why he ended up where he did. Is there any update on this one?
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    BTW - Tim is alive and kicking. He is out of ICU and on the repair. One leg had to be amputated below the knee, but Tim is taking it all in his stride. He is alive - that's the best bit!
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    Is there any update on Tim's condition at all??
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    LOL! Yeah... and that overlay just happened to be right where this China owned AD is. Yup! I'd believe it!
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    Let's get back on topic - This is not about Clive. I am curious as to WHY an airport owner would want it removed from Google Earth. What's to hide?
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    So.. This was just sent to me.... As of 2016, the project is owned by Chinese state-owned Hong Kong-based CITIC Limited and according to the company represents "one of China's largest investments into the Australian resources sector".[13] On 15 July 2017 the private Cape Preston - Sino Iron Aerodrome [YCPR] was opened. About a dozen flights land each week. Nominally aimed at fly-in fly-out travel for company staff, it has drawn criticism from the United Australia Party for its possible strategic uses. So what don't the Chinese want us to see they are building in the Pilberra? Hmm... very interesting!
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    Oh no... Its there and complete alright! OzRunways also still has the Sat view of the beautiful tarmac!!! I am just wondering what is so special about that strip that google earth needs to cover it up! LOL!
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    Hey all, So, I am not a conspiracy junky by any stretch, but can someone explain why the Cape Preston airport has been rubbed out of google maps? (YCPR) I went to show a mate today, and it's gone! And you can clearly see where Google has patched the map. FYI - This is the AD that Clive Palmer was banging on about. Hmm... Very strange indeed!!!
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    G'day Mate, I own and operate FPV Australia - just outside of the ACT. We often run courses in Canberra, and would be happy to have a chat to you about what you are looking for, and if licensing for you is even necessary. I am proud of our reputation within the industry that I have been a part of for 13 years. ( We started Mongrel Gear back in 2006). Anyways... Happy to help or supply you with any info you need etc etc. Cheers John
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    OK Lads, I have had it confirmed with RAA.... If all maintenance is carried out, as per the ROTAX requirements (rubber replacements etc etc) and is all documented, then the use for private use only is supported by RAA running "on condition" past the 15 years. Of course, no hire, or flight school etc, which makes some sense. But to rip out an engine from an aircraft with only 400 hours on it, when it has not given one lick of trouble, is mad, and gladly agreed to by RAA. ? Happy days. J
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