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There needs to be some space between the knob and panel to ensure that the governor stop is limiting the movement and not the knob end.

Subscription for what?….

Well in the last thing worked on theory along with start with the simple stuff theory. I would make sure the Prop governor control cable can operate freely and goes from stop to stop. Also check the stop adjusting screw at the governor. In the video the prop control stays 3/16" out from the from full in. That does not seem right.

I saw a video from Tampa's money event where Lasar mentioned subscriptions but didn't offer any details. What do we know about their subscription model?

Which airport are people flying into? The agenda shows a trip out to KPLK on Saturday.

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One thing to remember if you hold a Class medical. If you submit an application for your next one, and there is some issue and are you are denied, you cannot fly until you get an SI. Not even as Sport Pilot.

I’m glad Dr. Bruce is still in the game. He’s shepherded many pilots through the bureaucratic jungle and is a Mooney guy as well.

For difficult medical situation, I would contact either Dr Brent Blue or Dr Bruce Chien.

Actually, the rationale is irrelevant at this point. It’s embodied in the regulations.

I am aware of the restrictions on basic medical. I own a turbo charged plane myself. As a 55yr old male there is zero chance I would ever do class 3 again. If the doc raises the issue the OP states, I go to another doctor and get a medical. If you do what the OP does now you at best get an SI. I see no point in a GA pilot getting a 3rd class or better anymore aside from the first one which you need. High risk of never flying again to go to Canada with 6 people at FL190.

The Parts page is gone. There is no drop-down, no place holder, nothing. It used to be a good resource even if parts were not in stock. If pricing is in flux, I could understand if the prices were blank but everything is gone. I am surprised that the letter to owners did not address how this fits in with "modernizing the online experience for owners". If you click on a former LASAR "Parts" link on Google, this is what you get:

The roll cage did its job.

Any news on the certification for the m20F?

Screenshot from aircraft.com… oil cooler is on the front cowl, not relocated behind #4 cylinder. There weren’t any pics in the ad with the cowling removed.

I live 15 miles from Canada and it is just darned convenient to cut across to places in the USA west and also to go to Canada - so that is the only thing preventing me from going basic med. When will that come?

I have a complete avionics stack with the following: Fast Stack Hub and Cables Audio panel PS7000/8000/ PMA450 etc. GNS530 WAAS and indicators (how about a pair of G5's?) SL30 or KX 165 and indicators GTX345 or ?? This is ideal for an owner assist install, I've done a few and got a local guy to review the work and sign off. This is a good way of updating an older airplane without spending $50-100k. The Hub allows a path for future upgrades. I can assist with CNC panels, and owner orientated advice. Aerodon

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That rationale is why a CFI does not require a second class medical or, for that matter, any medical if not acting as PIC or crew.

There are quite a few people who let their medicals expire after the much-publicized effort to connect VA and SSA disability with pilot medical certification. Not because of any direct impact, but fear of the unknown. BasicMed was a path back to the cockpit for those pilots, many of whom are safe and competent - but afraid of G-men.

I’ve had a Class 3 for my entire adult life and I’ve never really considered doing anything other than renewing my FAA medical, but this thread has been super interesting and definitely created some food for thought. Ever since BasicMed was introduced, I’ve been very aligned philosophically with the concept of trusting your doctor for medical fitness evaluation instead of trusting a stranger with an AME certification. But I always kind of figure it’s nice to be able to cross borders or fly in Class A without needing to get a physical. But I fly a NA airplane and don’t cross borders with any regularity, so it may be that the benefits of BasicMed far outweigh the consequences.

I have SS machine screws into plain steel nut plates in six places on my cowl. I NEVER use a power screwdriver either to remove or replace them; I go slow and have not had any problems (knock on wood). My guess is that sometimes these get cross threaded just a little and then the nut plate is prone to gall due to the increased friction from the damaged threads. That's why I'm very careful when installing; any sign of resistance I back the screw out and check threads, put on a spot of oil and try again.

They have also recently expanded BasicMed authorization to DPEs performing an examiner function. Previously a DPE could instruct under BasicMed but could not conduct a practical test.

I've been looking for a shop that will install in my F. Can you share the shop so I can reach out?

The FAA rationale is that you are being paid to INSTRUCT, not to fly for hire.