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  1. Sorry for the retread from last year, but I didn't have time to photoshop another Mooney in flight over a winter scene. The feelings are unchanged.
    11 points
  2. Apparently, Santa was not on a flight plan or using flight-following when he entered this "Hot" MOA. Glad to see the military aviator got them down safely with only minor damage -Tom
    4 points
  3. Don Thanks and Merry Christmas and happy new year to you all MS folks
    4 points
  4. Feliz Navidad Y Prospero Ano Nuevo
    4 points
  5. I looked through the NTSB report about a week ago and it looked more like a too tight base to final, the plane then rolling inverted and nose down. Maybe he was trying to slip in the turn, which would not be good. But the main point to take from that accident is that no matter how many hours you have nor how much skill, the rules of aerodynamics apply equally and mercilessly. Greater skill does not let you opt out of them.
    4 points
  6. I don't get that ad. If you make it your profile pic though I'll read anything you post.
    3 points
  7. Santa came early this year!! Closed on it Friday and the previous owner flew it out here to me in CA today. Some of you probably recognize it from a for sale thread here on MS. They are finishing up clearing out the hangar and then will be putting a fresh coat of epoxy on the floor. Hope to have her moved into her new home by Tue-Wed. It was a fun adventure searching for a plane and the whole process of purchasing this plane was a pleasure. The seller is a fantastic guy. I'll get a fun write up of the whole journey on my blog later this week but I had to come here and share the good news. Oh, any of you out at KAJO (I saw a few others on the ramp) I'd love to say hi and meet sometime.
    2 points
  8. LMAO! ..... I WOULD but I'm not sure my wife would see the humor in that. I feel sorry for Sophia Loren having to sit next to her!
    2 points
  9. When I saw the Garmin G5- I had a similar hope (drive the ki-256). The cost of the converter from Aspen is just a little over the top IMO.... as is their SV upgrade cost (really... $3k for SVT? $3K for the EA100? These things must be made with solid platinum components.... even then they are marked up.). Oh well... I guess I can keep dreaming.
    2 points
  10. Based on my experience, if a proper crosswind landing is made, the airplane should be pointing straight down the run way by the time the nose touches down. As far as the mains go, the down lock mechanism is what is taking the side load, not the retract mechanism- at least that is what i gather from working on my own aircraft.
    2 points
  11. The announcement of the KI300 has been the cause of many to drink the vaporware Kool aid here, and even one particular evangelist to quote the high reliability of this non existent product. Once I heard RC Allen had a "hand" in its' development and production, my hopes of it being viable were greatly diminished. see https://mooneyspace.com/search/?&q="ki 300" While in theory, the KI300 would be nice, what would be even nicer is an option for the ESI 500 to drive the antiquated analog KI autopilots. Those "fine swiss watch" KI 25X AI's are making Bob Bramble have a very nice Christmas once again, and will continue to do so (currently at about $2500/ rebuild and align every 500 or so hours). Nothing against Bob, he does a great job on filling this demand.
    2 points
  12. Transponder is back in and working. We found that the backlight was the one run to the new circuit breaker. The actual power to the transponder was just a dead end, possibly taken off the bank of fuses we removed. New PAI-700 vertical card compass is installed. We will swing that later. Waiting on the holidays to go by so my IA can come and put this governor back in. Hector, Hijackers is on our shortlist. We might be working on it the 25th, so maybe soon afterwards. Upcoming destinations: Jan 14- KLEE for the Florida Mooney Breakfast. Jan ~21: Poss Charleston, SC to visit the USS Yorktown Feb: The missus and I want to fly to Kitty Hawk, NC to see the Wright Bros memorial. I've been there as an 8 year old, I'd love to go back and get a picture in the same spot. March: Tullahoma, TN for the Beech museum April: SnF & Wings Over Suwannee July: OSHKOSH!
    2 points
  13. The Power Tow transmission is available on their site for a whopping $500. The problem you are having is probably the same problem I had with my Lug Bug. The Lug Bug line was bought out by Power Tow. If you are having shifting problems, it is most likely the detente in the shift lever. In my case, the shift lever actually cracked at one of the detents. A buddy of mine managed to put it together with a homemade fix. The transmission is from a Gilson snowblower. Here is the part for the shifter. The site has other replacement parts as well. http://www.gilsonsnowblowers.com/snowparts2.html#footefork Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
    2 points
  14. Not exactly... if you're IFR, and a traffic conflict exists that you recognize in VMC, with other IFR traffic, the ownus is still on you, the pilot with situational awareness, to remedy the situation. ATC has an increased role in providing safe separation, but you are still responsible for the safe operation of your craft, if you recognize a potential conflict.
    2 points
  15. Almost but not quite. I've had ATC give me traffic call outs (11:00, 4 miles) while I was IMC. Does me no good, and I always respond that I'm IMC. Let's them know the onus for separation is on them, otherwise it's on me. When I'm IFR in VMC, sure they give separation from other IFR traffic, but it's still up to me to ensure I don't hit them, and it's pretty much up to me to avoid VFR traffic, too. I've had traffic calls in IMC for nearby traffic squawking 1200, several thousand feet above the bases, too, so there are no guarantees.
    2 points
  16. Way to go Don! Let's get the festivities started! Merry Xmas, Happy Hanukkah, and pleasant holidays to all who are celebrating this time of year... Best regards, -a-
    2 points
  17. Hands down, for this pilot and airplane, the NGT9000 was perfect, couldn't be happier with it. While only traffic is displayed on my GNS430W, the color display on the 9000 is easy to read and navigate. Hope I'm not talking me out of a sale Its my understanding that to meet the 2020 requirement, GARMIN upgrades to GTX330ES is $1500 so for $2700 you've got a compliant GARMIN system.
    2 points
  18. Not to lessen the seriousness of the situation BUT- manual gear, manual flaps, manual trim? All you electrified guys always have problems. Progress marches on?
    2 points
  19. I have answered that. Twice. It's first come, first serve. The only rule is 5 miles and a thousand feet. It's my discretion beyond that. Yes. And it doesn't matter. You could have one and it wouldn't matter. The faa order says safe, orderly expeditious, pick two I guess. UT that's one guy's opinion and I'm in a shit mood tonight, it'll be different tomorrow.
    2 points
  20. So did Sophia! This photo from that evening is even more famous.
    1 point
  21. I had the same problem with the King trim switch. I had two cases of runaway trim before it was isolated to the switch. It stuck when trimming for nose down. Even though it was fixed a couple of years ago, I developed a new habit of placing my hand over the trim wheel to monitor it.
    1 point
  22. Never had that problem, but then those of us whom crab and kick have to be quick on their feet ;-)
    1 point
  23. I have to echo this. From the first time I was on this site I felt like I had found a home and after getting my PPL a couple months ago and my Mooney a couple weeks ago I'm here to stay. Merry Christmas!!
    1 point
  24. I think I can beat it into submission. I have a welder and a cutting torch if things get serious. No IA required!!
    1 point
  25. Just to provide closure on this thread. After picking the brains of a number of people on what "NexGen" will mean, I decided to go the route of the N9000+. From everything I learned, there will still be a number of owners who will not need or want to upgrade to ADS-B. Even on the east coast. The mode C veils and the Washington 60 DME ring can be avoided. I suspect the corridor between Philly and Washington will contain non-ADS-B planes. As long as I can pick up the ADS-B antenna I will be fine. Another factor that is weighed into my decision is that we still have 3 more years before the mandate comes into effect. If you folks want help selling the active traffic solution to your significant other, just give them an iPad running your favorite ADS-B in solution and see how many planes are missed today. My wife immediately signed up when I told her what active traffic can do now.
    1 point
  26. Mark is a great guy and if I hadn't already bought a 330ES from the grim reaper (Alan Fox) I would consider this. The ES upgrade from Garmin is about $1,100 plus the labor of adding a few wires.
    1 point
  27. I don't think I have the useful load to handle the kind of survival gear that you guys are recommending.
    1 point
  28. I blame it all on the fact he was not ADS-B equipped. Shame on Santa, disappointing all those kids.
    1 point
  29. No. In VMC, it is up to the PIC to provide separation with all aircraft and obstructions, whether or not operating on a VFR or IFR flight plan, or receiving Flight Following services. Show the distinction in 91.113 . . . Besides, I watch where I'm going because I know too many other pilots are not watching where they are going . . .
    1 point
  30. How many of you guys run your IO360 wide open throttle only adjusting prop and mixture?
    1 point
  31. I know this is blasphemy but I actually prefer to park at zephyr hills and drive. I flew in once but did not like being grounded. I went last year on a Friday/Saturday and had a great time.
    1 point
  32. Wot for me too but remember if your more than 50lop, it is more efficient to reduce the throttle than it is to lean. If we could advance the timing then we could run 50lop efficiently. Actually I've found best efficiency is about 20lop. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
    1 point
  33. There is a lot of misuse of the specific term "VFR on Top" which is a specific type of IFR clearance which may be one of the most pointless things. Most people (incorrectly) mean VFR above clouds. I have yet to hear of anyone using it the way it is intended. Now with that said, there is a substantial difference between a non-instrument rated pilot forcing his way above a cloud deck through a hole, flying xcountry, and praying on there being an opening on the other end and an instrument rated pilot who opts not to go IFR. I've done the second. I usually have an IFR flight plan on file just in case. But weather at departure/destination might be full on VMC and enroute I may be over a solid layer. No issue for me as I am IFR capable so don't be surprised to meet me VFR above clouds. However, being an instrument capable pilot, I am well aware of the expectation that everyone above a solid cloud deck is following certain procedures so I am definitely operating a transponder and almost certainly talking to ATC.
    1 point
  34. WOT here unless just on a sightseeing trip, then pulled way back to 6 gals/hr.
    1 point
  35. I'm sure most have read this but good info for Rookie. http://www.mooneypilots.com/mapalog/cruisepower.html
    1 point
  36. Seems like most of this conversation is revolving around final with flaps. What about decents without flaps in a short body? That's when I've found myself wanting to slip to lose altitude without gaining too much speed - before gear is down > 120. I haven't started IFR yet, so once I'm at pattern altitude, if I'm needing a slip on final, I'm doing something very wrong and a go round is probably warranted.
    1 point
  37. I just sold my "Brand C" (don't ask - it was my wife's idea to get it) and I will be picking up my K model in January. Can't wait to start flying an airplane that is really fun to fly!
    1 point
  38. OP, this is beyond ridiculously cool. I see it took you almost 18 years. I'm not that much older. Seeing as the glass panel is still in it's infancy back then, did you ever envision having that when you first started your project? 122.800 is the UNICOM for maybe 90% of the untowered airports here in the states.
    1 point
  39. There's no replacement for displacement.
    1 point
  40. If you've got the bell bottom jeans, platform shoes and leisure suit to go with it, that first one is groovy. I think either one would be good if you're not planning to do any upgrading. You like the vintage look and want to keep them all original. Assuming they'll pass a pre-buy and have logs that show regular use, do it.
    1 point
  41. I'm having a hard time including fuel in anything that gets 'collected' as part of the partnership. I kind of envisioned you pay for your own fuel. Fill it up when done. I don't want to be handling anyone else's fuel expense.
    1 point
  42. Cool, glad you are putting her back together with working governor and transponder. Let me know if you want some company at Hijackers, would love to see your bird. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
    1 point
  43. I know the Aspen shows a red X for attitude if the pitot is blocked. I've personally seen it. I don't think the G5 does that. From Garmin's manual: The G5 calculates aircraft attitude using information from its built-in inertial sensors. Any failure of the inertial sensors results in loss of attitude and information (indicated by red 'X' flags over the PFD attitude display). If the G5 senses that the attitude solution is valid, but not yet within the internal accuracy limits, "ALIGNING" is displayed. The G5 can align itself both while taxiing and during level flight. The G5 will also use GPS and airspeed data to provide the most accurate attitude information. If none of these additional sources of information are available, attitude calculations will still be valid but accuracy may be slightly affected.
    1 point
  44. Well, It happened today. 7,955 build hours, 17 years and 9 months of hard work, it officially became an airplane today!! This is the second flight, my first in the left seat. What an absolute amazing machine!! Tom
    1 point
  45. I really like the noisy spinny thing up front.
    1 point
  46. I'm getting one of those yellow things. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
    1 point
  47. From what you guys are saying, mine should have been totaled in 2005 then. Could be a great project for someone. If you replace everything with new and do a complete overhaul on the engine you're not going to come out ahead. The engine does not need an overhaul and if the crank is fine it will only cost a few thousand to get serviceable. Ever hear of using a used serviceable prop? It can be had for much less than a new one. It all comes out to a matter of perspective. It's what you make of it and I don't replace everything with new. Just my .02 and it can always end up as beer cans!
    1 point
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