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I had both eyes taken care of several years ago with no issues whatsoever. Couldn’t be happier. I do still need readers.

@DonMuncy

I have both XM and ADSB available but I display XM weather 100% of the time. It’s just a better product. The fact that I can get a good idea of what’s going on down range is incredibly valuable. As @LANCECASPER points out, in aviation terms the cost of XM weather is insignificant. I don’t have the subscription for music, weather only. I think it’s well worth the subscription price.

I sat up the approach like I was using my GTN650 only the G3x was set for internal GPS rather than external.

I actually used the internal GPS on the G3x to shoot an approach with the GFC500. I did this test in VFR conditions just to see how it would perform. It performed just as good as the GTN650 down to the MAP.

I would definitely check out the stem cells and PRP. It wont cost much to find out. I would avoid the cutting if at all possible.

You will need to have an X-ray at the minimum before my Dr will schedule the procedure. When you do the consult you get the orders for the X-ray. Insurance should pay for the X-ray.

That is no joke. I was miserable.

If you run your 231 at 90% power for long periods of time you will be working on your cylinders shortly.

I live in the Kansas City area. The doctor who did my procedures trained under the doctor who does the procedure for the St Louis Cardinals baseball team/players. Apparently these procedures are widely used in professional sports. Insurance doesn’t cover it but if you have an airplane this will look like a bargain. If I remember correctly, the stem cell procedure was ~$3,800 and the PRP was about half that. I couldn’t be happier with the results. Before I had the procedure on the right shoulder it was pain 24 - 7. I couldn’t sleep at night.

I have had procedures performed on both of my shoulders. The left shoulder wasn’t as bad as the right shoulder. I had PRP (platelet rich plasma) performed on the left shoulder and the results have been remarkable. I would say it’s about 99% as good as new based on the way it feels. My right shoulder was much worse, so the Dr performed a stem cell procedure on it. I would say it’s about 97% as good as new based on the way it works and feels. Both procedures are “out patient” and no knives are used. Recovery is a few days and the healing process continues for up to 9 months. Would do either procedure again without reservations. I am thinking about having stem cells done on my knee. If you have a bad shoulder at least check out either of these options before you let them cut on you…..my .02 worth.

Personally, I always fly IFR for the reasons mentioned by @Paul Thomas. Leaving may be easier VFR but I would definitely file IFR inbound.

Based on my experience upgrading panels.............do it ONE TIME ONLY. Get it all done at one time. You do not save any money and your plane will be down longer if you do your upgrade in stages.

I am not going to engage in the discussion other than to say, I will continue to use 100LL exclusively as long as I can. When/if that is no longer an option, I will decide an alternative course of action.

Took Myrtle up for the 1st time in 2025. Flew 3 approaches and 3 night landings. Was blessed with an absolutely gorgeous sunset. Now we are going to get hammered with weather. Myrtle is tucked safely away.