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I reregistered a new tail number, put the reg on the side and then tried to update the uAvionix tailbeacon via the APP and Bluetooth (BT). There was a solid blue light in the tailbeacon which I thought was Wifi on - nope, that means Wifi FAILED. So now I had a new number on the sides of the plane and in the paperwork but the ADS-B called me something else...oops. The factory was actually quite helpful in explaining mine was a 2020 unit, no they couldn't support it but would give me 25% off a new one. Instead I bought a used unit. But you need the serial number and Wifi name (which always starts with "Beacon-XXXX") to get the password from the factory. If it doesn't have the tag - well, once again, tech support helped me get the pw. Then I could log in and change everything, but the GPS was DEAD. Luckily, I was able to get a refund and onto the 3rd unit. I couldn't see the wifi in my phone in either BT or Wifi - BUT, when I fired up the app, it found the HIDDEN network name. That combined with the S/N got me the PW from their website auto-recovery and now the ADS-B matches what's on the side of the plane. Bottom line: Their tech support is great (5 Stars), the network may be hidden, but the app will find it, and I would ONLY purchase these used from a shop that will give you your money back on a used unit if it doesn't work!

Prices marked plus shipping (buyers choice) Transponder KT-76A: $100, works, non-ADS-B VOR/GS Indicator KI-204 $400 works ADF Indicator KI-227 $100 Hoskins DVOR-200: $50 3M Stormscope WX08: $500 Argus 3000 Moving Map: $100 HSI- EDO Air: $500 Northstar M1 Loran: $50 King KNS-80 RNAV (don't know status): $150 King ADF receiver KR-87: $400 Radar Altimeter: KI-250: 500 GS Antenna: KA-22 $100 Voltage Converter: KA-133 $50

Fair enough and I agree with your analysis using the charts. I was referring to pulling the power back to a point where the airspeed is moreso driving the prop than the other way around- which I also understand is WAY back and goes back to his original worry about shock cooling the engine - which I am less concerned with in a normally aspirated model. Really good case in point is Captain OGG flying a Boeing 337 10/16/56. Lost prop control so it went flat pitch (4 engine airplane) effectively creating the drag of a disc the same diameter of the propeller - while enroute HNL-SFO. Navigator calculates they aren't going to make it with the available fuel. It was dark, so they found a Coast Guard cutter, circled until the sun came up and put it in the ocean. A few minor injuries, but everyone was saved. The Maui VOR and Airport carry his name in honor of the event (PHOG/OGG).

Do your best for what you are comfortable with. I agree with the procedure to reduce MP, increase rpm, level off, drop gear and resume. I once had ATC tell me to make a crossing restriction late. I did the math and found the descent rate unacceptable for my pax (had I been empty in the jet, I might have tried). Upon my reply of unable, ATC comes back with "It's only 4,000 feet per min." I let that sink in on the freq for a minute. Response came back from the ATC supervisor, "Do your best for the crossing restriction, contact next controller on X". The controller didn't want to look bad for the next sector in sending in an airplane above his gate and provided a later clearance and his super recognized that was not a NORMAL rate of descent. The word UNABLE is golden.

Thanks guys!

Greetings, Protocol question: for the Signature map: Is this states I have acted as a pilot in my Mooney...or any state in which I have piloted an aircraft? If it's the latter, I have all by KS and MS. If it's the former, that's a much smaller (but growing) list. Thank you fellow MooneySpacer's.

Funny you should mention him...he went with me on the first pre-purchase of a "K" I did not end up buying. Indeed he is a GREAT local resource. /T

First day at work with both my girls

The seller did take it out for ~7 hours and ran it as the Lycoming manual suggests. It appeared to burn little oil and the inside and underside were clean when I picked it up. Combining the 17 hours of flight home and a couple short trips, I have put 2 qts in and it seems very happy just above the 6 line.

Had to go around a line in East Texas. Weather was actually challenging from Arkansas to Texas, and there was some dipping and dodging. 9 hours day 1 and 8 day 2. You're correct, minimal headwinds.

That is a sweet deal. I really hope you find someone!

OMG How far off kilter have we run on this topic? From the AIRLINE point of view: Foreflight was cute, but it's a bunch of overly-enthusiastic GA pilot types trying to invent the next best thing and pushing updates every week. Enough already. Everytime there is an update, it involves manual changes and training which is a PITA (+FAA certification). When we had JeppFD, we could just display charts, and not to sound old-school, but it WORKED. After Boeing took over, they LIED to us and said JeppFD was dead (which it was for all by 121 operators which forced us into ForeFlight). More $$$. So as an OG Foretran guy, who also understands ATOS/SMS, I am REALLY surprised the FAA allowed them to sell it to someone who has NO idea what the highest level is safest is all about and will surely divide and sell off the pieces. My prayer is for someone to save the original Jepp to be the forefront of charting - just charting. Just get us to the ground safely both in the iPad and our electronic (Garmin/Avidyne/Honeywell/Smith) subscriptions please. There are a LOT of really good people working at Jepp checking NOTAMS worldwide for obstacles and other changes to keep us safe. Let's not through the baby out with the bathwater.

This is one where you have to ask the wives - as they are the keepers of the bedding (generally)

Professional Pilot here (B737/G650/G4). Simple Answer: get a CFI who is current. Take it out for a spin. Best outcome: You prove you haven't forgotten much. Worst Outcome: He/She talks you (and your insurance company) through a landing that you are VERY glad they were there for. There is NO downside to this if you are not a regularly trained pilot. Seriously. Wish you and YOUR AIRPLANE the best.

Frank was very patient with me as a first time buyer. I just self-delivered this plane from Florida to California in 2 days and it ran like a top. While the radios need some TLC (which was no surprise - all original), the mechanics are as advertised, the paint is excellent and Frank was above board the entire way. It was a good sale.