MAPA Maintenance Clinic Question

[Jeff_S]

Since I'm new to the Mooney clan, and I have learned that Jerry is retiring after this year, I thought it would be good to take his one-day maintenance course to learn more about my J. The last course near me is in NC at the end of next week. My question is this:

I'm not a wratchet-head and frankly don't expect to do a lot of my own work on the airplane, but thought it would be good to take this class just to better learn the systems so I can guide my A/P and diagnose when things might need some attention. Is this a valid thought? If anyone has taken this course, is that what I'll get out of it, or will it be much more of a technical, here's how to change a tire/oil/blah blah blah?

It's a decent investment in time/$$ to attend so any reviews would be helpful. Thanks!

Jeff

[Hank]

I second the motion to attend Jerry's class. Be well rested, though--my head was ready to explode by the end of the day, and I am very glad to have the notebook to refer back to. Lots and lots and LOTS of good, useful information, some great nuggets and general "things to watch for."

GO TO CLASS. GO DIRECTLY TO CLASS. DO NOT PASS "GO." DO NOT COLLECT $200. PAY JERRY $200 INSTEAD.

[fantom]

The manual that Jerry makes up for each participant, specifically for your plane, is worth the price of admission by itself.

It would be a terrible "investment" if you don't attend!

[jasonwojo]

Another class is in works for October in Wichita, KS.  We are very close to having an exact date and location.  This will be Jerry's last class.  PM me if you want more information.  More to come!

[mooney27239]

Someone please provide me with the info on the class next week in NC. This is the first I've heard about it and am interested in attending.

[mooneygirl]

The best thing to do for the seminars is to call MAPA and register, or go online:

http://mooneypilots.com/

 

Another great reason to become a MAPA member.

 

 

[jasonwojo]

Quote: JimR

It's in Kinston, NC on 07/10/10 for M20B-J and 07/11/10 for M20K-M20TN.  Contact MAPA at (210) 525-8008 for further information and to register.  Cost is $199.00, which used to include lunch and probably still does.  MAPA membership is required.

Jim 

[danb35]

I'm registered for the 7/10 class at ISO--should I have gotten a confirmation in the mail?

[mooney27239]

Thanks for the info guys. I have also registered for the class on the 10th. I sure hope they get enough people signed up to hold it.

danb; The gentleman I spoke with told me they would notify me when they either had enough to confirm the class or vice versa. I didn't get the impression that I would get a confirmation until then.

[Jeff_S]

Many thanks all...just the input I needed.  I'm planning to attend and have already given my registration. The only holdup would be if I don't get my plane out of annual in time.  The MAPA gal I talked to said "you know, you don't need your airplane to attend" to which I said "well, true, but I do need my airplanen to GET there! I'm certainly not driving to Kinston NC from Atlanta!" That was good for a laugh.

Oh, and by the way, thanks also for not making fun of the fact that I can't spell "ratchet."  Truly, I am not Tim the Tool Man Taylor!

[fantom]

Jeff...as a new Mooney owner, if I lived in Atlanta I would sure consider driving to that class. Who is doing your annual?

It would be a shame to miss out. BTW, if you're not signed up about 10 days ahead of time, that manual for your plane isn't available during the class IIRC.

[Jeff_S]

Gary, I appreciate the sentiment but I simply won't have time with my work schedule if I have to drive it. But I suppose if I do miss the NC event I can try to get to the Wichita one. The actual flight time isn't that different, and Wichita is my home town so it would be cool to fly in and visit some old haunts.

I've already got the deal with the MAPA gal (sorry I can't remember her name). I just need to let her know by this Friday if I'll be able to make it so she's waiting for my confirmation.

[danb35]

Just got an email this morning confirming my registration for next weekend.  Good to know they're not going to cancel.

[Jeff_S]

Dan and Mooney27239,

I just sent you both PMs. Not sure where you are at this point. I came up from Atlanta earlier today to tryto beat the heat and avoid t-storms, although it looks at this point like they're not developing. Anyway, I've got a car and am staying at the Holiday Inn Express, so the PM has my cellphone number and feel free to call if you need to share a ride or something.

FYI, the A/C in the FBO is on the fritz so they're making due with portables but it's hot! I'm told the class is in a different building which should not have this problem.

[danb35]

Don't see the PM here, but I've had a change of plans and won't be able to make tomorrow's class--planning on next Sat. instead.  Hope it's a good one, though!