SoCal Mooniacs - Quick trip to Puero Penasco (MMPE)

[Schinderhannes]

On our trip back from southern Mexico we got stranded with a bad mag in Puerto Penasco (MMPE) last Sunday.  Luckily the extremely helpful staff at the airport arranged a ride back to Yuma on short notice where we rented a car to drive back to Palm Springs.  We got an overhauled mag and harness (just to be safe) yesterday and need to go back to fix and pick up the airplane.  The driving takes 6-7 hours, flying would be around 1/4 this time (212NM). I was wondering if anybody would like to do a quick trip to MMPE on a short notice. We would pay for fuel and fees. If you haven't been south of the border this would be a great opportunity to get an introduction to flying to Mexico.  On top of it you could earn credits for the Wings program.  PM me if you are interested.

Frank

        

[gsxrpilot]

I'm in Austin, so a bit far to provide any assistance here.

But we've booked accommodations in Puerto Penasco for Feb 12-14. It will be our first time flying out of the US in the Mooney. I might PM you for the 411 on MMPE.

Thanks,

[N201MKTurbo]

Weren't we talking about these "grey charters" the other day?

Just making trouble....

[kortopates]

9 hours ago, N201MKTurbo said:

Weren't we talking about these "grey charters" the other day?

Just making trouble....

I was thinking the same thing .... But Puerto Penasco = Southern Mexico?? LOL

Sorry, I had to make more trouble.  But I love your avatar, anybody that flies with their dog has to be a great person.

[kortopates]

11 hours ago, gsxrpilot said:

I'm in Austin, so a bit far to provide any assistance here.

But we've booked accommodations in Puerto Penasco for Feb 12-14. It will be our first time flying out of the US in the Mooney. I might PM you for the 411 on MMPE.

Thanks,

I recommend you join https://www.bushpilotsinternational.com/ Great resource to learn all the requirements before you go.

Puerto Penasco is probably a good way to get your feet wet in Mexico. But coming so far from Austin, right at the peak of Whale season, you should consider checking out petting the California Grey Whales in Baja. Its a great use of your Mooney to base out of Mulege or Loreto and fly over to Laguna San Ignacio to go out and pet the whales that time of year. If you don't have time in Feb, put it on your list for a future trip.

[Nemesis]

Frank,

I would love to help you out and I am just around the corner from both Palm Springs and Puerto Penasco. The trouble is that I just pulled the AI and HSI out for overhaul. Give me 10 - 14 days or so to get them back and it could happen.

Dave

[Schinderhannes]

Dave,

Thank you so much for your offer to help. The good news is the airplane is back in KPSP. Your kindness is greatly appreciated and you can contact me anytime if your are ever in need of help.

Frank