HwkIFan Posted August 26, 2019 Report Share Posted August 26, 2019 Folks, Just transferred to the SA TX area...my bird is out at Castroville. Looking to find a CFII in the area as I moved from LV NV (you know, clear and $1,000,000 territory). Time to look at becoming more proficient (not simply current) with my IFR. Cheers, Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carusoam Posted August 26, 2019 Report Share Posted August 26, 2019 Matt, You are going to be in Mooney CFII central there! What do you think is right for meeting your goals? Hours per week? Best regards, -a- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HwkIFan Posted August 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2019 I've maintained currency in the LV area but I'm not kidding myself...going to minimums would not be a planned event at this point. simply don't have the experience...read as zero actual time. For the short term, I'm looking to be able to punch through a layer in order to head to other locales...I'll stick with my short term goal for now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carusoam Posted August 26, 2019 Report Share Posted August 26, 2019 I spent four days training with Bob Cabe when I got my O, about eight years ago... we covered everything from typical Transition to long IFR X-countries in IMC... including heavy rain one day, and some icing the next... There will be other recommendations along here in a few minutes, that will be equally good... but I haven’t trained with those guys myself... Let me know if you need contact info... Best regards, -a- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
67 m20F chump Posted August 26, 2019 Report Share Posted August 26, 2019 9 hours ago, HwkIFan said: I've maintained currency in the LV area but I'm not kidding myself...going to minimums would not be a planned event at this point. simply don't have the experience...read as zero actual time. For the short term, I'm looking to be able to punch through a layer in order to head to other locales...I'll stick with my short term goal for now. Your short term goal is my long term goal. I have lots of time in larger aircraft and know I can do it but I don want to be in the position to NEED to do it single engine. I like to have an out. Flying my Mooney is for fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LANCECASPER Posted August 26, 2019 Report Share Posted August 26, 2019 10 hours ago, HwkIFan said: Folks, Just transferred to the SA TX area...my bird is out at Castroville. Looking to find a CFII in the area as I moved from LV NV (you know, clear and $1,000,000 territory). Time to look at becoming more proficient (not simply current) with my IFR. Cheers, Matt I used to be based at Castroville. I'm about an hour North now. The Mooney instructor in San Antonio that you want is Bob Cabe (210)289-5375 bob_cabe@hotmail.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daytonabch04 Posted August 26, 2019 Report Share Posted August 26, 2019 Bob Cabe is the guy in SA to go with. I did my transition training with him in 2 days in my Bravo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HwkIFan Posted August 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 Thanks folks...was away from my computer for a bit...just got caught up. Appreciate the feedback. Will look to get in touch with Bob. Cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HwkIFan Posted September 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2019 A new question for the SA TX area Mooney folks...Any recommendations on an A&P? My bird experienced a little electrical issue...believe it to be a chaffed wire that then provided the wonderful smell of burnt insulation and even more exciting view of smoke. Appears to be limited to the #2 Comm/Nav (CB pulled). Fortunately, this occurred prior to taxi. Unfortunately, a nice day of flying went out the door...I'm not complaining though. 135JC lives at Castroville. I'd love to do as much of the work as able...under supervision. Greatly appreciate any feedback. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M20FTraveler Posted September 16, 2019 Report Share Posted September 16, 2019 I had the #2 comm (KX 155) do the same thing, but at about 6500'. I can't remember exactly what gave way, but I sent it to Bevan Rabell in Wichita and they sent it back completely refurbished for a reasonable cost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxrpilot Posted September 16, 2019 Report Share Posted September 16, 2019 If you want an Avionics shop, Crystal Avionics at New Braunfels is good. If you want a good Mooney shop, then you want SWTA at Smithville. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mooneyflyfast Posted September 17, 2019 Report Share Posted September 17, 2019 i've heard good things about SWTA in Smithville but I have not personally used them. David Behrend owner of Dugosh in Kerrville and Ron Fisher at Kestrel are excellent. I am based at Bulverde Airpark. Lets get together sometime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HwkIFan Posted September 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2019 4 hours ago, mooneyflyfast said: i've heard good things about SWTA in Smithville but I have not personally used them. David Behrend owner of Dugosh in Kerrville and Ron Fisher at Kestrel are excellent. I am based at Bulverde Airpark. Lets get together sometime. Thanks! Once my bird is back in action...definitely will be looking for Mooney gatherings. Cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishpilot Posted September 19, 2019 Report Share Posted September 19, 2019 I'm also in SA. Was at Kelly now moving to Stinson. Hangar space is hard to find around here! I'm also up for a local MS flying. Fly Safe,Safety Forum Mod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxrpilot Posted September 19, 2019 Report Share Posted September 19, 2019 There is a huge Mooney community that flies very regularly, usually a couple of times a week, in the central Texas (Austin, San Marcos, San Antonio) area. Send me a PM if you'd like contact information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlbertF Posted September 20, 2019 Report Share Posted September 20, 2019 I just bought a Mooney M20F with a friend and are keeping it at Bulverde. Brand new to aircraft ownership. Would also be interested in linking up with the local Mooney community to swap stories and tips on flying and caring for it. Just got checked out by Dave McGee and flew my first Mooney solo this Wednesday, even though I’ve been flying for 23 years! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carusoam Posted September 21, 2019 Report Share Posted September 21, 2019 Welcome aboard, Albert. David McGee is an excellent resource! Best regards, -a- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mooneyflyfast Posted September 21, 2019 Report Share Posted September 21, 2019 22 hours ago, AlbertF said: I just bought a Mooney M20F with a friend and are keeping it at Bulverde. Brand new to aircraft ownership. Would also be interested in linking up with the local Mooney community to swap stories and tips on flying and caring for it. Just got checked out by Dave McGee and flew my first Mooney solo this Wednesday, even though I’ve been flying for 23 years! You at Bulverde Airpark or Kestrel? I'm at 1t8 with my J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRam Posted September 23, 2019 Report Share Posted September 23, 2019 I am absolutely thrilled with J.D. at SWTA in Smithville. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a maintenance shop the you can fully trust to have your best interest in mind. I'm parked at New Braunfels with my K waiting to get in to a hanger.Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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