Today's Message Index:
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1. 04:09 AM - Re: (Charles Heathco)
2. 04:18 AM - Re: Scud Running (Charles Heathco)
3. 08:15 AM - QB Questions (Paul Folbrecht)
4. 08:48 AM - Re: (Scott VanArtsdalen)
5. 09:13 AM - Re: Aft Skirts (Dale Ensing)
6. 09:16 AM - Re: QB Questions (Bill Schlatterer)
7. 10:19 AM - Re: Aft Skirts (John Danielson)
8. 11:18 AM - Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) (Ron Lee)
9. 12:10 PM - Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) (linn walters)
10. 12:23 PM - Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) (Jerry Springer)
11. 01:10 PM - Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) (Greg Young)
12. 01:38 PM - Brown Tool - New Catalog - ADVERTISEMENT (BrownTool@AOL.COM)
13. 02:21 PM - Re: Scud Running ()
14. 03:42 PM - Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) (Ron Lee)
15. 03:49 PM - Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) (Ron Lee)
16. 03:53 PM - Re: Re: Scud Running (Ron Lee)
17. 06:41 PM - Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) (linn walters)
18. 07:28 PM - QB Questions (Paul Folbrecht)
19. 07:36 PM - Re: Scud Running (Paul Besing)
20. 07:55 PM - Re: QB Questions (Tim Olson)
21. 08:31 PM - Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) (Andre Berthet)
22. 08:36 PM - Lyc 0360 w Hartzell Constant Speed (Tony Marshall)
23. 10:01 PM - Re: Scud Running (GMC)
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Charles Heathco" <cheathco@comcast.net>
I tried the 2000 out in the sum and it is unreadable on highest setting even. My
296 is readable in direct sunlight, but everything in the cockpit reflects off
the screen which is anoying and makes it harder to see than if sun is directly
on it. And of course, shortly after I bought it the price went down $200.
Charlie heathco
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| Subject: | Re: Scud Running |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Charles Heathco" <cheathco@comcast.net>
Scud running is one thing, trying to fly thru mountainous terrain in the dark another.
Nothing wrong with scud running at 1500agl provided you can see all around
you and keep an escape route availible. As for me, I keep a current chart
open and my finger on my location at all times no matter the altitude. For sure
I wouldnt trust any gps to warn me of a tower, for example, a new very high
tower has been put up SE of LZU that dosnt show up on the 296. Trying to thread
a way thru know towers in low visibility is also not a good thing. charlie
heathco
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--> RV-List message posted by: Paul Folbrecht <paul.folbrecht@veribox.net>
A couple general questions about QB kits.
1) Are there ever problems with getting enough access in the wings for
installing autopilot servos, lights, or anything else? I know they
come sans one skin only.. is that enough?
2) Any thoughts about the wash primer used? I know some ppl paint the
inside of the fuse in addition to that. Why? The wash primer is
deemed not sufficient for corrosion protection?
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--> RV-List message posted by: Scott VanArtsdalen <svanarts@yahoo.com>
There is a product out there called Vikuiti which is made by 3m. If you
ask they will send you a sample anti-glare screen filter. These REALLY
work well.
Charles Heathco wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Charles Heathco" <cheathco@comcast.net>
>
>I tried the 2000 out in the sum and it is unreadable on highest setting even.
My 296 is readable in direct sunlight, but everything in the cockpit reflects
off the screen which is anoying and makes it harder to see than if sun is directly
on it. And of course, shortly after I bought it the price went down $200.
Charlie heathco
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Dale Ensing" <densing@carolina.rr.com>
Pete Howell
Fitting the aft skirts on a slider....What worked for me on a 6
slider........
1. Second person, leather gloves on, grips the lower edge of skirt with
slider in forward closed position.
2. Pull hard forward and down and twist while you drill and cleco. Takes a
lot of pull and twist to get a good fit so don't be timid.
Dale Ensing
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Bill Schlatterer" <billschlatterer@sbcglobal.net>
Paul a lot of this is in the Archives but I just happened to ask the same
questions of Vans and here are their answers. Just to save you the time,
also know that the SW 988 rattle can and NAPA 7220 are packaged by Sherwin
Williams and interchangeable although the color is slightly different. You
will want to rattle can some parts. Other than that, I reasoned that if I
was going to skip priming the QB wings because you can't get to them, why
worry about the fuse. Just follow Vans advice (prime between contact
points) unless in a harsh environment. Read below from Vans. Answers below
the questions and noted VANS ->
All advice worth what you paid for it ;o)
Bill S
7a Ark fuse/panel
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-----Original Message-----
From: Gus Funnell [mailto:gusf@vansaircraft.com]
Subject: RE: Quick Questions - 4 in total
VANS - > You definitely don't have to put anything on the spar, the anodized
finish is more or less impervious to corrosion.
Gus
On 5 Jan 04, at 19:11, Bill Schlatterer wrote:
>
> Gus, thanks for the reply! Does that also mean that there is no need
> to treat the main spar since it is anodized? I am thinking that I
> won't do anything to it but apply contact cement and upholstery and
> move on!
>
> Thanks Bill S 71444
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Gus Funnell [mailto:gusf@vansaircraft.com]
> Sent: Monday, January 05, 2004 2:28 PM
> To: Bill Schlatterer
> Subject: Re: Quick Questions - 4 in total
>
>
> On 5 Jan 04, at 0:29, Bill Schlatterer wrote:
>
> > My 7a QB just arrived and it is coated with preservative on the
> > outside but the inside is clean and covered with what appears to be
> > a wash primer. I am building at home so priming is somewhat
> > problematic. I am using a lot of Sherwin Williams Self Etching
> > Anti-Corrosion Spray primer in a can, Part number 988 which is the
> > same as the Marhyde or NAPA version. Since only a little of the
> > interior will be showing after upholstering, I think that my intent
> > is to prime and spray the few showing interior pieces with a spray
> > enamel. I don't plan on doing anything else with the parts of the
> > interior that don't show since they already have a coating and in
> > theory they are all alclad anyway, unless there is some reason that
> > I should. Answer please?
>
> VANS -> You can leave all the interior alone and just paint the parts that
> will show.
> > Having said that, what kind of primer has been applied
> to the interior > surfaces and is it a true 2 part epoxy or should it
> be covered with > something else to seal it?
>
> VANS -> It is Sherwin Williams P60G2, not an epoxy. They recommend a
> top coat wich we don't apply. There is no point in putting anything
> over the top as it will not go in the only places that matter, between
> the mating surfaces.
>
> A wash primer is good for adhesion but
> > typically provides little or no corrosion protection but then it's
> > all alclad anyway,....right?
>
> VANS - > Yes
>
> I'm not on the coast and want to save the
> > weight and trouble so I'm leaning to leaving it as is and just
> > applying the interior upholstery with contact adhesive directly on
> > the primer that came on it. Would there be any issue with that
> > instead of priming and painting and then putting the contact
> > adhesive over that. Seems like a lot of trouble if the original
> > primer was any good at all.
> >
> VANS - > I doubt it is a problem to apply the upholstery over the primer.
Bear
> in mind we have not done any tests to indicate whether it is better to
> apply something else over the primer first or not.
>
> > The other question is just one about alclad aluminum. I was under
> > the impression that ANY raw bar stock that was used needed to be
> > alodined and primed since it was NOT alclad but now I have been told
> > that all of the bar stock from Vans such as the angle stock is
> > alclad and alodining is not necessary?
>
> VANS - > No, the extruded bar and angle is not alclad.
>
> The instructions said to alodine two of
> > the pieces in the rudder which I did but neither was the small angle
> > used throughout the plane. Specifically, does the angle used in the
> > seat fabrication etc need to be alodined or can it just be primed
> > and go on.
> >
> VANS - > The .063 angle in the seats is not alclad so it should be primed,
it
> does not need to be alodined first though you can do it if you wish.
>
> > Also, what would the appropriate Cherry Max rivets be to replace the
> > CS4 and LP4 and in general could those be substituted in place of
> > any solid rivet? The CS4 and LP4 have carbon steel shanks but I am
> > told they eventually fall out and the Cherry Max should be used if
> > there is any structural question ????
> >
> VANS - > The CR3213 and 3212 series can be used as substitutes for the
> AN and blind rivets
>
> Vans
>
>
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-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Paul Folbrecht
Subject: RV-List: QB Questions
--> RV-List message posted by: Paul Folbrecht <paul.folbrecht@veribox.net>
A couple general questions about QB kits.
1) Are there ever problems with getting enough access in the wings for
installing autopilot servos, lights, or anything else? I know they
come sans one skin only.. is that enough?
2) Any thoughts about the wash primer used? I know some ppl paint the
inside of the fuse in addition to that. Why? The wash primer is
deemed not sufficient for corrosion protection?
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--> RV-List message posted by: "John Danielson" <Jdaniel343@bresnan.net>
I used a shrinker to pull down the aft edges, after getting them as
close possible by pulling them by hand.
By using the shrinker, I got a a really tight fit.
John L. Danielson
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From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Pete Howell
Subject: RV-List: Aft Skirts
--> RV-List message posted by: "Pete Howell"
<pete.howell@gecko-group.com>
Hello,
Anybody have any neat tricks to get the proper curve in the aft slider
skirts? I have the tops nailed, but the twist along the bottom part is
vexing.
Cheers,
Pete Howell
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| Subject: | Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) |
--> RV-List message posted by: Ron Lee <ronlee@pcisys.net>
Several days ago I flew around SE Utah (Monumwent Valley,
Page AZ and Canyonlands/Moab UT) with another RV and one thing
that the astute pilot will note is that there are few landing areas.
If something looks smooth from 15500' it most likely is not.
There were times when the other plane was not visible and exact location
was unknown. So neither could have provided pinpoint directions to SAR
personnel. When I travel alone I always use Flight following. Never bother
with flight plans since constant contact with ATC provides immediate action
if a problem develops.
On the flight a few days ago, we were on 122.75 and no ATC. Never again.
In addition, I am probably going to get a 406 PLB. If you are not aware,
satellite coverage of 121.5 MHz will end in 2009 I believe, transitioning
to 406 MHz which is supported now by a few GEO satellites and some
LEO satellites as well. The advantage of 406 MHz is that it can include
info about the owner (unique beacon ID) and include GPS coordinates).
One example of a 406 MHz PLB can be seen here but I cannot state that
it is the best....just that I am leaning towards this one now:
http://www.mcmurdo.co.uk/?Menu=17&Page=/Contents/ListProducts.asp&ID=1026
If I had to make an off-field landing I would activate it in-flight and it is
possible that SAR personnel would know of the activation before I made
contact with the ground...to include my exact location. A few weeks ago
two men were flying around and reported missing. A search was conducted
in the south part of the state then after it was found that they had refueled
in the north the search moved there. They have not been found and if they
survived a crash/off-field landing are now likely deceased. Whether a 406
PLB would have helped is unknown but when the ability to transmit your
exact location instantly is now possible and affordable, compared to hours
and a large search area for 121.5 Mhz ELTs, I will take advantage of improved
technology.
Any comments?
Ron Lee
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| Subject: | Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) |
--> RV-List message posted by: linn walters <lwalters2@cfl.rr.com>
Ron Lee wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: Ron Lee <ronlee@pcisys.net>
>
SNIP
>On the flight a few days ago, we were on 122.75 and no ATC. Never again.
>
Not sure why. When I fly, I want to concentrate on the scenery, and
scan for other aircraft. True, flight following or ATC can give you
some separation ..... but not always unless you've filed (from what I
understand).
>In addition, I am probably going to get a 406 PLB. If you are not aware,
>satellite coverage of 121.5 MHz will end in 2009 I believe, transitioning
>to 406 MHz which is supported now by a few GEO satellites and some
>LEO satellites as well. The advantage of 406 MHz is that it can include
>info about the owner (unique beacon ID) and include GPS coordinates).
>
I think that the PLBs are a great use of modern technology. I suspect
that the requirement for an ELT will change to a requirement for a PLB
....it just takes time and Das Feds are slow. I'll get one too when the
time comes and my ELTs fail. In the meantime, I think you'll be able to
replace the ELT with a PLB with a 337 filed.
>One example of a 406 MHz PLB can be seen here but I cannot state that
>it is the best....just that I am leaning towards this one now:
>
>http://www.mcmurdo.co.uk/?Menu=17&Page=/Contents/ListProducts.asp&ID=1026
>
>If I had to make an off-field landing I would activate it in-flight and it is
>possible that SAR personnel would know of the activation before I made
>contact with the ground...to include my exact location.
>
An excellent idea. However, from experience, I was too busy manageing
the emergency to think about activating anything. If that was part of
my emergency checklist .... and I practiced it .... I wouldn't have to
think about it. It would become automatic. And while were on this
subject, we really should practice emergency cockpit procedures a lot
more often than we do.
Linn
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> A few weeks ago
>two men were flying around and reported missing. A search was conducted
>in the south part of the state then after it was found that they had refueled
>in the north the search moved there. They have not been found and if they
>survived a crash/off-field landing are now likely deceased. Whether a 406
>PLB would have helped is unknown but when the ability to transmit your
>exact location instantly is now possible and affordable, compared to hours
>and a large search area for 121.5 Mhz ELTs, I will take advantage of improved
>technology.
>
>Any comments?
>
>Ron Lee
>
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) |
--> RV-List message posted by: Jerry Springer <jsflyrv@comcast.net>
linn walters wrote:
>In the meantime, I think you'll be able to
>replace the ELT with a PLB with a 337 filed.
>
>
>
337 filed?
Jerry
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| Subject: | Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Greg Young" <gyoung@cs-sol.com>
Linn, the ELT has a G-sensor which the PLB's do not have (the "P" is for personal).
Further you've got the whole TSO/holy water thing to contend with. And as
Jerry noted, we don't need no steeenking 337's for experimentals. There ARE 406mhz
ELT's currently available but they are big $$$. PLB's may be a good addition
but can't replace ELT's. We hashed through this issue about 4-5 motnths ago.
Greg Young
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--> RV-List message posted by: Jerry Springer <jsflyrv@comcast.net>
linn walters wrote:
>In the meantime, I think you'll be able to
>replace the ELT with a PLB with a 337 filed.
>
>
337 filed?
Jerry
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| Subject: | Brown Tool - New Catalog - ADVERTISEMENT |
--> RV-List message posted by: BrownTool@aol.com
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| Subject: | Re: Scud Running |
--> RV-List message posted by: <gmcjetpilot@yahoo.com>
"When you're buzzing along at 175 kts at 1500 AGL under a deck and there's a row
1500 ft high towers in your path."
I am not recommending or rebuking, but those who do scud run have some rules.
To name a few:
Fly slower, may be as slow as 80-90mph with partial flaps as conditions dictate
Fly over know terrain that you have flown at low altitudes before in good weather
Have the ability to fly IFR legally, otherwise avoid it.
The point of the original e-mail is well taken, a GPS with an obstacle / terrain
warning feature can be a lifesaver. We had a local young freight pilot fly into
a 1700' town flying into the sun. Yes he should have been at the sectional
MSA-min safe altitude, but we all like to sight see. I think this feature would
be a real plus at night, however 2000' AGL towers are going up all the time.
There are no guarantees from Garmin or AWM you will have every obstacle in the
database. As a matter of fact a Garmin rep at Oshkosh 2 years ago told me they
would never have this feature due to liability and the difficulty in tracking
new obstacles. Even Jeppesen has disclaimers on their approach plates. So
it is an adjunct. Cheers George
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| Subject: | Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) |
--> RV-List message posted by: Ron Lee <ronlee@pcisys.net>
>Linn, the ELT has a G-sensor which the PLB's do not have (the "P" is for
>personal). Further you've got the whole TSO/holy water thing to contend
>with. And as Jerry noted, we don't need no steeenking 337's for
>experimentals. There ARE 406mhz ELT's currently available but they are big
>$$$. PLB's may be a good addition but can't replace ELT's. We hashed
>through this issue about 4-5 motnths ago.
>
>Greg Young
The PLB is in addition to the ELT and offers substantial improvements over
121.5 MHz ELTs in that it can take the "search" out of Search and Rescue.
Here is a link that will explain some of the issues. Additional links are
there
as well.
http://www.sarsat.noaa.gov/emerbcns.html
Ron Lee
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| Subject: | Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) |
--> RV-List message posted by: Ron Lee <ronlee@pcisys.net>
> >On the flight a few days ago, we were on 122.75 and no ATC. Never again.
> >
>Not sure why. When I fly, I want to concentrate on the scenery, and
>scan for other aircraft. True, flight following or ATC can give you
>some separation ..... but not always unless you've filed (from what I
>understand).
Use of flight following is easy and hardly detracts from enjoying the scenery.
I do not "file" anything. Just call up appropriate approach control or center
and ask for VFR flight following. Separation is one benefit but the other is
immediate help if a problem arises.
Ron Lee
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| Subject: | Re: Scud Running |
--> RV-List message posted by: Ron Lee <ronlee@pcisys.net>
>The point of the original e-mail is well taken, a GPS with an obstacle /
>terrain warning feature can be a lifesaver. ..... So it is an adjunct.
>Cheers George
Just as one software program "could" allow you to fly in the mountains in fog
and use the terrain portrayal to avoid hitting cumulus granitus. I would never
do that but in a situation where it was that option or certain impact, I would
go with the non-approved option.
Ron Lee
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| Subject: | Re: Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) |
--> RV-List message posted by: linn walters <lwalters2@cfl.rr.com>
Jerry Springer wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: Jerry Springer <jsflyrv@comcast.net>
>
>linn walters wrote:
>
>
>
>>In the meantime, I think you'll be able to
>>replace the ELT with a PLB with a 337 filed.
>>
>>337 filed?
>>
Sorry, I deal with homebuilts and certified stuff too. You wouldn't
need a 337 filed for a homebuilt.
Linn
>>
>>Jerry
>>do not archive
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--> RV-List message posted by: Paul Folbrecht <paul.folbrecht@veribox.net>
A couple general questions about QB kits.
1) Are there ever problems with getting enough access in the wings for
installing autopilot servos, lights, or anything else? I know they
come sans one skin only.. is that enough?
2) Any thoughts about the wash primer used? I know some ppl paint the
inside of the fuse in addition to that. Why? The wash primer is
deemed not sufficient for corrosion protection?
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Paul Besing" <paul@kitlog.com>
Good point. When I was doing helicopter training in southern Alabama, a new
tower would pop up alot, and would only be on a NOTAM, but not in the
charts/gps updates.
Again, my original post was NOT to put anyone's skills down, but to simply
enlighten those who may not be as cautious while staying under a cloud
layer. Personally, I LOVE flying in the clouds. Call it sick, but
something about it all working together, and getting to your destination
using good training is very rewarding. When the convection activity is low,
and all you have is bad visibility, it could be quite fun. Just please be
careful out there. We have a great system in place for us to fly actual
IFR, so use the tools available!
Paul Besing
RV-10 Soon
Kitlog Builder's Software
www.kitlog.com
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[mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Charles Heathco
Subject: Re: RV-List: Scud Running
--> RV-List message posted by: "Charles Heathco" <cheathco@comcast.net>
Scud running is one thing, trying to fly thru mountainous terrain in the
dark another. Nothing wrong with scud running at 1500agl provided you can
see all around you and keep an escape route availible. As for me, I keep a
current chart open and my finger on my location at all times no matter the
altitude. For sure I wouldnt trust any gps to warn me of a tower, for
example, a new very high tower has been put up SE of LZU that dosnt show up
on the 296. Trying to thread a way thru know towers in low visibility is
also not a good thing. charlie heathco
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| Subject: | Re: QB Questions |
--> RV-List message posted by: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com>
Regarding #1:
I don't know if the QB wings come with the snap bushings installed for
the wiring....probably. If not though, those could be a little tough to
drill out. Or, if you really want to run conduit, that would be
tough to do since you'd be drilling out those holes larger.
Other than that, I think most things would be easy to add....well, not
capacitive fuel senders and stuff like that.
Regarding #2: I just don't know. I'll find out though, my QB fuse will
be here in a couple days. I still plan to paint the inside grey.
Tim
Tim Olson -- RV-10 #170
DO NOT ARCHIVE
Paul Folbrecht wrote:
> --> RV-List message posted by: Paul Folbrecht <paul.folbrecht@veribox.net>
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> A couple general questions about QB kits.
>
> 1) Are there ever problems with getting enough access in the wings for
> installing autopilot servos, lights, or anything else? I know they
> come sans one skin only.. is that enough?
>
> 2) Any thoughts about the wash primer used? I know some ppl paint the
> inside of the fuse in addition to that. Why? The wash primer is
> deemed not sufficient for corrosion protection?
>
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| Subject: | Emergency notification (Was: RV-6 Crash) |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Andre Berthet" <aberthet@sbcglobal.net>
I'm planning a trip to Baja California next week and decided to buy a PLB. I
got the mcmurdo Fastfind Plus (with internal GPS) from Landfall Navigation
http://www.landfallnav.com/index.html for $540.00. It's seems to be a nice
and well built instrument. I already registered it online with NOAA SARSAT.
As someone eluded before, in case of a crash the Personal Locator Beacon
(PLB) will need to be activated manually by the person in distress if he or
she is able.
Andre Berthet
>
> --> RV-List message posted by: Ron Lee <ronlee@pcisys.net>
>
>
> >Linn, the ELT has a G-sensor which the PLB's do not have (the "P" is for
> >personal). Further you've got the whole TSO/holy water thing to contend
> >with. And as Jerry noted, we don't need no steeenking 337's for
> >experimentals. There ARE 406mhz ELT's currently available but they are
> big
> >$$$. PLB's may be a good addition but can't replace ELT's. We hashed
> >through this issue about 4-5 motnths ago.
> >
> >Greg Young
>
> The PLB is in addition to the ELT and offers substantial improvements over
> 121.5 MHz ELTs in that it can take the "search" out of Search and Rescue.
>
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| Subject: | Lyc 0360 w Hartzell Constant Speed |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Tony Marshall" <tony@lambros.com>
My question has probably been addressed a 100 times, but I couldnt find it in the
archives, so here it is again....
RV6....What are the normal power/performance settings for my engine prop combo?
I realize MP is a function of altitude, but would be interested in approximate
expected settings (MP, RPM, Fuel Burn) at SL, 3000, 6000, 9000, 12000 for performance
cruise 75%, economy cruise 65%.
Thanks for your assistance.
Tony Marshall
RV6
Polson, MT
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--> RV-List message posted by: GMC <gmcnutt@shaw.ca>
a new tower would pop up and would only be on a NOTAM, but not in the
charts/gps updates.
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Question, - anyone on the list know how far towers have to be set back from
roads and highways. We don't have that many big towers around here and most
that I have noticed on my flights East seem to be set back enough that if
they toppled over they would not come down on an adjacent highway. Nice to
know for sure if following a highway in poor weather (150 'right of
centerline).
George in Langley BC
6A flying
7A fuse.
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