For me, the up front and ongoing costs of an XM weather equipped handheld GPS put it on the wrong side of the value curve. I simply don't do enough long X/C's to justify (ok, to rationalize) spending that kind of money. But, if I could rent one for $50/day or $200/wk, that might make sense for...

Anyone done it? Is it as bad as it looks? Spent the past few days at the beach watching airplanes and it looks like a really good way to bend up an airline and maybe break some bones.

I presented the results of my research on the USAF Troop Carrier squadon my father was a member of during the Korean "conflict" the the surviving members at their 52nd reunion this afternoon. For any of you who have considered learning what your fathers did and the men they served with, this is...

What is the world coming to? Paul explains: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGDXnoamGuI Electricity will replace fossil fuels. This is the field in which I specialize. --- Mark *I won't see your response. (just flyin' by)

I'm in search of a thread that was made here (actually a few threads that were made here), where everyone gave stories about what they were doing on 9-11-01. I'm searching google, but can't find anything. Anyone want to give me any hints?

The last time Maurice Kirk, the fun-loving adventurer, went off in his plane to circle the globe, his wife protested that it was his time to wash the dishes. On this occasion, he has been targetted by the corrupt authorities of South Wales. He had bought a plane, with a non-functioning REPLICA of...

Hi, In the 'Motegi Grand Prix' video at http://www.fulldeflection.com , one of the pilots performs a maneuver which looks like a 'Cobra'. Should it be called the cobra, or something else ?? I think the pilot is Svetlana Kapanina in her Sukhoi.

BRAZIL - How to learn about a new culture. The Open School Institute (www.open-english.com.br), a traditional Brazilian Cultural Center, has innaugurated the BRAZILIAN CULTURE packages ... You may choose: get to know about Brazilian business, music and language ... The soul of Brazilian movement...

Hey, I'm you basic 200hr PPL-ASEL and a friend of mine has asked me to donate a sightseeing flight to her charity's auction. Four questions: First, since I'm not being reimbursed for the flight, I don't even think this fall under 61.113(d). It's basically just me taking up a stranger where, no...

Just let battery run down with the USB XM weather antenna connected. I did this to see how much battery life I would get with the screen set at half brightness (5+ hours), but when I reconnected external power, the unit begin an endless series of re-boots, never getting past the "I agree" lawyer...

As we were flying along yesterday, en route to a good lunch in a nearby town, it happened again. There I was, sitting comfortably at 3500 feet, as rock solid as I am right now, gazing down upon freshly harvested fields and newly barren trees. The sun was warm on my face, but the air was cool. ...

If I am reading FAR 91.205 (d) (2) correctly, you only need one COMM radio and one navigation radio (of some type) for IFR operation. If this is correct, how do you stay in contact with ATC while picking up ATIS, etc? Are you allowed to request a frequency change, then come back to ATC? Thanks!

Thinking about going there for a float plane rating and would appreciate any feedback, pro or con, on his operation. TIA, Pete

My reply to your email bounced. (Comcast doesn't list you as a customer, according to the message.) Please try again! -- Jay Honeck Iowa City, IA Pathfinder N56993 www.AlexisParkInn.com "Your Aviation Destination"

Special Notice from AOPA President Phil Boyer September 21, 2007 ------------------------------------------------------------------- == ATTENTION PILOTS ==

Just noticed something, guys. Bertie used to use that @aa.aa as the return email address. If you look at information on google groups you'll find that address has been banned for "violating terms of agreement" earlier this month so it would appear Bertie has changed email/signon...

I'm trying to find a specification or at least waveforms for the Bendix/King serial data protocol used on some DME gear. Googling has come up with nothing. Any help appreciated. Rob

(There's a 48 second Mp3 link on the site) http://www.tallpaul.com/music/fast-beneath-my-feet.html Last Train to Kitty Hawk http://www.tallpaul.com/about-tall-paul.html Who is Tall Paul? last train to kitty hawk (ellis/duke) paul, bryan, byron, bob,

Hi folks, Looking for some advise This might seem strange. I'm one of those guys who didn't have much "vision" earlier on in life in terms of what I wanted to do. I got plenty-o-schooling, but feel now, nearing age 37, that I didn't make the "best choices" in terms of a career that makes me...

Now here's a ride most of us would enjoy. http://www.wimp.com/breathtakingfootage/ That is a flight I'd pay dearly to take.