I am getting ready to buy my first plane. I am considering an early 60s bonanza or debonair. Some of these planes don't have a standard "six pack" panel layout, and I was wondering if anyone had an idea of how much this would cost to upgrade. I probably would update the radios at the same time, but...

My Archer has the original avionic stack, KMA20, KX170B, KX170B etc. Single PTT on Left Yoke. A couple of weeks ago the mike stuck open at the end of a 2 hour flight. The following morning I checked the system and found that I still had a "stuck mike". I assumed that it would be the PTT switch...

Does anyone have any insight as to my problem. I just some work done on my Arrow which included removing the engine mount for repairs. On my second flight the transponder went out and would not reset. After appox. 2 minutes it came back on and has been working flawlessly for the past 4 hours of...

Day 1, All major airframe, cable and Engine inspections complete. Reported On That In Post #1 Day 2, Fixed Discrepancies on Day 1 We Did an In-depth Control System's Inspection, After Resetting Trim Indicator that was way off. Very In-Depth Fuel System Inspection, and reinstalled all inspection...

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I'm looking at a plane that has a KX-155 radio without the glideslope. Can I add a glideslope to it and get another head, or is that something that has to be built in to the radio from the factory? Any info is greatly appreciated! Chris

I've got about 750 Total Time, 50 complex, 100 IFR. Private, IFR, Commercially rated. I have no multi time, but am about to go to a school to get it. They estimate 10-12 hours in my log book when I finish my checkride. So, in research mode I asked my agent to get me some rates on Senecas...

Off I go to help with my first annual tell you all how today goes later this evening. Lets hope for the best

I was all ready to install a GNS 430 but now feeling that a GNS 480 may be a better option. Although more expensive, I am getting the impression that the GNS 480 has significant advantages. It seems that UPS stole a lead on Garmin with their WAAS approved unit. Now with Garmin owning the brand and...

On Mon, 25 Oct 2004 19:19:12 +0100, "Paul Sengupta" wrote: Strange, you'd think the lever thing would be instinctive to a Harrier pilot, especially one as experienced as a display pilot. Paul Stop me if I've posted this before. . .No, nevermind. ...

Hi all. The glass (plastic?) faces of my VSI and altimeter are getting a bit clouded. Is it possible to get these replaced with new--as in "clear"--faces? Can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks, Marco

Hi all, Currently examining options for upgrading a 1979 172N with an IFR-certified GPS. We currently have two good nav/coms, M-1 Loran, and ADF that we want to replace. Goal is to find the most cost-efficient IFR GPS install to replace the ADF and add legal /G and DME capabilities. Keeping in...

Bought an old Percival Sea Prince (twin engine with approximately 2,000 pounds useful with full fuel. This might turn into an academic exercise only, but would really like to save on car rental, hotel and restaurant costs when traveling. I've already figured out the transportation portion with a...

On Fri, 15 Oct 2004 22:15:53 +0100, Peter wrote: I am referring to airframe/engine/propeller logs, not pilot's logbook. In the US, those times are tach times (times when the engine is running). It is generally NOT logged at all by pilots (nor is there any requirement for...

As I work my way through the sampler order with which Wal and y'all helped, plus some gifts, I am beginning to contemplate box purchases in the next few months. Bought a good sized cooler during the fall clearance sales so I have a place for such purchases to land. I do not know whether vendors...

I currently fly a 1969 140 and am considering buying an Arrow. Is there more leg room for rear passengers in the Arrow than the 140? Is there a difference in the pre 72 and post 72 Arrows with the longer fuselage as far as legroom. I'm tall and need the seat back which doesn't leave any leg...

Instead of clogging up the newsgroups, I've started a personal aviation weblog, "Land and Hold Short". You can visit it here in a browser http://www.megginson.com/blogs/lahso/ The best option, though, is to use the RSS to get a live feed in your...

Just wondered how many of you Canadian pilots fly your GA aircraft down into US and how much problems you have with US entry/customs?

Does anyone in the group use a 12v auxiliary heater or heated blanket for added cabin or passenger heat? I've seen that they come in 150watt/12.5 amp and 300watt/ 30amp versions. We'd have to figure out the current load on our alternators but I'm wondering if we should even consider such an...