Hi, Planning to put a GPSmap 196 for backup in my Cessna 172 I would like to know whether somebody has mounted a 196 on the 172 yoke? May I learn about the mounting used - original Garmin or OEM hardware like RAM? Any drawbacks or pros experienced with either gear? Otto Braasch (EDML)

Hello, I've been reading news on flying for quite a while and these seems to be the most well-informed groups (the googles)writer on the net. I would therefore like to have your personnal opinion on a question. I live in Northern Quebec (Yes, I'm french speaking so forgive the spelling mistakes)...

I've seen plenty of pireps on the Garmin 396, but is anybody using the FlightPrep software with the Motion Computing tablet and XM Weather/GPS/Electronic Flightbag options?? Also, is there any software/hardware combination when using a laptop or tablet that can take advantage of the XM Radio...

The old wind-up clock in my Pathfinder has become sporadic at best. When it was below zero here, it didn't work at all. Any recommendations on a replacement? -- Jay Honeck Iowa City, IA Pathfinder N56993 www.AlexisParkInn.com "Your Aviation Destination"

Anyone have the pdf of the 1976 cessna 150 service manual they could e-mail me

Anyone out there willing to share how much an overhaul cost in your Cardinal's IO360? If so, what type of overhaul, from where, and how satisfied are you? In looking at Cardinals, I'm trying to get a handle on how much to plan for when it comes time for a new engine. Hopefully, that would be...

Our Aztec's door seal needs replacing. I'm wondering how many people go the inflatable route and what their experience has been. Would you do it again? Does it block noise and air better than the standard seal? Does it push the door away from the frame or cause too much pressure against the...

Documentation: From the EAA: "The US and Canada have agreed not to require US or Canadian pilots to have a restricted radio-telephone license or an Aircraft Radio Station...

"Fly" wrote in message ... What did you have your CFI in before you got your instrument intstructor and later your airplane instructor add-ons? Kent "kage" wrote in message

i need a siai marchetti airframe without engine any condition airworthy or not prefer model 205-20f please advise condition and location and whether faa title and bill of sale can be furnished along with airworthiness certificate must have usa registration i am building up a marchetti from parts ...

Hello - our 1972 skyhawk with original engine (2300 hrs) is in major overhaul. The crank was sent out and found to have a crack and is supposedly unusable. The mechanic quoted $3,000 for a used replacement and $4,000 for new. Engine is Lycoming O-320-E2D, getting upgraded to 160 HP + powerflow...

I did two approaches today, each in separate videos. First one is an ILS approach into HKS Jackson Hawkins airport in VMC conditions. Purpose of this approach was to "warm up" for my next approach which was a no gyro approach into KJAN Jackson MS. Both videos contain ATC communications as well...

If you have one, how do you like it? Do you ever notice that it does not return to the same indication when the airplane returns to the same heading (hysteresis error)? IOW, if you turn from 090 to 180 and back to 090 according to the HI, would your VCC come all the way back to 090, or would it...

Does anyone use a PDA to record in a small spreadsheet the departure airport, your destination airport, and the Hobbs & Tach readings when you land? If so, what would be the brand and the main features of the PDA? Thanks

I have hangar space available at the Airlake Airport at Lakeville, MN (KLVN) for a SE aircraft. The hangar has electric bifold doors on both ends, so no one gets "stuck" in the back. Rent is $200 / month. Please email me back at:

On Apr 4, 8:51*pm, "Mike" nospam @ aol.com wrote: 5) You may wish to opt for a wet rate instead of a dry rate. *There's nothing worse than going out to the plane and finding it low on fuel, then having to track down who flew it last. *It WILL happen. *Some members will also routinely...

Anyone use the child seat in a C172? I am looking for experiences so I can make the call of whether to invest in one. Currently, I am looking at a C172M w/180HP, but have 3 kids under 8 and want to take the family up for some rides. If I could afford a larger plane, I would. Where would I get...

What is a good anti-fog spray for the interior aircraft windows? Departing during Buffalo's lake effect snow last Thursday, I had my plate full as it was when about 1,500 feet above the ground the interior of my Bonanza's windows glazed over in a fog that quickly turned to ice. -- Peter

Still shopping for my first bird. Curious as to how much oil usage is considered "normal"?

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