Bombardier describes the V-220 as the "best power to weight ratio in their class". Their web site lists the weight at 190 kg/419 pounds (see http://www.vaircraftengine.com/en/technicalData_v-220.asp). I believe but am not sure that weight includes all accessories. What does a comparable engine...

There have been various posts going back a ways on the comm "strength" of the GNS430 versus other radios. I've "solved" my particular problem by adjusting the mic gain on the unit itself. I've had various "complaints" about my carrier strength over the years with various ATC facilities so I was...

Hovercraft and surface-effect craft are not regulated by the FAA. How high must one fly before one falls under the pervue of the FAA? Is there an official definition of "aircraft" that excludes hovercraft and surface effect vehilcles? -Thanks -Charles Talleyrand

After troubleshooting the Janitrol heater in our Aztec for the past 3 weeks, we've finally got it fixed. The problem ended up being a combination of a bad ignitor (spark plug) and a coked fuel nozzle. One problem no doubt causing the other problem. After a new spark plug didn't solve our...

I am curious of opinions out there. I currently have a wet Vacuum pump on my Glasair I-RG. I am considering adding an M-20 vacuum pump oil separator just for the vacuum pump since I also have a Christen inverted oil system separator which takes care of the Crankcase breather. I am also considering...

Does anybody know if the .69 per statute mile as posted on eclipseaviation.com includes engine reserve? Also, going by the trip profiles on the website, it looks like the cost would be a lot higher on shorter trips... like the .69 is based on a max range trip, any ideas? Jeff A36

I'm now the new owner of a nearly new 1957 Cessna 182A. The checklist that came with the plane isn't very good. Does anyone have a checklist for an early 182 they'd be willing to share? Thanks! Chris

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Twas the night before Christmas 'Twas the night before Christmas, and out on the ramp, Not an airplane was stirring, not even a Champ. The aircraft were fastened to tiedowns with care, In hopes that come morning, they all would be there. The fuel trucks were nestled, all snug in their spots, With...

I know this has been discussed and discussed here, but I wanted to share some information that I just received from the company that produces a few excellent training computer programs for avionics. Some background - I flew a cherokee 180 with a 430 for about 5 years. This year I moved to a Lance...

Someone in another thread mentioned that they carry their airplane keys all the time. I'd like to do that, but my 39 year old airplane has 3 different keys -- one for the baggage door, one for the cabin door and one for the mag switch. Has anyone successfully re-keyed an airplane back to a single...

Do any of you tip your mechanic at Christmas time? And if so, about how much is customary? Thanks.

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This is a bit long winded but I'm looking for qualified opinions as to what might have happed to an almost total loss of power while in cruise flight in my Mooney M20F. Here is the story of what happened: I was flying from Turlock (south of Modesto) to Petaluma (north of San Francisco) on a...

ok, any guess on when we can get keyhole tied to the gps, probably by xm?? in flight on handheld/laptop/tablet etc?? dan