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Old August 22nd 05, 12:29 AM
Greg Copeland
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On Sun, 21 Aug 2005 08:24:49 -0700, RST Engineering wrote:

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Would I run one dry where there are nothing but airports and soybeans
underneath? I might. Depends on what I'm trying to accomplish. I
think Deakin knew what he was talking about and expected at least a
MODICUM of intelligence on the part of his readers.


In fact, Deakin is very clear that if you can't figure out these types of
details, you probably shouldn't be flying at all. He also states there
are exceptions to every rule and even provides one. He clearly is making
the distinction betweena purposeful act of running a tank dry at a
planning time and place is not confusing this with running out of gas;
which Jay seems to be completely confused by.

Ultimately, I believe Deakin's intention is to make pilots talk and
compare notes. Making pilots think about the results of their actions is
always a good thing, even if you don't buy into his method. Does it
really matter is someone think's this is a crazy idea? Nope. It does
matter that we came together and talked. I think there's been some really
great posts here...and I feel smarter for having asked and learned.

Lastly, I should add, I believe this type of procedure is SOP for many
military piston pilots where range it critical to their mission. Please
correct me as needed. If this were a high risk venture, I doubt it would
SOP. As such, I believe the risk of a non-start for many planes is very
low. IMHO, the only remaining question is, what risk are you willing to
tolorate and what is the REAL risk of a non-start. Is the risk one in a
million? One in a billion? One in a hundred? I dunno.... thus the FUD
had lots of room to creep in...

Greg
 




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