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An acquaintance was studying for his PPL late in life, was pretty sad to learn during the course of training he would be unable to get his PPL due to a DUI conviction 24 years prior. He hadn't had a drink since. Seems like there should be some remedy given such a long time since the offense.

Hilarious! I thought I may have been the only guy to listen to his EAA webinars at 1.5-2x speed!

Any goofballs still adding Marvel's Mystery Oil to gas and oil? The nutty anecdotal claims were always good for a laugh. I remember that being a big thing a while back. Talk about a boondoggle. People have no idea the chemical composition, but are happy as clams to jigger a can in their oil...

I have the previous version the PJ2 for about 3 years with good success. The user interface is much easy to operate than my other radio the Yaesu FTA-250. The integrated pilot headset sockets are a HUGE plus. Nice not having to deal with adapter cables. Pluses: Direct plug-in headset sockets...

I just had my plane repainted by one of the best shops in the country. I too had bodywork dust on my new engine. That powered dust from sanding body filler and primer floats into everything. The shop did a terrific job of sealing the interior cabin which had zero shop dust, and plastic wrapped...

Yes West valley and I think Advantage also at KPAO. There is an SR20 for rent out of Livermore KLVK

Some of my favorite forum threads are the streams of replies to a person with only ONE (1) post. We all gotten suckered-in by one posters. I have. The really awesome trolls are the one's who come back to spin the nonsense wheel once or twice more to watch everyone run around it like gerbils.

Don't over buy, but buy enough avionics. The latest trend for C150's is: * Pair of G5's or pair of GI-275's if budget allows * GNX-375 ADS-B transponder with WAAS GPS * GNC-215 Nav/Com * GNC-205 Com * Audio panel PS-450B or C or Garmin You will want a 4 cylinder engine monitor like the Garmin...

On landing Cessna's only float if a pilot is fast on short final and over the fence. 50 knots over the fence and chop power and land on your spot. @ateamer Looks like you're in Florida? Given the heat, sitting under the shade of a high wing is something to consider. Worth consider only buying...

@Eibwen this is a very helpful video: Mike Busch describes in simple detail the leaning process and how to use the throttle, prop, and mixture control. There is a part 2 video he calls the "Leaning, the Advanced Class" or something like the such.

EI Gauges will work with Cessna Shunts. Robin, another idea... Why not make a black vinyl semi-circle sticker cover the vacuum half of the gauge? Make or acquire a circle and cut it in half. The vacuum system is gone, it's not even an INOP situation.

Yes you can remove the vacuum gauge if the vacuum system is removed and install a new amp meter. Strongly consider prioritizing an engine monitor installation. It will pay for itself in saved fuel and heading off engine issues.

+1 on Ryans's comments. Highly advise getting a quote from an avionics shop. This is all they do, and more cost effective to install as they are very proficient through repetition; whereas many A&P's a heming/hawing the schematics and nest steps on the clock. A number of pilots are going with...

The 2 blade MT composite prop has an aggressive twist compared to aluminum. There's no part of the blades which are flat.

This is a wild airport with crazy wind shear. Here'w another crazy landing, same airport in Canada.

Of course we cannot forget this hall of fame classic! Got to love how the guy reaches back to grab the GoPro!

Strongly consider using an aircraft escrow/title company to make sure the registration & title are properly sorted. A lot of the good escrow companies walk the paperwork over to the FAA to ensure title transfers with funds.

Owning a 182 Turbo, I fly routinely 16,500 or 17,500 with oxygen of course. The draggy 182 manages 165 kTAS up high. Up that high with tail winds not uncommon to get smooth air and 200+ MPH ground speed. Other benefit is literally no traffic as everything else 12K or lower or 25K or higher...

The future G3X will likely stay with CanBus for panel upgrades. Bet they will introduce a G3Xi with same form factor but higher resolution with a faster processor. Most certified aircraft can't mount a larger screen and the market size for 12" is niche. Maybe if the new experimental market...