Recent content by neald

That number is incorrect. The FAA Administrator makes ~$200k base plus significant bonus based on meeting Flight Plan Goals. One of the larger benefits is that you retire and continue to receive 75% of your "high 3" years (averaged) -- adjusted for inflation -- for the rest of your life. And...

That approach showed "LNAV+V" on the 480. So if you had switched to NAV in time the autopilot should capture the glideslope (this assumes current software on the 480, wired correctly, etc). Regards, Neal

We evaluated a number of options for that type of headset and ended up purchasing these: https://www.quiettechnologies.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=66_59 They sounded better than the Clarity models. There is generally a wait for them, as the guy that makes them is a one horse show..

I'm in.

Very interesting installation. It appears the fan at the top is there to push air from the rear of the cabin to the front of the cabin. Will be interested to hear how the system works for you. Regards, Neal

Would be great to see some pictures of that install. AC is on the list to figure out sometime soon... Thanks in advance. And welcome to COG! Regards, Neal

Interesting fact: In two years it will no longer be Jack Edwards. It is being renamed Gulf Shores International Airport later this year when they open a brand new tower. The folks out there have been very nice to work with.

I haven't been DC local in nearly 30 years. But since no one has mentioned it: If you are willing to go through the process to land there (https://collegeparkairport.aero/md3.html), College Park Airport is walking distance from a Metro station that will take you anywhere in DC efficiently...

Jim, You have our (or at least my) attention. However, it is not clear what Aerodyme is offering or how we will support the initiative. Please fill us in. Regards, Neal

Steve, It only works with the fuel injected version. Specifically, the HotShot modifies the IO-360-C1D6 engine to turbo-normalize it (sea-level manifold pressure available up to the max authorized altitude of 16000 feet) and the airframe to accept the modified engine. The result allows...

Nice to meet you the other day. Regards, Neal

Scott, This sort of thing happens way too often. Years ago a friend of mine (who was also an A&P -- so I'll call him A&P friend) starting fly the approach to his home airport despite him not having an instrument ticket. When we (myself and another friend who has his ticket -- so he is IA...

Rick, Your post is restricted and cannot be replied to. The Dynon HDX is very interesting. The autopilot integration appears solid and restrictions seem minimal. The only puzzle is how to we get the altitude restriction down to 200 ft for the Commander (typical ILS DA)? The 172 is close at...