Recent content by NordicDave

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...

Does the Garmin Concierge feature work over Garmin Connex or just FS510?

Nope, Get the standard GTX-345 go forth and enjoy! BTW... top tip... have the Avionics shop install the OAT temp probe which is an option. This GTX-345 will display density altitude instead of pressure alt if you choose. Hot & heavy days in Georgia to high, hot and heavy while climbing at...

This is generally the outcome of practicality... meaning generally 2 majors for an engine. As @Bell206 mentioned the engine can be overhauled unlimited times, from a practical standpoint eventually so many parts are below tolerances a person is buying 80-90% new parts the tipping point to just...

The original Cessna lights will work with the new Magnetometer. Though a good excuse to upgrade. James Gallagher hooked me up with complete LED lighting package for my 182. Looks terrific and seriously saves current. The plane was recently repainted while they were at it, had them modify the...