Recent content by Computerjim

ForeFlight counts the time from first motion until final stop. This includes taxi times and, holds on the ground,run ups and such. This is the definition for logging pilot times. Aircraft time is the time from when the wheels leave the ground until touchdown. It is used to track times...

My mantra just before take-off - If on the ground, shut it down If the gear is down set it down If the gear if right it just might (fly) It is all about airspeed and controllability.

It is added at the refinery. Av gas is shipped by truck and barge is a fuel only containers. Dedicated trucks and barges. It is not sent through pipelines. That is part of the reason is is much more expensive the mogas.

It is current and accurate. Big bore Lycomings (IO540’s) and Continentals require 100 Octane because they run higher compression ratios. I own and operate three of them! Nothing to do with radials.

Most of the working grade piston aircraft run high compression engines that require 100 octane fuel. Most of the piston aircraft will do OK on 94 octane. But the big bore engines use about 80% of the aviation fuel used, since they use more fuel and are flown many more hours per year. So I...

Get a touch up job to cover the exposed areas.

I agree! some people just have big expectations. Several properties have sold the year the were private sales in the high $500 - $600 K range.

You don't say where you are. The local codes and covenants may make some of your choices for you. I live in and Air Park in SW Florida, 94FL. Our covenants require at least an 1800 SQ FT house. A hangar is not required, but a space designated for a hanger must be identified on the lot plan...

I have flown several aircraft into both Cedar Key and Everglade City with no problems. Everything for a C172 to an Aztec.

A VFR or IFR flight plan is sufficient. In remarks note the time and location you plan to cross the ADIZ or border. EAPIS requires this information also.

Aircraft practicability is in the eye of the owner. Depending on the budget, desires, needs and wants it will very from one pilot to another. The only real justification I have ever used in 45 years of ownership is "I want it and I can afford it". As far as travel, there is always a cheaper...

I have done the lower route. Very easy and good viewing. Take the online course. Fly slow and keep your eyes open.

Check out a Comanche.

Summer is off season in Florida, plus the covid thing is tamping things down. Most good shops are busy.

That is a very reliable engine if flown regularly. If it is left sitting for a duration of time internal corrosion becomes an issue. At a minimum I would pull a cylinder an use a bore-scope to inspect the cam lobes and lifters for corrosion or pitting.