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IIRC, they just signed one.

OEM MM is a joke, for the most part. 1947 Manual not helpful. But what WAS helpful was Bill’s comment about getting the wrench on the...

IIRC, the guy is 63 years old. He needs to call it a career and just retire.

Generally accepted practices for installing bolts is to follow the “IDA” philosophy. In, Down, or Aft. On my motor mount, the bolts...

Probably not. Dunno. Devil/Details

Did they mention that he was about to fly a Boeing, too?

Thank you. I didn’t know there was a difference between Lycoming and Continental.

Does the FAA actually say that or is it just generally accepted practice? I have heard less than 60/80 may be acceptable depending on...

I had the same thought.

I would be very surprised if an umbrella policy covers aviation. Mine does not. I have not found one that does.

That’s where the push rods go. Lifters are in the holes. Or is that too obvious?

I soloed in 54. All we had were "Conventional gear" aircraft. Even a 16 year old with 8 hours could land one. But then they started...

If they were worth their salt, they would already know about this And not think anything of it. I hate not logging legitimate time just...

That is how I did it. By current logging regulations you are justified logging sole manipulator time as PIC so long as you are PIC type...

Hers IS functional and has been replaced.