Recent content by IrishFlyer1

We run a flight school with a small banner towing operation, and yes the banners are designed to fly at an angle of in around 45 degree's or so to the observer. If the banner flew dead straight then you wouldn't be able to read it clearly from the ground. This is achieved by the " lead pole...

6-2 @ 210lbs. Only aeroplane i've ever sat in to that gave me a nope is the KR-2. Smallest aircraft i've flown is the BD-5G which was surprisingly comfortable ! All the usual stuff has been fine, Cessna 100/200/300 series, PA28, 34 etc... RV6/7 can be a bit tight with 2 good size guys in...

Yes, I see the mx records on a daily basis, I'm a mechanic for the school aswell as flying, all of our engines make TBO and are in very good condition when we take them off the wing. I am all too aware how to "properly" operate an engine, just sharing my experiences vs other peoples.

Its as per the SOP's of the flight school. We've been operating like that for 10+ years never had a issue !

Depends on the machine really ! We generally do restricted power t/o (34") in our PA34's to save fuel ! Leave it there till 1000 agl and then back to 24"/2400.