Recent content by mdenney

Thanks! I finally get it :D I was using the published VS which was IAS. Looking at the performance section CAS (55)* sqroot of 3.8 = 107kts....much closer to the 111kts published. You rock, Max

I understand that Va is effected by change in weight however the formula that I gave, negated any weight. Va= Vs *sqroot of load factor (n). Ref Aerodynamics for Naval Aviators pg.339 This formula works great on all Vn diagrams I have seen, which is I know is only valid for a certain weight...

I am having a problem with Va in my C182RG. The published Va speed is 112kts but recently I found a formula for Va which states VA= Vs * sqroot of n limit. N limit for the C182 is published as 3.8gs an its sqroot is 1.949. 1.949 * Vs (42) = 81.87KTS, this is << than the published Va of...

Congratulations :D

Thanks for the sources saved me a call :D. I sometimes still have a hard time interpreting FAA talk. What do you make of this? Generally, all appropriate endorsements for passing the instrument proficiency check, which would be otherwise given if the check were passed in an aircraft...

Well I will call my FSDO and get their ruling on "authorized instructor". I figure since they left out "flight instructor" that ground instructors could provide training in a PCATD, provided they hold the appropriate ground instructor certificate. Do you have any sources that explain this a...

I am in the process of getting my CFI and presently have my IGI/AGI. I plan on giving instruction in this PCATD ($25/hr), as well as use it for instrument currency. Thanks again Bill for your input.

Greetings! A good friend of mine gave me an ELITE PCATD. I know it has all the required hardware (PI135, AP2000 avionics panel, and self centering rudder pedals) needed to meet the FAA standards for a BATD (Basic ATD). The only downside is that the equipment did not come with any software. I...