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    Turbocharged engine, leaning for takeoff at High DA?

    In my Bonanza B36TC (TSIO520 UB), taking off full rich before the Turbo has spooled up above ambient altitude MP, the engine experiences "Boot-Strap Surge" and fails to develop full power. Much better solution is Always Lean for Best Power after runup at 1700 RPM, and then begin takeoff roll...
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    Pros and cons of the A36

    I have optimized my Comanche Pa24-260 LoPresti GTO over the past 16 years - Great performance for a normally aspirated Comanche - down low 175+ KTAS @ 16 gph, and at 11,500 msl 163 KTAS @ 11.3 gph. But, for more comfort (built in O2, Cargo doors, AC) and speed, I am looking to upgrade to a...
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    Motorola Droid in the Plane

    Ed, is that a Comanche in your pic?
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    Motorola Droid in the Plane

    Just found this forum... looks great. Also, just converted from iPhone to Droid X... I love my Droid!! ... and no dropped calls. For the Air Wx app users, is the $4.99 a one time, or subscription? Can you call the AWOS from the App directly? Thanks.
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