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I'm about to seek a Class-3 Special Issuance as an insulin-dependent Type-2 diabetic, and think this might be of interest to others in a similar situation. I use Lantus insulin, with a nominal 24-hour release, injected once daily at bedtime. I had found that my maximum usable dose was 32U...

Flying a 182 into S27 on 12 August for a few days with friends, and would appreciate any pointers. Routing planned is VFR via Coeur d'Alene and up the Clark Fork river past Thompson Falls, then north along Flathead Lake. Thanks ! Dick Schomburg Hillsboro, Oregon

Another point: Just because it might be a 'simple defect' in the dimmer rheostat, please don't think of that as trivial. Lighting dimmer controls have been known to cause in-flight fires!

You really need to track this one down. If, for example, only the panel lights are affected, it could be a simple defect in the dimmer control. On the other hand, if its a regulator problem, then the radios are seeing the surge as well, which may not be visually evident, but could get costly...

Richard, Before making that move, it might pay to inspect the existing antenna cable very closely. I missed that AOPA thread, but cable and/or connector issues can cause comm problems that may not involve the antenna itself, or its location. Look for insulation dents, sharp bends, or...

Eamon, Thanks! I think one advantage of a rooftop mount comes when you need to contact FSS or Clearance Delivery folks while still on the ground, as from a non-towered airport. Unless there is an RCO nearby, the height is a plus. For that reason I'd not put Comm1 on the belly; in our case at...

We are considering the addition of an "extra" comm antenna in a 182P, cabled only to a BNC coaxial connector on the instrument panel, to get improved comm performance from a backup handheld radio. There is a choice of rooftop or belly mounting. The belly-mount option seems to have these...

Right, that's the way I understand it also. But not all other pilots or instructors are willing to take on that financial liability of beng PIC. My CFII is one of those, having had a bad previous experience in some form. This was an individual policy of mine, separate from the insurance that we...

For several years I've maintained an AOPA renter's liability insurance policy, which recently came up for renewal. On a hunch, I wrote to them and described my present situation: Starting insulin (tonight!!) but wish to stay proficient and IR current by flying with others (CFI's, CFII's, and...

Sounds like the right decision, Joe. :) As a part owner of a 182P for several years now, including recently going thru instrument training in it, I have developed significant respect for the general design and the way the compromises have been balanced. Especially with long-range tanks, it is...

Yes, that's it: Expect Further Clearance (time of) Without which you'd be up the creek in a COMM failure, with no defined time at which to depart the hold. Dick

I was given a hypothetical clearance to hold at a local VOR, and asked if I would accept it. Correct answer: No, since there was no mention of an EFC time. Nailed me cold on that one! Ugh! Dick Schomburg Hillsboro, Oregon

I'm part-owner in a 182P and would be hesitant to move ahead with this deal. Fresh paint can cover a multitude of sins. Old Cessna radios are not that desirable. Visible aft damage & corrosion not in the logs is a red flag, as it has not been dealt with. The prop leak could also be expensive if...

Thanks, guys, that's very helpful. I realize that I was not making the proper distinction between ACTING as PIC and LOGGING TIME as PIC. I'll now dig out the rest of the details. (This is somewhat academic at the moment, as our 182 has an engine overhaul underway at Visalia ... ) Regards, Dick

As discussed in an earlier thread, I'll soon be starting insulin, which will invalidate my current Class 3 medical certificate. I'll then enter a six-month waiting period before applying for a special issuance. It's very clear that PIC privileges will cease with my first insulin dose. However...