I would also like to get into Gliders this year. Does anyone know what the height/weight limit is? I am 6ft 4in and 240. Not sure if I fit the size limits for gliders but would sure like to get into it if I do.
Really neat new technology but after watching the video I'm afraid it would be too distracting to me. I wonder if there are ways you can actually turn certain parts of it off. I kind of like wearing my Raybans when it's bright out...
Bryan,
I had some of the same feelings as you about getting Instrument Rating. I def would say that getting complex, tailwheel, high performance endorsements would be more fun. I put off the instrument for a long time since i fly purely for pleasure and have no intentions of making a career...
Thanks for all of the great feedback. I will try to test the probe this week. I am not exactly sure which Alcor model it is and really not sure how to determine this. Scott if it is probe and you have one that would work I would be interested in purchasing from you.
I own a 72 Citabria 7ECA. Recently while flying my EGT guage dropped to only read about half of the normal temperature range. Shortly after that in the same flight it dropped down to zero. I have continued to fly the plane but the EGT guage needle reading is either on zero or barely bouncing...
Thanks for the feedback. Yes I always leaning aggressively for taxi which has made a big difference. Do you know what hotter plug you would run for that particular engine? I believe I am running Champion 40E's currently.
I own a Citabria 7ECA with an Lycoming O-235 engine and Bendix magnetos. Periodically during run up my right mag runs rough and and drops by 250 to 300 rpm. I typically go ahead and fly it anyway and after running awhile I check the mags again and usually the right is good and has a smooth...
2008 model. Like new. Starts easy every-time. Not going to ship. Local sales only. I am based in the DFW area at 52F.
Read details on PowerTow website http://www.powertow.com/40-EZ-Aircraft-Tug-155500-up-to-5500-lbs-Includes-Adaptors_p_14.html
Sells for $1,555.00 new.
If replacing the spring. Is the "Citabria Short Spring Set" on the correct unit to use?
http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/lgpages/tailwheelleafsprings.php?clickkey=9943
http://univairparts.com/pdfs/Catalog_2012_Aeronca.pdf
I have found a few different options. The tailwheel...