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    Question on Flight Following Departure Instruction

    Does the departure instruction for a VFR flight following received on ground constitute as a clearance to fly through a TFR and other airspaces with entry requirement? I requested a VFR flight following on ground at KFUL the other day and the departure instruction was to turn left on heading...
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    GA friendly airport in San Francisco area

    Thanks for the great info and advice!
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    GA friendly airport in San Francisco area

    I am planning a family trip to San Francisco area in late November. Thinking of flying into either HWD or LVK. Would like to hear from local pilots if one is more preferable over the other. I am flying C182 and planning to go IFR.
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    Anti P-static paint on comm antenna

    Are VHF comm antennas typically coated with anti P-static paint? Comm antenna on my C182 has lost its paint and exposing the fiberglass rod. Lately I am experiencing occasional poor comm reception and I am suspecting P-static buildup. The spec for the antenna I am thinking of buying (Comant...
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    Picking up IFR Clearance at KDRO

    I called them up on the RCAG frequency while holding at runway 03. The communication was loud and clear.
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    Picking up IFR Clearance at KDRO

    Thanks guys! I really appreciate your help. I will use the Durango RCAG frequency to pick up the clearance on the ground tomorrow.
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    Picking up IFR Clearance at KDRO

    Does anyone know if the Denver center can be reached over the radio while sitting on the ground at KDRO to pick up an IFR Clearance? If so, is it preferred compared to getting a clearance via FSS? Thanks.
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    Sales/Use Tax Question

    A piston single is all I can afford :)
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    Sales/Use Tax Question

    Phoenix. I assume the use tax exemption mentioned in AZ Pub610 applies regardless of where in AZ I live?
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    Sales/Use Tax Question

    Sorry, I should have been more specific. The buyer (me) lives in AZ and will keep the aircraft in a hanger in AZ. Not sure if it makes any difference, but the aircraft will only be used for pleasure and not for business. If I understand the tax code correctly, I don't have to pay any sales...
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    Sales/Use Tax Question

    If a $100k aircraft is purchased from a private individual in CA (which has fly-away exemption for sales tax) and stored in AZ (which has use tax exemption for a tangible personal property purchased through casual sale), is there any tax liability to the buyer?
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    M20J or C-177B

    Appreciate valuable inputs, guys. I agree with the consensus that 177B should be off my list. M20J, on the other hand, I don't want to scratch it off of the list yet. The speed and efficiently of a Mooney will come in handy for a long cross-country, which I want to do more when I own an...
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    M20J or C-177B

    I got my tailwheel endorsement last year with Aeronca Champ and I have a real sweet spot for the little airplane. Maule, on the other hand, somehow does not appeal to me at all. Not sure why. It does have a big rear door which is nice. I heard the insurance can be pretty steep, though.
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    M20J or C-177B

    Was that with a 180hp Cardinal or 150hp?
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    M20J or C-177B

    That's right. I like Cessna for its high wing and 2 doors, but I heard a Cessna with a retract can be a maintenance nightmare. That's why I am considering 177B and not 177RG. M20J is obviously faster than 177B, but 177 is roomier and much easier to get in/out of, especially for the kids...
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