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I have an AI that was starting to lean randomly back in 2019. Sent it into one of the recommended/popular shops for overhaul. It came back working better but started to lean randomly again a few months later, so I sent it back to the same shop for a warranty repair. 5 months later, it's doing...

I have a 530/430 and am currently running an RS232 to the 530 for engine monitors. While port 3 is currently OFF (on both), to my surprise I discovered port 3 already has wires routed and I found they go to my 430. “Crosstalk” isn’t enabled, so I don’t know what I’m missing functionality-wise...

What is a “serial wire?” When you have a single wire that serves as a “serial wire,” can its length be extended? Is there anything special about this wire vs standard wire?

Looking to install the EI CGR-30Ps and C in my Twin Comanche. I’m trying to get my worksheets completed to order but struggling a little with trying to decide which functions to put where. For instance, I’ve heard the fuel total functions may not work well with the “resistive sensors” that...

This very likely isn’t an issue with ForeFlight and is most likely an issue with my setup. I’ve been filing with FF for years and made the switch to using the ICAO format a few months ago due to constant feedback from FF indicating that’s the method I need to be using. So I read everything I...

Looking for recommendations for portable battery pack for airplane camping. Enough power to inflate an air mattress (once, but possibly top off once per day), run a small fan over-night, charge electronic devices, etc. Might be able to recharge it every other day or so. Last I read, solar...

Lost this one yesterday. Engine trouble taking off from KMEI, couldn’t make it back, put it down on Hwy 45. Initial reports indicate gear sheared off, but no one injured. Looks like pilot did a good job...

Both of my vacuum pumps were replaced with overhauled units ~ 5 yrs/200 hrs ago. One failed on my way to drop off for annual at the end of July, the other failed on way home from a trip today. After searching around, it sounds like I should have gotten 500+ hrs out of them. Does this seem...

I have the Stratus 2 and like to connect it to my phone (iPhone 6) for the AHRS function, so this app is a must (at least with Foreflight). I’m updated to IOS 12, confirmed my Stratus is current on firmware, and that there are no updates for the app, but when I try to open it I get the...

What are the time-based MX recommendations for your average light plane? I.e. mags 500 hrs, dry vac pump 1000 hrs, oil lines, etc

Took the plane out today and I usually check ATIS on my 430 and use the 530 for ground/tower. Discovered the 430 isn’t receiving on the Com. Tried squelch and to ID a Nav station and they seemed to work ok. Could this be as simple as an antennae becoming disconnected or I’m stuck pulling it...

So I’m in search of a reason to fly. My wife, son, and I take a few flights a year to different areas (generally <400 miles), but it’s not near enough to justify what we have and also not enough to keep the plane healthy or myself proficient. Therefore, I fly a lot more (usually once every two...

Flew the family down to Pensacola yesterday mid-morning for lunch and a movie, but knew going down that we would be dealing with the summer pop up thunderstorms on the way home in the afternoon. Sure enough, came out of the theater around 1500 to a torrential down pour and cells everywhere...

Trying to decide which is the better way to go here. I’m a FF user, so won’t get the benefits of Connext or flightplan transfer; however, I have a GDL69 (not currently active) and (think) I like the idea of a separate box for AHRS and Bluetooth (upgrade ability later if something new comes...

I’ve got an upgraded system in my truck, head, amp, 12” sub under the seat (MTX) that was installed 12 years or so ago. Worked fine until the last couple of years, now occasionally, the speaker starts popping when the stereo powers on. Sounds kind of like a microphone on a really windy day...

My PC has officially died. It’s a Gateway with an i5 and about 3-4 years old. When I power it up, I get a black screen and “Reboot and Select proper Boot device or Insert Boot Media in selected Boot device and press a key” message. If I Ctrl-Alt-Del, it says “Preparing Automatic Repair”, then...

The other thread regarding Mags reminded me that I’ve approached 500 hrs or so on mine and need to do something with them. I’m not making any major changes right now, so Bendix mags aren’t in my (near) future, and what I have are performing just fine. What’s the concensus on...

I'm trying to get up to Indianapolis just prior to New Years for a couple of days. KUMP is closest to where I'm heading, but also looking at KIND. Any PIREPS for this area?

Day 6 post-op from my uvulectomy and since day 4, the pain has only gotten worse. Doc said this would happen though. Anyway, just wanted to say “dingle-dangle” in a thread on POA, back to NETFLIX and Amazon Prime. Oh, and “airplanes” (to keep it Aviation related).

I have these aluminum trim panels that have some kind of faux wood looking tape on them. The tape is peeling away in a couple of places. Any recommendations/ideas as to how to clean these up or update the look? I’m not against putting something else in their place, but would need...