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Looking to replace my pickup and was wondering if people have brands they like. Looking for to replace my 2011 Silverado 1500 5.3V8. Use it for towing a horse trailer or dump trailer occasionally (5k pounds) short distances. Happy with it mechanically, but structurally it sucks. Lots of rust...

Going for my CFI and next step is the commercial rating. Any suggestions on best book for learning the info? Didn't see one from the FAA like there was for IFR. Also, any good books for test prep? Thanks!

I'm looking at a plane with an O-290 that is in need of an engine. Rather than trying to overhaul that, I was thinking about upgrading to an O-320. Any ideas on cost for either a used O-320, or what a run out 320 goes for, then figuring $20-25k for an overhaul. Thanks

Tomorrow I am flying from Boston to Atlanta, meaning I have to go by the NYC and DC airspaces. What is the best way to go? 1) VFR over NYC, and around the SFRA to the northwest between camp david? 2) VFR over NYC, and to the east of the SFRA (but I notice a lot of restricted areas out there)...

I’m planning a flight from MA to GA with a pit stop in VA. Anyone have a recommendation for a nice airport on the western edge of VA, maybe around Lynchburg or Charlottesville that has nice facilities and a restaurant? Would like at least 2,500 ft if the approaches are somewhat clear.

Now that I have my IFR, would be nice to have an instrument backup, and I’m about to do my first true cross country, so I really want weather. Anyone use the Garmin GDL 50 with Flight Plan Go? Thinking since Garmin owns FPG maybe there’s a better change of them being simpatico.

when it is time to descend back to ifr conditions or if clouds are ahead, what phrasing do you use? Just request “cancellation of vfr on top” or something other?

For the ILS 32 approach, off what is the MSA based? It looks like a compass locator in the circle, but I don't see one on the approach. Also, what is MSA GB? https://skyvector.com/files/tpp/1902/pdf/00065IL32.PDF

I found somewhere that WAAS GPS's are RNP 0.3. The plane I'm using for my checkride has a non-waas Garmin 430. KOLE has 3 approaches which mention the need for RNAV 1.0 or say RNP Approach. Can a non-waas Garmin 430 fly these approaches? The procedures do not say approval required, which is...

In this section, can someone clarify a, b, and c? I’m clear that non-waas can have a gps primary OR alternate, and am familiar with the 2-600 and 2-800 planning rules. What about a-c below? It says we “may” plan minimums on certain gps related approach types. Does that mean at the gps...

Thinking about a 1911 and know a bunch of people here are into shooting. I am limited in MA which firearms I can purchase. I need an ambi safety, and I hate the look of an external extractor. Purpose is mostly just for fun at the range, maybe trying out a competition. I realize these range...

This past Feb I sold my plane to someone in CA. I live in MA, the plane was handed over in MA. I got a letter from California asking all sorts of information about the transaction (sale price, owner address, etc). I"m thinking about just sending them nothing at all, or sending them the bill...

Thinking about our mission a bit more, my wife is leaning towards a 182 and it makes sense to me as well. If I were looking at a stock 182 from the 60s, O-470, what is a real life cruise speed and fuel burn. I have some POHs but know those aren’t always real world numbers. We want something...

Anyone used a book they like for the oral exam? I passed the written in January and almost ready to take the next tests. Saw available the Gleim and ASA, figure their might be others as well.

I'm trying to come up with a fair dry-rate to use a buddy's Bonanza. Anyone have a rate they use? Also, what are estimates to overhaul an IO-520 and a prop? Thank you.

Any idea what it would run to ferry a 172 from Boston to San Fran? I have a potential buyer but just don't have the time to do the trip right now.

Once someone hands over the cash, how do I actually sell the plane and transfer ownership? I own the plane so no banks involved. Thanks, Jesse

Due to the frozen-ness since Christmas, I figured it would be good to study my ass off and finish up with the book work. Studied a couple hours every day, and killed the written Friday with a 93. Early November did my IFR cross country. It was my second time in real IMC, first was a long-time...

... for making everything you do a challenge. Bought a new FAR/AIM to help with my IFR studying. Went with the FAA print thinking "hey, why not get it from the source?" The figures in the AIM are blurry to the point of unreadable, or just plain missing information, just like I hear to expect...

Thinking about options for the future after my IFR is done. Right now I fly 95kts at 7gph, and want something a bit more capable for traveling. Two light people 95% of the time, room for two folding bikes is a must. I'm thinking Grumman Travelers, Cheetahs, or Tigers might be a nice step up...