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  1. AlphaWhiskey

    Lobbying for SI reform

    10 weeks after the FAA confirmed receipt of all of my paperwork for my two year SI renewal for taking an SSRI that I've been stable on for a decade, still no response. My AME, who has done this for years and been very successful at SIs, admits he is feeling "helpless". As a physician myself, I...
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    Aviation tax expert recommendations?

    Thinking of using Daniel Cheung from Aviation Tax Consultants for purchase of a new aircraft. Any pireps? Like any others? I live in PA and hangar in NJ. Thanks!
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    Where to put the oxygen cylinder?

    I'm thinking of trying oxygen for an upcoming trip from PA to FL. My Piper Lance's center console was long gone before I bought the plane. For folks who use portable oxygen, where do you keep the oxygen cylinder so it doesn't become a portable missile in the cockpit but you can still access...
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    Dreaming to find a plane for these parameters

    Would like input on finding a plane to meet these parameters: At least 4 seats Part 23 certified (not a kit) Still in production new (but no STC required) At least 190 knots cruise Takeoff and land on 1800 foot runway, no obstacles on either end Can be a piston or tubine, single or...
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    Airtex wowed me!

    '78 Piper Lance had pimp-esque red carpet and aging seats. Airtex did an absolutely amazing job! Dodd and his crew are unbelievably detail oriented and he keeps you updated throughout the process. I don't have time or expertise to do my interior myself, and I'm thrilled that I had them do it for...
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    Why would Cessna buy Beech?

    http://www.kansas.com/2013/12/20/3189471/report-cessna-parent-acquiring.html "For Cessna, he said, it offers a chance to improve margins by selling a wider range of popular products more efficiently. That means consolidation and cost cutting at the combined company." Acquiring a debt ridden...
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    Hot stormscope--need advice

    I'm at the avionics shop getting software upgrades for my Garmin and Aspens and asked about the error message on the stormscope which I think is a WX900. The avionics shop owner says it is getting very hot when powered on and gave me some options: 1. Live without it. 2. Send it in for...
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    Is 1 day at AOPA Summit worth it?

    I will be within a short flight of the AOPA Summit but will only be able to attend on the first day. I'm interested in seeing some planes and doing some learning. Is one day worthwhile? Thanks!
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    Trip report and questions

    My son and I left KTTN Thursday around 2 PM EDT heading toward KJKA. When vectoring northwest of the DC airspace, my Garmin 530W showed an outer ring for the restricted (I even clicked on it to check) that Foreflight on my Ipad said was just the mode C. I was afraid I might breach it so I said...
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    First long trip

    Flying Trenton NJ to shore of Alabama late next week VFR in my Piper Lance. Based on reading other posts, I will leave early in AM and have my snacks, water (only sipping until near next stop), relief bottles (just in case!), backup charts, and a flexible time window in case of weather issues...
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    Need mechanic near KTTN (Trenton NJ)

    I am looking for a mechanic near KTTN (Trenton NJ) to do an inspection of my '79 Lance turbo prior to a flight I am taking to Alabama in August then the annual in the Winter. I was going to Robbinsville but once Aviation Charters sold the shop, it hasn't been the same. Suggestions? Also, is...
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    "Aviation security" in PTS

    So I f...ed up the oral on my private on Friday (totally sucks but noone to blame but me so I'm not whining) and I want to be sure to have all the Special Emphasis Areas covered for my next try. Can anyone give insight into the PTS Special Emphasis area of "Aviation security" (page 7 #14)...
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