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    CFI says I can’t use electronic E6B on written — what??

    I was allowed to use my ASA CX-3. The rules are that you have to remove the batteries in front of the test proctor to prove all memory has been cleared. Used December of 2021.
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    0.25 bac going for third class

    Not to derail the topic - but MOSAIC may very well change that sometime in the next millennium! Still, even with the new rules, two of the four seats can only be occupied by the dogs or luggage.
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    Basic Med if you don't have a doctor

    Man, was I lucky. My PCP was chosen as he also performed my required annual fire brigade physical. I have been using him for over 25 years, and since he was familiar and comfortable with government medical he didn't bat an eye when presented with my CMEC. He also does all of the annual reactor...
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    An elephant in the room: poor diet and lifestyle can lead to medical issues

    The only time I'm concerned about the physical condition of others is when I'm forced to fly commercial. Then, I sincerely hope that the PF/PM are both healthy and well-rested. And sober.
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    the EKG

    My PCP has been my doctor for over 24 years now. For the first 20 or so he was the doc hired by my employer to perform our Industrial Fire Brigade physicals. Very thorough regime there. I am no longer on the Fire Brigade, but I still use him. He has that long history with me and knows how...
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    State of Mental Health Affairs

    Well, not to rub salt in that particular wound - but it is also very possible that they had all of their training for that Part 121/135 position paid for through the GI Bill. They didn't have that available for us who served in the early 80's. We had the VEAP program. What a farce that was.
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    Joint replacement and metal sensitivity

    Yes, and I get an almost daily "reminder" of that too. I work at a nuclear power plant, and we have to pass through an explosive detector and then a standard metal detector as we enter. Each day as I head in I have to remove my shoes, belt, hat, etc. The walk-through metal detector alerts...
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    For Sale FS: Home & Hangar on private airstrip near San Antonio Tx

    I'm not opposed to limiting the amount a government entity can tax me. I agree that it seems cumbersome to ensconce limits in a state constitution, but then again, it sure makes it harder to rescind those new tax breaks!
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    For Sale FS: Home & Hangar on private airstrip near San Antonio Tx

    Don't forget, this fall there is a Texas Constitutional referendum on expanding the maximum amount that can be claimed for the Homestead exemption. There are other taxpayer friendly goodies in the package too! Vote, if you live here. INFO: Texas Proposition 4. A "yes" vote supports amending...
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    Want to start flying…

    Too bad you're not closer. I have an instructor that I work pretty well with now, but I have a suspicion that they are going to pull her to their Denton school. Right now, I think I am her only student at Granbury, and she is only available on Fridays. They are losing three instructors in the...
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    Want to start flying…

    True. I had one instructor at Nationwide Aviation KCPT that was excellent. He had family ties to the Cleburne area. The problem was the lessons were about 25% higher than what I'm currently paying. Their policy was to pad the overall cost with a mandatory and lengthy preflight briefing and...
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    Want to start flying…

    Comparisons: Training in North/Central Texas (KGDJ): Block rate for a 1969 Cessna 172 is $145/hour plus fuel surcharge (about $5/hr) [N79919] Instructor cost is $60/hr. I did all self-study for the FAA written exam, so cost was based around the purchase of textbooks - but the most recommended...
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    Monitor Question - Flight Simulators

    VERY nice setup.
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    Small plane buzzes boaters in Colorado before crashing

    Yes. The C-172's used at the flight school I am training at will pitch up as you roll in flaps. I then counter with a little nose-down trim to take the pressure off and help out in the event a go-around is called for. In some instances low degree of flaps are called "climb flaps" and used for...
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    Monitor Question - Flight Simulators

    Yes. And between the flight school's planes needing repairs and the horrendous weather this winter, I think I will be 90 before I get to my check ride. I am already 14 months in on my written test. At least I did get to solo the day before my 60th birthday. When I'm 90 and prepping for that...
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    Monitor Question - Flight Simulators

    Isn't that X-Plane 12? I wasn't impressed with the demo enough to spring for the new release. While I like the planes and flight modeling in XP-11, I confess to an addiction for the eye candy in MSFS 2020. And the accuracy. The stuff I need to see in real life actually appears on my screen...
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    Monitor Question - Flight Simulators

    Thanks! I do believe that the budget View Sonic will fit my needs. The old 720p 32" TV can live out in the garage.
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    Monitor Question - Flight Simulators

    1. - I will take your word on that. I am no expert when it comes to refresh rates and capability of the human eye. I was pretty sure that refresh rate was not a critical feature in this application. 2. - Student Pilot, VFR. Still learning a lot of stuff. I try to re-fly my last lesson, and...
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    Monitor Question - Flight Simulators

    Thanks for that link! Very useful information there. From what I gleaned, my budget 32" View Sonic MVA pick will be sufficient for a single-monitor application.
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    Monitor Question - Flight Simulators

    I am considering upgrading the "monitor" I use on my dedicated flight simulator setup. I currently use a surplus 32' RCA Proscan 720P television set, connected to my GPU (EVGA GeForce RTX 2060, 6 GB DDR6) via HDMI cable. (The TV was $8 at a thrift store, couldn't pass it up). I have been...
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