YSBK: Another aircraft down but safe
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Oils Ain't Oils Sol!
And that would be interesting. I am now using the semi synthetic Shell 15W-50 and the results seem good!, better temps even in summer, up to temp and pressure quicker, and the internals seem cleaner each inspection of valve gear.
Any idea what was used at YSBK?
J
And that would be interesting. I am now using the semi synthetic Shell 15W-50 and the results seem good!, better temps even in summer, up to temp and pressure quicker, and the internals seem cleaner each inspection of valve gear.
Any idea what was used at YSBK?
J
Cirrus VH-HYY
Does anyone have any more news about the crash of VH-HYY, the Cirrus north of Hoxton Park? I'm interested to know about why the pilot stated a plan to use the ballistic chute, then apparently made a landing in a paddock. Did he change his mind or did the chute fail?
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Thanks for posting the link to that report.
I guess the lesson to be drawn is one Cirrus has been promoting for a long time: Decide to use the recovery chute sooner rather than later in an emergency. Also, once you decide to use it, don't second-guess yourself.
As for the actual cause of the engine failure, the report kind of points the finger at the shop that did the bulk-strip that occurred seven flying hours before the failure. It goes to show the trust we place in our mechanics -- I would never have checked, in pre-flight inspection, the part that seems to have failed in this case.
And what kind of imbecile, upon seeing an aeroplane falling to earth with parts falling off it, not only leaves the scene without reporting the details of what he saw, but TAKES A PIECE OF WRECKAGE AS A SOUVENIR?
I guess the lesson to be drawn is one Cirrus has been promoting for a long time: Decide to use the recovery chute sooner rather than later in an emergency. Also, once you decide to use it, don't second-guess yourself.
As for the actual cause of the engine failure, the report kind of points the finger at the shop that did the bulk-strip that occurred seven flying hours before the failure. It goes to show the trust we place in our mechanics -- I would never have checked, in pre-flight inspection, the part that seems to have failed in this case.
And what kind of imbecile, upon seeing an aeroplane falling to earth with parts falling off it, not only leaves the scene without reporting the details of what he saw, but TAKES A PIECE OF WRECKAGE AS A SOUVENIR?
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As for the actual cause of the engine failure, the report kind of points the finger at the shop that did the bulk-strip that occurred seven flying hours before the failure. It goes to show the trust we place in our mechanics -- I would never have checked, in pre-flight inspection, the part that seems to have failed in this case.
Why blame the shop that did the bulk strip??? I bet they did not fit the engine in the airframe.
Engine shop would have bulk stripped the engine and then shipped back to the workshop for re-installation to the airframe.
Why blame the shop that did the bulk strip??? I bet they did not fit the engine in the airframe.
Engine shop would have bulk stripped the engine and then shipped back to the workshop for re-installation to the airframe.
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Mmmm.
The photo of the T piece and location leads me to think that its an install shop issue rather than a bulk-strip shop issue.
Incorrect part (red plastic cap??), or incorrect torque setting - both seem to point to the install during fuel set-up.
Comments from qualified pruners?.
The photo of the T piece and location leads me to think that its an install shop issue rather than a bulk-strip shop issue.
Incorrect part (red plastic cap??), or incorrect torque setting - both seem to point to the install during fuel set-up.
Comments from qualified pruners?.
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I remember my second PPL Nav, this is going back to maybe 2003.
Overflying YKTN to join circuit my instructor and myself noticed a plane half way down and half way off the RWY and not moving. We flew down and did a Precautionary search and Landing leg over the runway 200' AGL, we noticed that the plane was actually flipped upside down on the runway.
Obviously the instructor took over and landed the plane, the first thing i noticed is that it was a tail wheel plane and the cabin had to be smashed to get the pilot out.
The pilot walked away and i guess had to go to hospital due to neck complaints but yeah there is my story, thats really sticks out in my mind.
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Overflying YKTN to join circuit my instructor and myself noticed a plane half way down and half way off the RWY and not moving. We flew down and did a Precautionary search and Landing leg over the runway 200' AGL, we noticed that the plane was actually flipped upside down on the runway.
Obviously the instructor took over and landed the plane, the first thing i noticed is that it was a tail wheel plane and the cabin had to be smashed to get the pilot out.
The pilot walked away and i guess had to go to hospital due to neck complaints but yeah there is my story, thats really sticks out in my mind.
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You can't torque a plastic cap!
If I owned a $500k aircraft that was totalled and me and my passenger died because a mechanic or engine shop or fitter fit a 50c plastic cap instead of the proper metal one, heads would roll!
If I owned a $500k aircraft that was totalled and me and my passenger died because a mechanic or engine shop or fitter fit a 50c plastic cap instead of the proper metal one, heads would roll!
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Well i think the cap was already cracked after swinging over and smashing against the RWY the pilot managed to climb out from the hole and i climbed in to recover his personal accessories. If you doubt it fine im not going to argue with you..... but im just telling you what happened.
If anyone knows any further info can you please let me know all i remember about the pilot is he was from Lillydale aerodrome
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Well i think the cap was already cracked after swinging over and smashing against the RWY the pilot managed to climb out from the hole and i climbed in to recover his personal accessories. If you doubt it fine im not going to argue with you..... but im just telling you what happened.
If anyone knows any further info can you please let me know all i remember about the pilot is he was from Lillydale aerodrome
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True, I'm also wondering what drugs Junior is on!
I was referring to the plastic cap screwed onto the fuel system. Perhaps JNR is talking about the Jabiru that went down.
I was referring to the plastic cap screwed onto the fuel system. Perhaps JNR is talking about the Jabiru that went down.
Whale Oil Beef Hooked (said with slurred Irish Accent)
Jabiru have just released a service bulletin to upgrade J160's.
It's mandatory for aircraft being used for airwork.
http://www.auf.asn.au/airworthiness/JSB016-1.pdf
There you go Bankstown operators, do your best to overheat them now!
Jabiru have just released a service bulletin to upgrade J160's.
It's mandatory for aircraft being used for airwork.
http://www.auf.asn.au/airworthiness/JSB016-1.pdf
There you go Bankstown operators, do your best to overheat them now!
