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Forum: Private Flying
7th May 2016, 14:39
Replies: 9
Views: 4,605
Posted By rmdr2

Thank you all... Ancient Geek - any...

Thank you all...

Ancient Geek - any recommendations on specialists?
Forum: Private Flying
5th May 2016, 15:57
Replies: 9
Views: 4,605
Posted By rmdr2

Importing an aircraft from SA or USA into UK. Advice?

Hi all!

I'm looking to buy an aircraft (C182/C206/C210, probably), and the most attractive ones at this point in time appear to be in either the USA or South Africa. However, i suspect that...
Forum: Private Flying
17th Apr 2016, 15:04
Replies: 1
Views: 1,028
Posted By rmdr2

Continental O-520 series engine overhauls in the UK?

Hi all

I'm not an aircraft owner yet, but I hope to be soon...

Most of the aircraft I'm looking at have Continental O-520 series engines. Given that the engine is typically the expensive bit, I...
Forum: Private Flying
17th Apr 2016, 14:24
Replies: 11
Views: 3,064
Posted By rmdr2

Thank you all! Much appreciated!

Thank you all! Much appreciated!
Forum: Private Flying
17th Apr 2016, 14:21
Replies: 5
Views: 1,784
Posted By rmdr2

Thank you all! Much appreciated!

Thank you all! Much appreciated!
Forum: Private Flying
14th Apr 2016, 12:02
Replies: 5
Views: 1,784
Posted By rmdr2

calling all Bonanza or BE55 Baron owners in UK

All

I'm interested in purchasing a late 80's/early 90's Bonanza to keep in the UK (Scotland/North England). Having never owned one, I'd welcome any advice on the on-going running costs to keep a...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Apr 2016, 21:55
Replies: 11
Views: 3,064
Posted By rmdr2

how to buy an aircraft?

Hi all

I am looking for advice on 'how to buy an aircraft'. Clearly, a very big topic, with no simple answer.... but any gems of advice gratefully received.

My research on the choice of...
Forum: North America
2nd Sep 2015, 18:22
Replies: 307
Views: 295,397
Posted By rmdr2

Chaps and chapesses! I currently have: ...

Chaps and chapesses!

I currently have:

(i) Total time 600+hrs
(ii) EASA PPL & UK CAA IMC national rating (30 hours logged instrument time)
(iii) An FAA licence (issued "on the basis of" my...
Forum: Private Flying
24th Aug 2014, 16:19
Replies: 7
Views: 4,823
Posted By rmdr2

Thank you all!! Much appreciated!

Thank you all!! Much appreciated!
Forum: Private Flying
4th Aug 2014, 20:28
Replies: 7
Views: 4,823
Posted By rmdr2

Kirknewton flying group - contact?

Chaps

I'm looking to make contact with someone who flies GA out of RAF Kirknewton...

I'm interest in buying a part share or putting a group together to buy an aircraft to position there
...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Jan 2014, 20:47
Replies: 17
Views: 4,759
Posted By rmdr2

All! Many thanks for your replies! Much...

All!

Many thanks for your replies! Much appreciated!

Particular thanks to BN2A - hilarious!! Makes me look forward to flying it!

rmdr2
Forum: Private Flying
8th Jan 2014, 20:31
Replies: 17
Views: 4,759
Posted By rmdr2

Check ride in a BN2 Islander?

Chaps

I have been offered the use of a BN2 Islander for a bush flying holiday with friends and family. However, due to the location, and the absence of a suitably qualified pilot to perform a...
Forum: African Aviation
27th Oct 2013, 21:04
Replies: 7
Views: 3,308
Posted By rmdr2

Thanks CavortingCheetah! You surmised...

Thanks CavortingCheetah!

You surmised correctly. I am somewhat light on twin-time. About 75hrs on a Baron. However, the majority of those hours were short-field high-altitude flying in...
Forum: African Aviation
26th Oct 2013, 17:33
Replies: 7
Views: 3,308
Posted By rmdr2

Self-fly safari companies with a twin. Any recommendations?

Hi there

I'm a UK-based private pilot interested in organising a self-fly safari in 2014. I’m also looking to build multi time in the process.

If there are folk out there who can recommend a...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Oct 2013, 20:58
Replies: 0
Views: 697
Posted By rmdr2

Looking to build multi time - global recommendations?

Chaps

Faced with the difficulty of finding a multi-engined aircraft near my home in Edinburgh on which I can build some multi-time, I have decided that it might be better if I widened my search to...
Forum: Private Flying
29th Sep 2013, 11:38
Replies: 6
Views: 1,370
Posted By rmdr2

Thanks chaps That's my experience too......

Thanks chaps

That's my experience too... nothing happening in the UK...

If there are any privately-owned multi's out there that might consider allowing me to fly 30hrs or so, please PM me.
...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Sep 2013, 19:23
Replies: 6
Views: 1,370
Posted By rmdr2

Looking to build time on a twin near Edinburgh - recommendations

Chaps

I'm trying to find a multi-engine aircraft on which to build hours. So far, not having much luck finding one.

I am Edinburgh-based, but I am prepared to travel - within reason.

If...
Forum: Private Flying
7th Aug 2013, 17:41
Replies: 19
Views: 1,718
Posted By rmdr2

Lunch & AvGas between Edinburgh and N.London - Recommendations

Chaps

I'm planning on flying down from Scotland to N. London next month. Will need to pick up some AvGas on the way, as well as a spot of lunch and coffee.

Likely to remain coastal for most...
Forum: North America
1st Aug 2013, 12:24
Replies: 6
Views: 3,689
Posted By rmdr2

PPL/CPL/Multi IR exam prep books - recommendations?

Chaps

I have a JAR PPL (for 10years) but I'm looking to obtain a full (stand alone) FAA CPL/Multi IR. I have the learning material, but was wondering if anyone could recommend books for FAA exam...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Aug 2013, 12:17
Replies: 2
Views: 1,316
Posted By rmdr2

Garmin 496 replacement battery - Cameron Sino?

Chaps

the battery on my Garmin 496 is on its way out. While I was looking for a replacement (c. £50 for a garmin original), i noticed lots of non-Garmin alternatives for about one half/third of...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Jun 2013, 15:13
Replies: 11
Views: 2,217
Posted By rmdr2

Where to land for Giant's Causway, NI?

Chaps

Planning on a weekender from Dundee to an airfield near the Giant's Causway. Can anyone recommend an airfield nearby that allows for any legal requirements (i.e. Special Branch...
Forum: Canada
9th Oct 2011, 12:55
Replies: 4
Views: 3,808
Posted By rmdr2

Toronto/Montreal - flight school recommendation for Instrument Rating?

I am a UK-based pilot (with a TC PPL multi) wanting to gain my instrument rating (multi). I am looking for a flight school in either the Toronto or Montreal catchment areas. Obvious criteria apply:...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Aug 2011, 13:00
Replies: 7
Views: 2,617
Posted By rmdr2

Landing on the beach at Barra, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

All

Thinking of taking a bog standard C172 to Barra for a day trip. Any of you chaps have any top tips/warnings about the landing surface there?

rmdr2
Forum: Private Flying
28th Jun 2011, 08:15
Replies: 25
Views: 3,852
Posted By rmdr2

Thanks fellas! You wouldn't be able to...

Thanks fellas!

You wouldn't be able to point me to the relevant documents/sections in the regulations would you? Seems to me that I should properly familiarise myself with the rules...
...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Jun 2011, 21:29
Replies: 25
Views: 3,852
Posted By rmdr2

Kit built aircraft and leasing them to flying clubs

All

I am thinking of joining the ranks of aircraft ownership and am looking for some advice. I am trying to do it in a cost effective way, and my experience is that most of the club aircraft I fly...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Sep 2010, 21:12
Replies: 8
Views: 1,108
Posted By rmdr2

Where to find cheap fuel in the Shetland/Orkney Isles?

Chaps/Chapesses

About to fly up to the Shetland/Orkney isles on a little cross country. I have heard horror stories about fuel prices. Anyone have a recommendation of a place to refuel in that...
Forum: Canada
11th Sep 2010, 17:30
Replies: 2
Views: 912
Posted By rmdr2

Good point: - here's the skinny 400hrs total...

Good point: - here's the skinny

400hrs total time
42hrs multi time (Baron BE55)
UK (JAR), Canadian (TC), Australian (CASA) & USA (FAA) PPL (A)
Night ratings for all 4 PPL’s
UK IMC rating
Forum: Canada
11th Sep 2010, 13:14
Replies: 2
Views: 912
Posted By rmdr2

Looking to rent cabin class twin in North America – recommendations?

Fellow pilots

I am looking for a flight school/club (or even a willing private owner) anywhere in North America who has an entry-level cabin class twin that I can rent.

I am looking...
Forum: North America
11th Sep 2010, 12:46
Replies: 1
Views: 646
Posted By rmdr2

Looking to rent cabin class twin in North America – recommendations?

Fellow pilots

I am looking for a flight school/club (or even a willing private owner) anywhere in North America who has an entry-level cabin class twin that I can rent.

I am looking...
Forum: Tech Log
16th Jul 2010, 11:49
Replies: 7
Views: 2,781
Posted By rmdr2

Thanks fellas!! Much appreciated. ...

Thanks fellas!!

Much appreciated.

Noted on the slippery nature of the beast.

I have read a couple of stories of the FADEC suddenly reducing power to about 65% on a long climb, but then...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Jul 2010, 17:19
Replies: 3
Views: 6,800
Posted By rmdr2

Advice required: Introduction to FADEC in the Diamond DA40

Chaps

About to undertake differences training in a Diamond DA40. This will be my first time flying with a FADEC.

Any of you out there know of any educational primers on the use of FADEC in...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jul 2010, 16:50
Replies: 7
Views: 2,781
Posted By rmdr2

Huh? more so than any other single tank (at a...

Huh? more so than any other single tank (at a time) fed system
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jul 2010, 14:07
Replies: 7
Views: 2,781
Posted By rmdr2

Introduction to FADEC in the Diamond DA40?

Chaps

About to undertake differences training in a Diamond DA40. This will be my first time flying with a FADEC.

Any of you out there know of any educational primers on the use of FADEC in...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Mar 2010, 17:20
Replies: 1
Views: 1,213
Posted By rmdr2

Looking for pilots/aircraft based in Kirknewton, West Lothian

Hi Folks

I am looking to rent an aircraft within an easy commute from Edinburgh.

I have previously rented out of Glenrothes, so I am aware of this option.

I have called the flying club at...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Nov 2009, 15:06
Replies: 2
Views: 660
Posted By rmdr2

Where to rent GA around Edinburgh?

Hi Folks

I am looking to rent an aircraft within an easy commute from Edinburgh.

I have previously rented out of Glenrothes, so I am aware of this option.

I have called the flying club at...
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