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Forum: Private Flying
31st Dec 2012, 12:36
Replies: 7
Views: 1,718
Posted By dan_vector

Hi Darren, I had the same quandary a few...

Hi Darren,

I had the same quandary a few years ago and I quickly realized that there was little point in doing the NPPL over the PPL unless there was a medical reason for doing so. If you can pass...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Aug 2012, 15:27
Replies: 13
Views: 2,132
Posted By dan_vector

Thruxton have Cougar GA7 twin for hire.

Thruxton have Cougar GA7 twin for hire.
Forum: Private Flying
30th Jul 2012, 21:28
Replies: 41
Views: 4,872
Posted By dan_vector

AFAIK you can only log as follows: PUT -...

AFAIK you can only log as follows:

PUT - Dual training with instructor sat next to you.
P1 or PIC - any solo flight time
PICUS - SUCCESSFUL flight test (PUT if failed test)

Hope that helps.
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
1st Jul 2012, 16:56
Replies: 8
Views: 2,491
Posted By dan_vector

Air Nav Pro is ok and relatively inexpensive for...

Air Nav Pro is ok and relatively inexpensive for UK VFR flying.

You could also try Runway HD which is Aware's new piece of software it's free to download and use vector mapping - works quite...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Jun 2012, 20:08
Replies: 4
Views: 1,508
Posted By dan_vector

Hi Rob, I hope you're enjoying the training so...

Hi Rob, I hope you're enjoying the training so far? Welcome to the club....

Shoreham is a lovely place to fly from - I have flown in there several times recently and had a very pleasant stroll...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Jun 2012, 19:51
Replies: 20
Views: 24,595
Posted By dan_vector

I used AirNav Pro for a while before skydemon...

I used AirNav Pro for a while before skydemon came along on the iPad 1 and it was really slow to redraw the map - I upgraded to the iPad 2 and the performance became much much better. I think poor...
Forum: Private Flying
30th May 2012, 06:51
Replies: 5
Views: 1,121
Posted By dan_vector

Congratulations!! Enjoy your new 'licence to...

Congratulations!! Enjoy your new 'licence to learn!'.
Forum: Private Flying
19th May 2012, 18:02
Replies: 21
Views: 7,900
Posted By dan_vector

Have you tried calculating it using the...

Have you tried calculating it using the performance charts from the POH?
Forum: Private Flying
19th May 2012, 17:58
Replies: 5
Views: 1,978
Posted By dan_vector

Yes, your instructor should explain what to log...

Yes, your instructor should explain what to log after each flight. However basically flight time (brakes off to brakes on) with instructor is logged dual and flight time solo is logged P1. You'll not...
Forum: Private Flying
15th May 2012, 20:49
Replies: 8
Views: 2,724
Posted By dan_vector

I agree with the post above. Ditch/sell the...

I agree with the post above. Ditch/sell the Garmin and the Aware buy an iPad and use Skydemon. You really won't regret it.
Forum: Private Flying
11th May 2012, 06:28
Replies: 20
Views: 24,595
Posted By dan_vector

No need for a PC you can administer your SD...

No need for a PC you can administer your SD account from the Skydemon.aero website and use only the iPad App or the web.skydemon.aero web based app for the mac.
Forum: Private Flying
9th Apr 2012, 09:15
Replies: 52
Views: 12,652
Posted By dan_vector

Peter, the gns 5870 advertise 10 hrs battery...

Peter, the gns 5870 advertise 10 hrs battery life. I've flown a 6 hour round trip with it and it was still going strong so I would believe you could get 8-10 hrs on a charge out of it easily.
Forum: Private Flying
8th Apr 2012, 21:47
Replies: 52
Views: 12,652
Posted By dan_vector

Maxred. Yes an ipad2 coupled with gns 5870 works...

Maxred. Yes an ipad2 coupled with gns 5870 works perfectly with skydemon or air nav pro. I don't believe the ipad3 is worth the extra money unless your into gaming on the iPad. The performance...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Apr 2012, 09:04
Replies: 52
Views: 12,652
Posted By dan_vector

Peter, I too have the GNS 5870. Yes it is the one...

Peter, I too have the GNS 5870. Yes it is the one that you need to swipe to turn on/off however I haven't had the issue you mention about it turning on in my flight bag. It also comes with a...
Forum: Medical & Health
2nd Apr 2012, 06:50
Replies: 1,771
Views: 462,961
Posted By dan_vector

Yes there is hope! I have 3.5 astigmatism and was...

Yes there is hope! I have 3.5 astigmatism and was granted an initial class 2 after having a scan for keracatonus. I was then issued a medical with deviation from JAR requirements. Once I passed the...
Forum: Private Flying
31st Mar 2012, 19:22
Replies: 9
Views: 1,080
Posted By dan_vector

Thanks very much

Thanks very much
Forum: Private Flying
31st Mar 2012, 18:39
Replies: 9
Views: 1,080
Posted By dan_vector

Peter, just out of interest what was your routing...

Peter, just out of interest what was your routing there?
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Mar 2012, 08:04
Replies: 8
Views: 2,100
Posted By dan_vector

PilotLog - The Online Log Book for Professional...

PilotLog - The Online Log Book for Professional Pilots (http://www.pilotlog.co.uk)
Forum: Private Flying
19th Mar 2012, 08:20
Replies: 11
Views: 4,183
Posted By dan_vector

Sky demon is by far the best planning and...

Sky demon is by far the best planning and navigation app for the iPad. It is about £180 initially including the Nav upgrade then about £80 a year subscription (you can sign up for a 30-day trial...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Mar 2012, 20:29
Replies: 13
Views: 3,278
Posted By dan_vector

I have a paper logbook as well that is really the...

I have a paper logbook as well that is really the master with all the important signatures etc. The digital logbook is used as a backup and to more easily track recency, validity and for ease of...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Mar 2012, 18:39
Replies: 13
Views: 3,278
Posted By dan_vector

I like the logbook provided by PilotLog - The...

I like the logbook provided by PilotLog - The Online Log Book for Professional Pilots (http://www.pilotlog.co.uk)

Although it is probably aimed for professional pilots there is a 'lite' version...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Mar 2012, 18:37
Replies: 8
Views: 4,500
Posted By dan_vector

You can hold a PPL without the FRTOL but without...

You can hold a PPL without the FRTOL but without the FRTOL you will be unable to use the aircraft radios to communicate as you will be un radio licenced.

You can take a skills test either before...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Feb 2012, 12:28
Replies: 12
Views: 1,405
Posted By dan_vector

I did my PPL from August 2010 - August 2011...

I did my PPL from August 2010 - August 2011 (exactly 1 year!) and looking at my logbook it seems I had fewest flights between February and April and can recall most of the cancellations I had during...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Jan 2012, 22:22
Replies: 6
Views: 3,849
Posted By dan_vector

AFAIK all of the APM volumes have some practice...

AFAIK all of the APM volumes have some practice exam questions in the back of the book. For practice questions though the PPL Confuser or PPL Perfecter books are far better.

All of the APM books...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Jan 2012, 10:35
Replies: 33
Views: 5,005
Posted By dan_vector

I had a fantastic day!! Took the trusty PA28 from...

I had a fantastic day!! Took the trusty PA28 from Compton Abbas to Manchester Barton and back. Beautiful conditions with the patchy low lying fog early morning. 3.5hrs flying mainly up at 5,800ft...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Dec 2011, 12:22
Replies: 75
Views: 11,428
Posted By dan_vector

Great book!! Thanks!!

Great book!! Thanks!!
Forum: Private Flying
29th Dec 2011, 23:37
Replies: 75
Views: 11,428
Posted By dan_vector

PM sent sounds great fun!!

PM sent sounds great fun!!
Forum: Private Flying
21st Dec 2011, 10:40
Replies: 44
Views: 6,093
Posted By dan_vector

Angel Hi there. Congrats on your PPL. My first...

Hi there. Congrats on your PPL. My first passengers were my parents. It was a fantastic feeling to finally share your passion for flying with them!!

I am looking at doing a night qualification at...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Nov 2011, 07:09
Replies: 30
Views: 12,978
Posted By dan_vector

Yep, an iPad version is on its way. That's what...

Yep, an iPad version is on its way. That's what I've been waiting for!
Forum: Private Flying
7th Sep 2011, 19:29
Replies: 12
Views: 1,800
Posted By dan_vector

Air law before first solo is not a legal...

Air law before first solo is not a legal requirement it is just down to the particular school concerned.
Forum: Private Flying
5th Sep 2011, 20:35
Replies: 17
Views: 1,851
Posted By dan_vector

Sounds like an EMC issue to me. Poor grounding of...

Sounds like an EMC issue to me. Poor grounding of the electrical equipment on the aircraft causing potential differences between them. It could also be something simple like a poor ground plane...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Sep 2011, 17:36
Replies: 12
Views: 1,800
Posted By dan_vector

Yep. 60 mins, 40 questions and 75% pass mark.

Yep. 60 mins, 40 questions and 75% pass mark.
Forum: Private Flying
24th Aug 2011, 12:15
Replies: 1,126
Views: 638,710
Posted By dan_vector

Hi. I'm a recent PPL(A) license holder that would...

Hi. I'm a recent PPL(A) license holder that would like to cost share flights from Compton Abbas, thruxton, popham, Exeter, dunkeswell or anywhere in between! Looking to build hours and experience....
Forum: Private Flying
18th Aug 2011, 22:59
Replies: 23
Views: 4,077
Posted By dan_vector

Hi, No you can't. LASORS section B paragraph...

Hi,

No you can't. LASORS section B paragraph B1.1 refers.

"The FRTOL does not entitle the holder to operate a radio station which is installed anywhere other than an aircraft"
Forum: Private Flying
18th Aug 2011, 22:48
Replies: 40
Views: 5,353
Posted By dan_vector

Hi there. I've recently just passed the skills...

Hi there. I've recently just passed the skills test and know what hours and hours of circuits feels like! But as others have said there does seem to be something going awry.

It is time to make an...
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