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Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Jan 2014, 07:30
Replies: 27
Views: 5,010
Posted By philipnz

My family holidayed at that beach for the best...

My family holidayed at that beach for the best part of my childhood and I know it really well. At low tide the sand is hard packed and good enough to launch a boat from anywhere.

High tide that...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
8th May 2011, 20:27
Replies: 38
Views: 6,834
Posted By philipnz

Yes, it PLUMETTED, it's serious Passengers...

Yes, it PLUMETTED, it's serious

Passengers shriek and sob as plane plummets | Stuff.co.nz (http://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/new-zealand/4976975/Passengers-shriek-and-sob-as-plane-plummets)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Jan 2011, 19:54
Replies: 24
Views: 11,147
Posted By philipnz

Pic I took yesterday. You can see from the roads...

Pic I took yesterday. You can see from the roads that there is no long-term future for the airfield in it's current location.
http://www.sundreamer.co.nz/matarangi.jpg
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
8th Dec 2009, 05:00
Replies: 138
Views: 30,348
Posted By philipnz

Interesting as the CAA report says there was 1...

Interesting as the CAA report says there was 1 pob.

http://www.caa.govt.nz/Weekly_Accident_Reports/Accidents_registered_to_07_Dec_09.pdf
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Nov 2009, 21:07
Replies: 14
Views: 3,045
Posted By philipnz

Yes, it was ZK-MAD, very sad Second fatal...

Yes, it was ZK-MAD, very sad

Second fatal plane crash a mystery - national | Stuff.co.nz (http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/3064925/Second-fatal-plane-crash-a-mystery)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
4th May 2009, 01:36
Replies: 22
Views: 2,278
Posted By philipnz

Taumaranui is a very scenic place to fly into. No...

Taumaranui is a very scenic place to fly into. No coffee but a beautiful strip.

In a similar vein Stratford is nice

Raglan and Pauanui have the closest cafe's. Waihi Beach cafe has closed but...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Mar 2009, 00:54
Replies: 19
Views: 1,909
Posted By philipnz

When my Remos arrived, it was required and was...

When my Remos arrived, it was required and was flown by a test pilot/instructor for the first two hours. After that was done the engineer present made a small change to the ASI and the instructor...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Mar 2009, 23:14
Replies: 253
Views: 79,927
Posted By philipnz

There's only one lesson here. Don't take the law...

There's only one lesson here. Don't take the law into your own hands :(
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
3rd Mar 2009, 07:20
Replies: 221
Views: 46,000
Posted By philipnz

Sail-World.com : The World's strangest yacht club...

Sail-World.com : The World's strangest yacht club to sail again (http://www.sail-world.com/NZ/The-Worlds-strangest-yacht-club-to-sail-again/54354)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
18th Feb 2009, 11:12
Replies: 12
Views: 1,833
Posted By philipnz

The full story. Great read and pictures AOPA...

The full story. Great read and pictures
AOPA Pilot Magazine - March 2008 (http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/aopa/pilot0308/index.php?startpage=142)
Forum: Private Flying
13th Feb 2009, 19:23
Replies: 89
Views: 9,312
Posted By philipnz

You shouldn't paint composite aircraft dark...

You shouldn't paint composite aircraft dark colours if used in warm climates
Forum: Private Flying
13th Feb 2009, 07:33
Replies: 89
Views: 9,312
Posted By philipnz

I use a Zaon XRX and swear by it but it does have...

I use a Zaon XRX and swear by it but it does have it's limitations

Firstly of course it relys on other aircraft having their transponder on and it amazing how many GA aircraft you see in TM zones...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
5th Feb 2009, 05:30
Replies: 59
Views: 10,890
Posted By philipnz

L-29.Org - Latest News (http://www.l-29.org/) ...

L-29.Org - Latest News (http://www.l-29.org/)

Lots of good stuff there in the manuals including little gems like reccommended strip length 3000feet and spool-up time from idle 14 seconds....
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
4th Feb 2009, 19:19
Replies: 59
Views: 10,890
Posted By philipnz

back on topic :}

back on topic :}
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
3rd Feb 2009, 09:32
Replies: 8
Views: 1,824
Posted By philipnz

These guys have served me well Downunder Pilot...

These guys have served me well
Downunder Pilot Shop NZ Shop Here For Downunder Pilot Shop (http://www.downunderpilotshop.co.nz/home.php)

Theres also a pilot shop at Ardmore Airport
Flight...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
29th Jan 2009, 00:02
Replies: 7
Views: 1,047
Posted By philipnz

A helicopter went mangrove clearing at...

A helicopter went mangrove clearing at Waitakaruru on the 25th. That could well be it

reported here

http://www.pprune.org/rotorheads/359396-helo-crash-nz.html
Forum: Private Flying
28th Jan 2009, 18:57
Replies: 41
Views: 24,735
Posted By philipnz

http://www.hartal.co.nz/tiedown.jpg

http://www.hartal.co.nz/tiedown.jpg
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Jan 2009, 21:07
Replies: 9
Views: 1,604
Posted By philipnz

Thomas the Tank Engine tried that once too

Thomas the Tank Engine tried that once too
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Jan 2009, 20:32
Replies: 9
Views: 1,604
Posted By philipnz

I notice the Cessna that ditched off Ruakaka...

I notice the Cessna that ditched off Ruakaka never made it into the weekly reports either. In fact the only incident reports relate to a handful of helicopters.
Forum: Private Flying
10th Jan 2009, 22:26
Replies: 64
Views: 9,060
Posted By philipnz

Most of NZ's local strips are grass and some are...

Most of NZ's local strips are grass and some are like billard tables. I prefer them as it's easier on the tyres and a little more forgiving in a crosswind. Even at Ardmore, I always takeoff on the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
4th Dec 2008, 02:18
Replies: 4
Views: 1,018
Posted By philipnz

more info and pics here ...

more info and pics here
http://nzcivair.blog(delete this bit)spot.com/
Forum: Private Flying
1st Dec 2008, 21:46
Replies: 24
Views: 6,087
Posted By philipnz

I have one in my Remos and very pleased with it....

I have one in my Remos and very pleased with it. Every little bit helps when you fly out of NZ's busiest airport, Ardmore
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
16th Nov 2008, 21:46
Replies: 32
Views: 4,017
Posted By philipnz

Yes James, agree, do it yourself. I bought...

Yes James, agree, do it yourself.

I bought my aircraft ELT back in March from a high profile local agent. They said they would register it for me and I filled out a form they faxed to me and sent...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
16th Nov 2008, 19:05
Replies: 32
Views: 4,017
Posted By philipnz

I've got two. A fixed Kannad Compact in my Remos...

I've got two. A fixed Kannad Compact in my Remos LSA and a handheld Kannad XS-3 in my yacht. As mentioned, it's been illegal to fly without one in NZ since 30th June
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Nov 2008, 22:40
Replies: 39
Views: 7,053
Posted By philipnz

Yeah well done to the recovery guys. RIP Morgan...

Yeah well done to the recovery guys. RIP Morgan and condolences to the very honourable Saxton family
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Oct 2008, 07:41
Replies: 32
Views: 4,352
Posted By philipnz

However the breach has to have been a causual...

However the breach has to have been a causual factor in the accident. i.e. the carrying of a passenger probably does not make the engine ice up. (if that were the case) (however the distraction of a...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Sep 2008, 04:46
Replies: 9
Views: 987
Posted By philipnz

Fly Te Kowhai - Aircraft...

Fly Te Kowhai - Aircraft (http://www.flytekowhai.co.nz/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=22&Itemid=62)

built by the school and still used for training
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
16th Sep 2008, 22:34
Replies: 13
Views: 1,658
Posted By philipnz

Is this it? ...

Is this it?
http://www.caa.govt.nz/Weekly_Accident_Reports/Accidents_registered_to_15_Sep_08.pdf
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Sep 2008, 00:44
Replies: 92
Views: 13,748
Posted By philipnz

It doesn't sound very good Light plane...

It doesn't sound very good

Light plane Cesna 206 three missing in Hunter Valley | The Daily Telegraph (http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,24346703-5001021,00.html)

Crap...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Sep 2008, 06:36
Replies: 8
Views: 1,169
Posted By philipnz

and in 2006 ...

and in 2006
http://www.taic.org.nz/AviationReports/tabid/78/ctl/Detail/mid/482/InvNumber/2006-002/Page/1/Default.aspx?SkinSrc=[G]skins%2ftaicAviation%2fskin_aviation
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Aug 2008, 08:21
Replies: 132
Views: 33,541
Posted By philipnz

Well someone has their wires crossed. SMH says...

Well someone has their wires crossed. SMH says the plane that landed was the one with the tail damage.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
1st Aug 2008, 21:55
Replies: 55
Views: 30,670
Posted By philipnz

Another one,

Another one,
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
10th Jul 2008, 02:37
Replies: 16
Views: 1,247
Posted By philipnz

Not even time for a flypast I'm afraid

Not even time for a flypast I'm afraid
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th Jul 2008, 05:18
Replies: 5
Views: 979
Posted By philipnz

Well it's a week now, is everyone legal, how many...

Well it's a week now, is everyone legal, how many grounded?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Jun 2008, 21:51
Replies: 4
Views: 828
Posted By philipnz

I'm getting a great view of it. Fell and broke my...

I'm getting a great view of it. Fell and broke my back in 2 places sunday so i'm in Waikato Hospital with a window seat (bed)

no spinal cord damage and i'm home today in a brace for many weeks of...
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