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Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
22nd Nov 2011, 21:30
Replies: 11
Views: 1,816
Posted By steveking

Oops, sorry about that Ghengis I missed the joint...

Oops, sorry about that Ghengis I missed the joint owned bit.

Is it a group or just 2 owners. Do you think 4.1 in that AIC is suggesting that there may be an option depending on the way they sort...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
22nd Nov 2011, 21:12
Replies: 11
Views: 1,816
Posted By steveking

Have you seen the AIC W-001-2011 FLYING TRAINING...

Have you seen the AIC W-001-2011 FLYING TRAINING AND FLYING TESTS IN PRIVATE AIRCRAFT.

Also I'm sure it was on the front cover of a recent LAA mag that someone had just done their full NPPL in an...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Mar 2011, 06:54
Replies: 262
Views: 38,669
Posted By steveking

We have 3 microlight schools at Damyns Hall. A...

We have 3 microlight schools at Damyns Hall. A lot of them don't have transponders. I wonder if non transponding aircraft will be allowed to fly.
Forum: Private Flying
28th Jan 2011, 19:57
Replies: 104
Views: 28,193
Posted By steveking

I think ATC software automatically adjust FL into...

I think ATC software automatically adjust FL into QNH where needed.
Forum: Private Flying
24th Nov 2010, 10:06
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By steveking

Today being one of them. Looks lovely outside.

Today being one of them. Looks lovely outside.
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Nov 2010, 18:48
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By steveking

I think I was able to catch the odd days during...

I think I was able to catch the odd days during the week as well but I just had a look in my logbook and I done most of my stuff during the winter.

first solo was 23 october
x country was 5...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Oct 2010, 18:59
Replies: 82
Views: 13,593
Posted By steveking

The sports cruiser isn't the only one to go up in...

The sports cruiser isn't the only one to go up in price. C42 and I had a deposit on a TL Sting in 2006 and at the time they were £39k. Now they are £65k. I know the euro rate was a lot to do with...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Oct 2010, 15:08
Replies: 82
Views: 13,593
Posted By steveking

Rod 1 I went from a Rotax machine to an RV...

Rod 1

I went from a Rotax machine to an RV and there is no getting away from it the fuel bill goes up. Having said that if you can afford the extra they are great fun.

I'm sure you know this...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Oct 2010, 19:23
Replies: 82
Views: 13,593
Posted By steveking

I did a couple of hours in my friends new cruiser...

I did a couple of hours in my friends new cruiser last week. I have flown them before but only for about 20mins here and there so was nice to a bit longer in one. At one point I was very close to...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Aug 2010, 20:31
Replies: 17
Views: 2,866
Posted By steveking

Bilbo, I've sent you a PM.

Bilbo,

I've sent you a PM.
Forum: Private Flying
15th Aug 2010, 17:01
Replies: 17
Views: 2,866
Posted By steveking

I operate from Damyns Hall. Buisness as usual...

I operate from Damyns Hall. Buisness as usual there. I know it says PPR but it's pretty relaxed. It's air to ground so blind calls but there is plenty of training going on so you'll probably get a...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Aug 2010, 20:12
Replies: 45
Views: 11,236
Posted By steveking

Very interesting post. I have an RV6 which is...

Very interesting post. I have an RV6 which is well equipped including a full 2 axis auto pilot linked to the GPS. I recently completed the IMC course and can now fly VFR on top quite legally in it....
Forum: Private Flying
19th Mar 2010, 22:24
Replies: 92
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Views: 11,053
Posted By steveking

I recently completed the IMCR and thought it was...

I recently completed the IMCR and thought it was a great course. I mainly fly a permit aircraft so for me to be VFR on top I need holes both ends of the journey but netherless the additional VFR...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Feb 2010, 17:49
Replies: 41
Views: 5,904
Posted By steveking

Don't think the RV will compete with a rotax...

Don't think the RV will compete with a rotax machine for houly costs but here goes,

My RV6

150 kts for about 28-30 ltrs an hour. 24inMP 2400RPM is just over 165 kts at 2000 feet but then...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Jan 2010, 18:57
Replies: 74
Views: 96,631
Posted By steveking

Seymour, Your always welcome to pop into...

Seymour,

Your always welcome to pop into Damyns Hall to see my brothers C42, I'm sure he'd take you for a spin. Its quite different to a 152. It was so cheap to run I done 275 hours in it in just...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Jan 2010, 14:53
Replies: 74
Views: 96,631
Posted By steveking

Seymour Have you been in a C42 yet?

Seymour

Have you been in a C42 yet?
Forum: Private Flying
6th Jan 2010, 17:01
Replies: 17
Views: 2,210
Posted By steveking

A visit to Valance strip gets you about as close...

A visit to Valance strip gets you about as close as you can get. ATC were very helpfull. On departure you even have to contact Gatwick ground. Good fun. The photo was taken climbing out from Valance...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Jan 2010, 16:26
Replies: 41
Views: 6,377
Posted By steveking

Imagine if the RV10 ever got IFR clearance. I'm...

Imagine if the RV10 ever got IFR clearance. I'm sure sales would go through the roof.
Forum: Private Flying
5th Jan 2010, 16:23
Replies: 20
Views: 2,733
Posted By steveking

Thanks all I have been through France a few...

Thanks all

I have been through France a few times and know that in reality especially weekends going through these restricted areas is not a problem however when I go to Braga it will be for just...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Jan 2010, 13:22
Replies: 20
Views: 2,733
Posted By steveking

Pace Sorry for slight drift but I'm...

Pace

Sorry for slight drift but I'm planning on going to Braga in Portugal this summer stopping at San Sabastian. The area going past Cazaux looks very restricted. I have been past this way once...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jan 2010, 19:22
Replies: 74
Views: 96,631
Posted By steveking

I know its not all about fuel but how about this....

I know its not all about fuel but how about this.

I used to fly my C42 from Damyns hall to L2K a fair bit and if I flew at 85kts which is about 16 ltrs an hour L2K was about an hour. Thats there...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jan 2010, 15:30
Replies: 74
Views: 96,631
Posted By steveking

A couple of photos of the C42 to get you going....

A couple of photos of the C42 to get you going. Simple and great fun to fly.





http://i560.photobucket.com/albums/ss48/steveking_photos/C42/337.jpg
...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Jan 2010, 21:25
Replies: 74
Views: 96,631
Posted By steveking

I've done over 250 hours in a C42. Fantastic...

I've done over 250 hours in a C42. Fantastic machine. Similar cruise speeds to the 152 but take off and landing performance is much better. Loads of room. 90kts is about 17 ltrs an hour. Really great...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Dec 2009, 19:42
Replies: 34
Views: 10,976
Posted By steveking

Smile E Harding Wow 120 Ltrs an hour. Only going...

E Harding

Wow 120 Ltrs an hour. Only going on what my friend has said. He has the 400hp engine as well. Must admit he hasn't got into any heavy areos yet.

Sounds like we best get a bigger...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Dec 2009, 19:35
Replies: 34
Views: 10,976
Posted By steveking

If you are serious about one it would be well...

If you are serious about one it would be well worth a call to Mark at little Gransden to chat about them. My knowledge is just in passing. I think the oil burn rate is dependant on if you are doing...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Dec 2009, 18:43
Replies: 34
Views: 10,976
Posted By steveking

A friend of mine has just bought one. He paid a...

A friend of mine has just bought one. He paid a little more than that but it is a very nice one. I did try to get him to get an RV and I almost convinced him but at the last minuite he decided on the...
Forum: Private Flying
20th Dec 2009, 19:59
Replies: 33
Views: 7,866
Posted By steveking

I've had the 296 and now the 496 in my RV6. Both...

I've had the 296 and now the 496 in my RV6. Both are great and I am really at ease with their functions. The unit also drives my autopilot perfectly.
My only little gripe is on the 496 you get all...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Dec 2009, 22:19
Replies: 45
Views: 7,608
Posted By steveking

I'm based at Damyns and all are welcome to visit....

I'm based at Damyns and all are welcome to visit. £6 landing fee even in a helicopter. Runway 21 does have pylons on the approach, just offset your approach to the right slightly and straighten up...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Dec 2009, 18:21
Replies: 21
Views: 3,429
Posted By steveking

Have a look at the RV6 video, Dave explains all...

Have a look at the RV6 video, Dave explains all the technical reasons for choosing a tail dragger.:ok:

YouTube - RV-6 and Vicki FullFlap.TV 5th June 09 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKEuLE103cg)
Forum: Private Flying
18th Nov 2009, 20:37
Replies: 37
Views: 4,191
Posted By steveking

I have a few friends that have gone from owning a...

I have a few friends that have gone from owning a microlight to getting a group A aircraft and the NPPL has been an excellent way of getting to fly the new machine in a short time period. My friends...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Nov 2009, 21:09
Replies: 9
Views: 4,484
Posted By steveking

I wouldn't know about the ANR of the 18-50, but I...

I wouldn't know about the ANR of the 18-50, but I have had the Bose and the lightspeed zulus and they are in a different league to passive headsets. The bose or zulus can make you feel like youv'e...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Oct 2009, 18:25
Replies: 60
Views: 9,296
Posted By steveking

Used a 296 then replaced it with a 496 in an RV6...

Used a 296 then replaced it with a 496 in an RV6 panel mounted. Both screens are fine in direct sunlight. Although the very early 296s had a slightly less bright screen.
I'd have to say I'm not...
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Oct 2009, 14:56
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By steveking

I think this has sold already unless you are the...

I think this has sold already unless you are the lucky guys who bought it.

Stunning aircraft.
Forum: Private Flying
21st Oct 2009, 17:20
Replies: 9
Views: 3,953
Posted By steveking

The Rvs are well worth considering. I have a 6...

The Rvs are well worth considering. I have a 6 and went to Leipzig in Germany 2 weeks ago to drop a friend off to collect his plane, 150kt at 27lts is quite easy. Good tourers and great fun to fly.
Forum: Private Flying
29th Aug 2009, 07:28
Replies: 16
Views: 14,530
Posted By steveking

On the Met office site, form 214 steve

On the Met office site, form 214

steve
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