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Forum: Private Flying
15th Jun 2016, 05:14
Replies: 7
Views: 3,956
Posted By XLC

thank you very much for your information - this...

thank you very much for your information - this is perfect and I hope useful for other pilots as well. :)
Forum: Private Flying
10th Jun 2016, 04:48
Replies: 7
Views: 3,956
Posted By XLC

2016: renew EASA PPL (SE) licence outside the U.K.

I need to renew my EASA PPL (SE) issued by the UK's CAA. It lapsed 9 weeks ago. However this time I have to renew this in another EASA-country, on the continent .

The question for this thread is...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Jul 2015, 00:05
Replies: 3
Views: 2,611
Posted By XLC

Try Fayence

Try Fayence
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Dec 2014, 22:55
Replies: 23
Views: 4,803
Posted By XLC

Nak Bin, like one of the other posters I...

Nak Bin,

like one of the other posters I also did get my licence at EFT in Florida. European licence. There are only a few such schools in the US, and as I am living in Asia this kind of route...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Aug 2014, 23:51
Replies: 20
Views: 3,294
Posted By XLC

Indeed, I do as well. Although I was initially...

Indeed, I do as well. Although I was initially told to tell this to passengers who never flew in that specific plane yet, but for those who did I ask if they remember. Showing is indeed one thing,...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Aug 2014, 05:22
Replies: 62
Views: 18,049
Posted By XLC

Hi, I also disagree with that statement...

Hi,

I also disagree with that statement that Florida is a piece of cake that ill prepares you for tiny places in Europe. At the end of the day it is about experiences. The more you stay flying...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Jul 2014, 23:15
Replies: 33
Views: 15,994
Posted By XLC

Amber, First, it all depends on the...

Amber,

First, it all depends on the context. I am all for a focused training during which you do little else. As for the location it is not important, as long as it is legal, weather permits and...
Forum: Private Flying
31st May 2014, 02:10
Replies: 8
Views: 1,907
Posted By XLC

Here in the Far East it is Air Navigation Pro...

Here in the Far East it is Air Navigation Pro that is quite handy. We also had it as backup on board when we ferried a PA-39 from Belgium to Thailand last November - we checked sporadically it's use...
Forum: Private Flying
29th May 2014, 23:31
Replies: 4
Views: 2,096
Posted By XLC

I did in Feb-March 2010 and it was a positive...

I did in Feb-March 2010 and it was a positive experience. The biggest drawback was the weather. I definitely recommend EFT, at least based on my experience 5 years ago.
Forum: Private Flying
20th May 2014, 00:04
Replies: 26
Views: 4,762
Posted By XLC

As a student I bought a cheap headset online (89...

As a student I bought a cheap headset online (89 USD) , and installed an ANR kit in it, 135 USD (quite simple to install). The only drawback of that cheap headset is that you can not use it when...
Forum: Private Flying
8th May 2014, 23:34
Replies: 7
Views: 1,678
Posted By XLC

On-Track Aviation (Wellesbourne Mountford)

On-Track Aviation (Wellesbourne Mountford)
Forum: Private Flying
4th Apr 2014, 00:38
Replies: 4
Views: 1,853
Posted By XLC

I went for my rating at On-Track Aviation in...

I went for my rating at On-Track Aviation in Wellesbourne Mountford. A lot of knowledge shared by former RAF instructors, all in a friendly and very professional manner. I really recommend them and...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Nov 2013, 00:11
Replies: 43
Views: 43,659
Posted By XLC

Hello, yes you can. There are plenty of...

Hello,

yes you can. There are plenty of threads on this site about the very few approved ATO's that are based in the US. Just be certain they still are approved .
Forum: Private Flying
7th Oct 2013, 15:10
Replies: 1
Views: 1,161
Posted By XLC

VNKT Kathmandu: mandatory requirements for VFR ?

Does anybody know if, for private aircraft, VFR landings in VNKT Kathmandu (around mid-Nov ) are possible without a special training? For IFR a special training is mandatory.

In this case it the...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jun 2013, 00:12
Replies: 62
Views: 11,144
Posted By XLC

Some used C150's to cross the Atlantic Ocean as...

Some used C150's to cross the Atlantic Ocean as well.
Forum: Private Flying
25th Apr 2013, 23:41
Replies: 42
Views: 6,225
Posted By XLC

Hi OP again, you might want to study the...

Hi OP again,

you might want to study the obligations the maintenance units and aircraft operators have to comply with. Age here is not really an issue for most trainers, more important is the...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Apr 2013, 23:29
Replies: 20
Views: 2,928
Posted By XLC

Hi OP, You are correct that in the...

Hi OP,

You are correct that in the beginning it is a bit overwhelming but little by little the habits creep in. Trust your instructor for doing the things that are not part of the lesson of the...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Apr 2013, 23:16
Replies: 43
Views: 7,887
Posted By XLC

Quite an experienced instructor told me once that...

Quite an experienced instructor told me once that pilots are most vulnerable to errors every 150 hours (or about), due to confidence & negligence.
Interesting statistic, and a good pointer to all...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Mar 2013, 00:51
Replies: 10
Views: 2,468
Posted By XLC

For China you will need much more than going...

For China you will need much more than going there just for your own fun; you are flying single engine planes/microlights and that is more or less a no go for the time being. The only way for you is...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jan 2013, 22:48
Replies: 24
Views: 8,483
Posted By XLC

I am using X-plane sometimes and find it useful....

I am using X-plane sometimes and find it useful. One of their versions is used for FAA certification of sims used for training purposes.

Of course the real thing is the best, and so is armchair...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Oct 2012, 00:28
Replies: 10
Views: 9,728
Posted By XLC

Hi There, I second both opinions above...

Hi There,

I second both opinions above about Airquiz ; time and money very well spent.
Forum: Private Flying
19th Sep 2012, 05:25
Replies: 5
Views: 1,685
Posted By XLC

Thank you Chevvron

Thank you Chevvron
Forum: Private Flying
17th Sep 2012, 15:25
Replies: 5
Views: 1,685
Posted By XLC

Hi, now it is my turn to want one: a Gipsy...

Hi,

now it is my turn to want one: a Gipsy Major Mk2.

Any lead will also be highly appreciated :)
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Aug 2012, 23:36
Replies: 40
Views: 5,120
Posted By XLC

for me 3) both

for me 3) both
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Aug 2012, 23:54
Replies: 12
Views: 7,305
Posted By XLC

Ultranomad, Thank you for the valuable info. Safe...

Ultranomad, Thank you for the valuable info. Safe flights to you.
Forum: Private Flying
21st Aug 2012, 14:57
Replies: 5
Views: 1,828
Posted By XLC

As you are a US citizen I suppose you indeed do...

As you are a US citizen I suppose you indeed do not need the visum and TSA clearance. Not sure if they make a difference w/ you being a non-resident though.

For the licence you can as well go...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Aug 2012, 14:43
Replies: 12
Views: 7,305
Posted By XLC

Thank you. In general how are those engines...

Thank you.

In general how are those engines running? Typical issues, weaknesses, ... .
Am curious about the M 332C or maybe also the M 332 AK.
Forum: Private Flying
21st Aug 2012, 07:56
Replies: 10
Views: 1,453
Posted By XLC

jj97101 I also speak French, am based in...

jj97101

I also speak French, am based in Hong Kong, fly in Thailand and the UK. Could help you a bit. Am quite familiar with the training program of DragonAir and can for sure give you some...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Aug 2012, 01:46
Replies: 12
Views: 7,305
Posted By XLC

yes Jan, indeed. Thank you for the observation, I...

yes Jan, indeed. Thank you for the observation, I edited the title in the meanwhile.
Forum: Private Flying
20th Aug 2012, 23:19
Replies: 12
Views: 7,305
Posted By XLC

LOM PRAHA engine ?

Does anyone have experience with the LOM PAHA engines?
Forum: Private Flying
12th Aug 2012, 04:18
Replies: 6
Views: 1,265
Posted By XLC

Absolutely and agree. The plane is in Belgium...

Absolutely and agree.
The plane is in Belgium and registered there. And indeed before I start the project I try to understand why some do start similar projects in France or the UK and not in their...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Aug 2012, 00:25
Replies: 53
Views: 5,983
Posted By XLC

Hi Lizz, just do it. I am based in...

Hi Lizz,

just do it.

I am based in Hong Kong and meet pilots often, from all over the world. You will be surprised how many started with very little. As other said the studies are no issues....
Forum: Private Flying
11th Aug 2012, 00:16
Replies: 6
Views: 1,265
Posted By XLC

noted your replies for which many thanks. ...

noted your replies for which many thanks.



Exactly, it is the reason why I started this thread as it is read in different countries.
I noticed that there are F-registered vintage planes in...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
10th Aug 2012, 23:59
Replies: 2
Views: 923
Posted By XLC

Thank you for your reply. But what I am looking...

Thank you for your reply.
But what I am looking for are the pros/cons of each registry.

As a I got a bit more responses from the private flying forum I will continue this thread over there.
Forum: Private Flying
10th Aug 2012, 11:30
Replies: 6
Views: 1,265
Posted By XLC

Airplane Restoration: which registry?

(This thread was just posted on the forum of Aviation History but is in fact about plane restoration ; not sure where to post that.)

I am starting the project of restoring one Stampe SV4 and I am...
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