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Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
14th Apr 2011, 16:38
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

Indeed it is. It's interesting to see Toledo in...

Indeed it is. It's interesting to see Toledo in that article, since that's my hometown. They have had a surprising number of 747 freight ops (considering Toledo's economy is dead) and with the way...
Forum: Rumours & News
6th Apr 2011, 18:51
Replies: 62
Views: 34,929
Posted By K_9

That makes sense. Thanks.

That makes sense. Thanks.
Forum: Rumours & News
6th Apr 2011, 18:29
Replies: 62
Views: 34,929
Posted By K_9

On airplanes with opening side windows in the...

On airplanes with opening side windows in the cockpit (e.g. 737--not sure about a320), is it an option to open one or both of those windows when at low altitude to help vacate the smoke?
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
30th Mar 2011, 19:13
Replies: 10
Views: 1,430
Posted By K_9

Is this while you're at work or at home? Can you...

Is this while you're at work or at home? Can you try via a different network connection? Can you try via a different computer on the same network? This will help narrow down the problem.
Forum: Middle East
30th Mar 2011, 15:08
Replies: 19
Views: 5,462
Posted By K_9

You are aware that the airline purchases its...

You are aware that the airline purchases its interiors (seats included) from a supplier other than the airframer, right?
Forum: Middle East
29th Mar 2011, 16:41
Replies: 19
Views: 5,462
Posted By K_9

You are making claims that the A380 is quieter...

You are making claims that the A380 is quieter than the 747-8. You need to have flown on both before you can make that claim. The 787 is very quiet but I haven't flown on the A350 so I won't try to...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
29th Mar 2011, 16:38
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

Not to mention all of the structure is designed...

Not to mention all of the structure is designed around 4 engines rather than 2. A two-engined 747 would be pretty much a clean-sheet design merely inspired by the Queen.
Forum: Middle East
28th Mar 2011, 14:47
Replies: 19
Views: 5,462
Posted By K_9

It is also noticeable that most pro-A and anti-B...

It is also noticeable that most pro-A and anti-B comments come from members from EU. Sour grapes is it boys?


So you've flown on the 747-8I, then?
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
22nd Mar 2011, 22:12
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

Oh God--he knows too much! Get rid of your cell...

Oh God--he knows too much! Get rid of your cell phone and put on your tinfoil hat before they find you!
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
22nd Mar 2011, 22:10
Replies: 46
Views: 7,301
Posted By K_9

Congratulations to him! Penn State has a superb...

Congratulations to him! Penn State has a superb program. Just make sure he's ready to work his ass off for the next four years. :)
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
20th Mar 2011, 23:04
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

A friend of mine from work got these: ...

A friend of mine from work got these:

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/188419_10100308472325918_13735476_59033939_4425541_n.jpg
...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
20th Mar 2011, 01:30
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

747-8F has been flying since last summer so the...

747-8F has been flying since last summer so the -8I shouldn't be a big deal.
Forum: Private Flying
19th Mar 2011, 23:44
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By K_9

Don't forget about the difference between...

Don't forget about the difference between imperial gallons and US gallons.
Forum: Private Flying
18th Mar 2011, 04:34
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By K_9

While much of what you say is true, keep in mind...

While much of what you say is true, keep in mind that many of these new green technologies are in their infancies. There's only one way for them to really grow up, though. If nobody had been...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Mar 2011, 20:23
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By K_9

I average 24mpg city and 33mpg highway with a...

I average 24mpg city and 33mpg highway with a conventional 2.5L 4cyl 4 door compact/midsize. EPA says the 2009 Prius gets 48mpg city and 45mpg highway. That's a significant difference. Since even...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Mar 2011, 18:57
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By K_9

I think you hit the nail on the head. Any...

I think you hit the nail on the head.

Any new technology is not going to be perfect right off the bat. Cars made huge changes in their first 100 years. Computers made huge changes in their...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Mar 2011, 03:18
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By K_9

I only skimmed the article so if they addressed...

I only skimmed the article so if they addressed the solar cells I must have missed it, but I would have to think the solar cells are there more for charging on the ground and providing a very small...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
15th Mar 2011, 02:05
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

747-400 range: 7,260 nmi 777-300ER range: 7,930...

747-400 range: 7,260 nmi
777-300ER range: 7,930 nmi
747-400 normal cruise: Mach 0.85
777-300ER normal cruise: Mach 0.84
:hmm:
Forum: Private Flying
15th Mar 2011, 01:36
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By K_9

Yes, because clearly 45 gallons of fuel,...

Yes, because clearly 45 gallons of fuel, associated tanks, two gallons of oil, a 320 cubic inch internal combustion engine, two magnetos, an alternator, a starter, and a heavy prop have no weight...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Mar 2011, 03:45
Replies: 15
Views: 4,028
Posted By K_9

That's actually five years ago for midwest United...

That's actually five years ago for midwest United States (Ohio). My club's rates have gone up about 10% since then, mostly just due to fuel costs.

Prices out in Seattle are substantially higher.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Mar 2011, 02:58
Replies: 15
Views: 4,028
Posted By K_9

Flying clubs are the way to go. For a long time...

Flying clubs are the way to go. For a long time I didn't pursue it because the costs at flight schools in the area were so high ($130/hr USD for a Cessna 172 plus $40/hour or so for an instructor). ...
Forum: Tech Log
13th Mar 2011, 22:28
Replies: 176
Views: 58,342
Posted By K_9

So you're suggesting that because the L1011 and...

So you're suggesting that because the L1011 and the DC-10 are both widebody trijets with comparable weights, that they must have the aerodynamic performance? :ugh:
Forum: Tech Log
13th Mar 2011, 07:03
Replies: 176
Views: 58,342
Posted By K_9

Interesting--I always thought it was a radial...

Interesting--I always thought it was a radial movement that was happening.
Forum: Tech Log
13th Mar 2011, 05:26
Replies: 176
Views: 58,342
Posted By K_9

Bearfoil and Turbine D Thanks for your...

Bearfoil and Turbine D
Thanks for your explanations. Those both make sense, though now I have another novice question.

When a turbine is windmilling on the ground, you hear a clicking noise. I...
Forum: Tech Log
12th Mar 2011, 17:16
Replies: 176
Views: 58,342
Posted By K_9

What factors cause a decrease in performance over...

What factors cause a decrease in performance over the life of the engine?
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2011, 21:09
Replies: 62
Views: 15,013
Posted By K_9

I understand how vibrations and resonance occurs...

I understand how vibrations and resonance occurs in structures and I'm familiar with how the added mass of a payload or the interference of the ground with the helicopter structure can change the...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2011, 19:33
Replies: 62
Views: 15,013
Posted By K_9

Okay, I had the terminology wrong. What I was...

Okay, I had the terminology wrong. What I was thinking of was more of a ground interference aerodynamic resonance situation, where a wave of air being directed downward by each blade pass can reflect...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2011, 18:23
Replies: 62
Views: 15,013
Posted By K_9

Are you arguing the semantics of it (saying that...

Are you arguing the semantics of it (saying that "If the aircraft is not on the ground then it can't be ground resonance!") or are you saying that the resonance phenomenon commonly known as ground...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2011, 13:44
Replies: 62
Views: 15,013
Posted By K_9

I think a hospital rooftop will suffice. :p

I think a hospital rooftop will suffice. :p
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
10th Mar 2011, 21:45
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

"Efficient" meaning fuel burn per freight mile or...

"Efficient" meaning fuel burn per freight mile or seat mile. I agree with you on the other points. There's a reason I've never taken a train in my life other than a trolley. :ok:
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
10th Mar 2011, 21:35
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

I think, in all probability, we would be more...

I think, in all probability, we would be more likely to see a swing-tail modification (a la 747LCF (http://jetphotos.net/viewphoto.php?id=6348079))than a re-design of the nose section if it were done...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
10th Mar 2011, 21:30
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

Rail is about the most efficient mode of...

Rail is about the most efficient mode of transportation out there. However, it will be quite some time before it is widely implemented and used in the United States. We're impatient and like our...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
10th Mar 2011, 16:35
Replies: 26
Views: 2,814
Posted By K_9

I have an ipod touch that I had before I got my...

I have an ipod touch that I had before I got my Galaxy S. Dealing with itunes is a horrible headache. I don't even use the thing anymore because my Galaxy does fine as a music player (I use Winamp)...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
10th Mar 2011, 16:27
Replies: 169
Views: 24,928
Posted By K_9

Government will limit carbon emissions per...

Government will limit carbon emissions per seat-mile or lb(freight)-mile. As others have said repeatedly, it is not efficient to use a 500 passenger airplane on a route with only 50 passengers. ...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
10th Mar 2011, 01:47
Replies: 26
Views: 2,814
Posted By K_9

The default mail app on my Android was fine for...

The default mail app on my Android was fine for my accounts (a couple gmail accounts and an imap account with my university), but there's a third-party app called K-9 Mail that I use which is quite...
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