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Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Oct 2017, 17:01
Replies: 24
Views: 4,791
Posted By ferrydude

Boeing? When did Mahindra divest the TC?

Boeing? When did Mahindra divest the TC?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
29th Oct 2017, 20:39
Replies: 24
Views: 4,791
Posted By ferrydude

N24A Nomad Parts, Spares, Support

As few of these aircraft are still in service, what is the support like, if any?
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
29th Oct 2017, 12:35
Replies: 7
Views: 3,034
Posted By ferrydude

Best case is to relocate the aircraft outside of...

Best case is to relocate the aircraft outside of the UAE for the pre purchase - export-import-re register-sales process. Naturally, some are reluctant to do this, but I have done it on several...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
8th Jun 2016, 13:24
Replies: 62
Views: 22,071
Posted By ferrydude

Haraka, don't think so, the Mainlander (BN-4) was...

Haraka, don't think so, the Mainlander (BN-4) was a 4 engine design, all wing mounted.

You can see a conceptual drawing here.
...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
3rd Jun 2016, 01:12
Replies: 62
Views: 22,071
Posted By ferrydude

The grandpappy of both of ems ...

The grandpappy of both of ems


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_American_XB-70_Valkyrie
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
26th May 2016, 18:03
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By ferrydude

Stainless screws would not be original, Piper...

Stainless screws would not be original, Piper used cad plated carbon steel screws
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
25th May 2016, 18:41
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By ferrydude

Stainless, this is more likely the root for your...

Stainless, this is more likely the root for your problem, dissimilar metal corrosion expanding into filiform. Stainless screws cause more problems than they solve. Your best bet is to use teflon, or...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
25th May 2016, 17:21
Replies: 15
Views: 3,620
Posted By ferrydude

What type of screws are installed, stainless, or...

What type of screws are installed, stainless, or cad plated?
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
27th Feb 2016, 12:04
Replies: 61
Views: 29,713
Posted By ferrydude

Umm, there are no flight engineer stations on the...

Umm, there are no flight engineer stations on the -135 series aircraft.
I know the E-8 JStars do have, as they are actually 707 airframes, not -135.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Dec 2013, 12:53
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

Waste of time is correct. That's all very nice,...

Waste of time is correct. That's all very nice, an advisory and a technical explanation. I'll try to ask again, please do try and pay attention. Where is the data that suggests this is a likely...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Dec 2013, 10:52
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

I am not disputing that detonation and Pre...

I am not disputing that detonation and Pre ignition occur, or that a faulty spark plug can cause the problem described. It is simply extremely rare. The sky is not falling. You might have better luck...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Dec 2013, 01:11
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

Come on, is that the best you can produce?

Come on, is that the best you can produce?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Dec 2013, 00:26
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

How about some CASA, NTSB, or similar accident...

How about some CASA, NTSB, or similar accident data wherein the scenario you described (engine failure due to a dropped spark plug) has been found to be the proximate cause?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2013, 23:49
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

Total nonsense. :ugh:

Total nonsense. :ugh:
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2013, 22:31
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

Dropped spark plugs are not an issue with Diesel...

Dropped spark plugs are not an issue with Diesel Lycomings. :)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2013, 13:38
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

And the result was a "trashed engine?" Sounds...

And the result was a "trashed engine?" Sounds more like a simple cylinder repair.

Either way, can't design out stupid.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2013, 12:48
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

Right then, expensive redesign due to some dufus...

Right then, expensive redesign due to some dufus dropping a spark plug? When did a failed spark plug ever "trash" an engine? I'll be highly surprised if we see much, if any changes in powerplant...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2013, 10:34
Replies: 58
Views: 8,421
Posted By ferrydude

Hardly a nightmare, one only need to look to the...

Hardly a nightmare, one only need to look to the new (Textron) production model 182s that switched to Lycoming power to see that it is a minor issue. Some models of the Baron also had Lycomings...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
1st Feb 2013, 12:25
Replies: 66
Views: 37,255
Posted By ferrydude

Indeed. Almost all underwriters will require a...

Indeed. Almost all underwriters will require a pilot to have completed several crossing under tutelage prior to covering you as PIC.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
29th Jan 2013, 20:51
Replies: 66
Views: 37,255
Posted By ferrydude

No, having FAA pilot certification does not limit...

No, having FAA pilot certification does not limit one to ferrying only "N" reg aircraft. Validations are received frequently for operating aircraft on other national registries.
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
19th Jan 2013, 15:45
Replies: 215
Views: 142,896
Posted By ferrydude

What was the total fleet hours for the Belfast...

What was the total fleet hours for the Belfast when RAF operated them?
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
18th Jan 2013, 15:18
Replies: 300
Views: 764,823
Posted By ferrydude

Shall we now change the thread title to...

Shall we now change the thread title to "Spitfires not found in Burma"
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Mar 2012, 14:30
Replies: 5,684
Views: 3,666,435
Posted By ferrydude

Female pilots challenge aviation, social customs...

Female pilots challenge aviation, social customs in Nepal - TrustLaw (http://www.trust.org/trustlaw/news/female-pilots-challenge-aviation-social-norms-in-nepal)
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
13th Mar 2012, 16:29
Replies: 18
Views: 7,038
Posted By ferrydude

"I thought you turned the hydraulics on"....

"I thought you turned the hydraulics on". :confused:
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
23rd Feb 2012, 11:20
Replies: 23
Views: 10,922
Posted By ferrydude

"Was there a 990 used as a biz jet? Just...

"Was there a 990 used as a biz jet? Just asking...."


Unsure whether it would meet your definition of "bizjet", but yes, Nomads Travel Club out of Detroit operated a CV-990.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
22nd Feb 2012, 19:06
Replies: 23
Views: 10,922
Posted By ferrydude

Without question, Convair 990

Without question, Convair 990
Forum: Military Aviation
28th Dec 2011, 14:49
Replies: 592
Views: 116,985
Posted By ferrydude

If You Thought War Expensive, Wait Until You Pay...

If You Thought War Expensive, Wait Until You Pay for Obama's Peace - Page 1 - John Ransom - Townhall Finance...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Dec 2011, 12:14
Replies: 22
Views: 2,395
Posted By ferrydude

While some buyers may take great interest in such...

While some buyers may take great interest in such things, many don't. Please share your experience for the original poster. What type of aircraft? Standard category, or experimental? Was there an...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Dec 2011, 23:25
Replies: 22
Views: 2,395
Posted By ferrydude

Selim, it may be advantageous for you to make...

Selim, it may be advantageous for you to make your seller include an FAA Export Certificate of Airworthiness. This tends to avoid headaches on down the road. With an individual seller, this can be an...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Dec 2011, 23:10
Replies: 22
Views: 2,395
Posted By ferrydude

Corrosion preventing compounds can be applied...

Corrosion preventing compounds can be applied just as effectively, wings on, or wings off with a 182. really makes no difference. One advantage of removing the wings is it gives a perfect opportunity...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Dec 2011, 21:50
Replies: 22
Views: 2,395
Posted By ferrydude

Gee, I wonder why transport via container is the...

Gee, I wonder why transport via container is the least popular method of transporting singles from U.S. the Europe? Do it yourself dismantling? Now there's an advantage. Good luck with that one.:D
Forum: Private Flying
27th Dec 2011, 20:19
Replies: 22
Views: 2,395
Posted By ferrydude

Interesting comments. While removing the wings...

Interesting comments. While removing the wings does indeed afford a thorough inspection, it is most definitely not cheaper to transport via a container from U.S. to UK. Done both, numerous times...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Dec 2011, 22:35
Replies: 137
Views: 59,390
Posted By ferrydude

It is a conservative calculation for the purposes...

It is a conservative calculation for the purposes of meeting the certification criteria in lieu of actual testing. By the way, there is an FAA STC available for wing life service extension.
Forum: Private Flying
11th Dec 2011, 21:43
Replies: 137
Views: 59,390
Posted By ferrydude

Can't find another aircraft with a similar...

Can't find another aircraft with a similar restriction? Cirrus aircraft are Airframe life limited at 12000 hours. The PA-44 wing is life limited at 14, 663 hours. There are many other examples. ;)
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Nov 2011, 10:19
Replies: 10
Views: 5,010
Posted By ferrydude

Fishtail Air: accident

MYREPUBLICA.com - News in Nepal: Fast, Full & Factual (http://www.myrepublica.com/portal/index.php?action=news_details&news_id=38954)



Glad everyone is safe
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