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Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Nov 2023, 06:05
Replies: 409
Views: 112,049
Posted By cirrus32

Saw the pair in formation depart 17 from Essendon...

Saw the pair in formation depart 17 from Essendon at around 11:30 AEDT. 2 helicopters were hovering to the right of track around 2 miles apart obviously filming the departure. Obviously a previous...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
16th Oct 2023, 23:12
Replies: 6
Views: 1,348
Posted By cirrus32

It was still in pretty good nick when I knocked...

It was still in pretty good nick when I knocked on the door as a young engineering student in the early '90's for a look.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Nov 2022, 04:21
Replies: 126
Views: 19,816
Posted By cirrus32

I believe that FLARM units will show ADS-B out...

I believe that FLARM units will show ADS-B out equipped aircraft.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Feb 2022, 03:49
Replies: 5
Views: 1,422
Posted By cirrus32

The passing of an Australian gliding icon

From an email to GFA members

Dear Members,

It is with great sadness that I advise you of the death of Ingo Renner OAM, aged 81. Ingo passed away on Saturday 26th February following a long...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
5th Jul 2021, 04:12
Replies: 42
Views: 12,390
Posted By cirrus32

Not just for the big boys - it means I won't have...

Not just for the big boys - it means I won't have to keep renewing my permit ($$) to have my suitably restrained and well behaved dog in the back seat of my 172!
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Oct 2020, 03:50
Replies: 25
Views: 4,912
Posted By cirrus32

There is also a rather large elephant in the room...

There is also a rather large elephant in the room called COVID 19 and the fact that Australia's borders are currently closed to all but Australian citizens and permanent residents... and I seriously...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
21st Apr 2020, 00:07
Replies: 23
Views: 9,696
Posted By cirrus32

So, once the let us out from the level 3...

So, once the let us out from the level 3 restrictions and I'm allowed to fly my 172 again, what are the chances of getting a clearance to do a touch and go at Tullamarine? Once in a lifetime...
Forum: Private Flying
24th Feb 2020, 23:56
Replies: 2
Views: 1,190
Posted By cirrus32

Haven't got a spreadsheet, as such, but do own a...

Haven't got a spreadsheet, as such, but do own a C172 in Melbourne, so if you want to DM me I'm happy to help. Biggest cost for me is hangarage, followed by insurance, then maintenance (depending on...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Aug 2019, 01:39
Replies: 16
Views: 5,944
Posted By cirrus32

I've had to claim with IHI Denmark (skiing...

I've had to claim with IHI Denmark (skiing related accident, not aviation). No problem with the claims process, really easy to deal with and no issues paying out the full amount of the claim.
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
15th Jul 2019, 01:00
Replies: 16
Views: 9,971
Posted By cirrus32

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/pprune.org-vbulletin/...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/pprune.org-vbulletin/2000x1124/flying_rumpole_6246f0ae3ab5c6ecb2bfe217eb569fd0d421d674.jpg


Mine gets positively annoyed if he sees me getting out the flying kit and...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
9th Sep 2018, 09:23
Replies: 23
Views: 3,528
Posted By cirrus32

Yes, my permit is for the dog sitting on an...

Yes, my permit is for the dog sitting on an absorbant pad plus a harness connected through the rear seat belt. He enjoys flying, just disappointed he can't stick his head out the window.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
8th Sep 2018, 08:28
Replies: 23
Views: 3,528
Posted By cirrus32

Hmm...The permit for my dog cost $160 and is only...

Hmm...The permit for my dog cost $160 and is only valid for 12 months.... The dog is not going to shrink and the 172 isn't going to get bigger, so I guess it's just another revenue raising exercise.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
6th Mar 2018, 04:33
Replies: 20
Views: 5,516
Posted By cirrus32

Literally just did this at LAX on the weekend -...

Literally just did this at LAX on the weekend - the information desk in the airport has a list of local hotels that do day rates. Started at the top of the list and worked my way down and ended up...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
13th Feb 2018, 03:53
Replies: 24
Views: 6,159
Posted By cirrus32

and if you ever have the misfortune of a crash,...

and if you ever have the misfortune of a crash, they might just save your back ...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Oct 2017, 04:25
Replies: 8
Views: 6,160
Posted By cirrus32

I converted my FAA PPL to an Australian part 61...

I converted my FAA PPL to an Australian part 61 licence last year. You don't need an ASIC if you're not flying into a security controlled airfield, but you will need an AVID (similar process, but...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
13th Mar 2016, 04:40
Replies: 414
Views: 284,545
Posted By cirrus32

Yes, there's an N22 in the hangar at LTV

Yes, there's an N22 in the hangar at LTV
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Sep 2015, 03:06
Replies: 12
Views: 3,651
Posted By cirrus32

So if you don't like the seats, just get a decent...

So if you don't like the seats, just get a decent cushion. At least they'll save your "ass" if you're ever in a crash...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Oct 2014, 04:41
Replies: 57
Views: 13,942
Posted By cirrus32

My understanding is that there was a stand of...

My understanding is that there was a stand of tall trees at the end of the runway which obscured the view of the wing runner of the glider on short final.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th May 2012, 05:17
Replies: 22
Views: 7,507
Posted By cirrus32

watched it land on 34 at YMML at about 9:45 this...

watched it land on 34 at YMML at about 9:45 this morning - nice looking aeroplane - nice to see the flaps on the wing, rather than in assembly jigs where I usually see them!
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
6th Mar 2010, 07:42
Replies: 28
Views: 4,178
Posted By cirrus32

Sorry, assumed BAL was Boeing Australia Limited -...

Sorry, assumed BAL was Boeing Australia Limited - obviously more than one company with that acronym
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
5th Mar 2010, 05:41
Replies: 28
Views: 4,178
Posted By cirrus32

I believe the land and buildings are owned by...

I believe the land and buildings are owned by Macquarie - so I doubt very much that BAL will care about developing historically listed buildings - Macquaire on the other hand .....
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
5th Mar 2010, 02:17
Replies: 28
Views: 4,178
Posted By cirrus32

really simple - Boeing owns the land at...

really simple - Boeing owns the land at Fishermans Bend and leases the land and Bankstown - pretty easy decision I would have thought over which to keep and which to close ...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
27th Nov 2009, 02:47
Replies: 24
Views: 8,371
Posted By cirrus32

I know for a FACT the weight of the crew was most...

I know for a FACT the weight of the crew was most definitely factored in - even to the point of knowing the weight of the standard "kit" the crew would carry on board with them!
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Nov 2009, 20:44
Replies: 298
Views: 99,215
Posted By cirrus32

Sunfish, Don't necessarily disagree with...

Sunfish,

Don't necessarily disagree with your assessment, but Boeing headquarters moved to Chicago, not St Louis.
Forum: Tech Log
27th Jun 2009, 08:31
Replies: 21
Views: 5,053
Posted By cirrus32

Composite structures for aerospace applications...

Composite structures for aerospace applications are designed with the assumption that the structure has already sustained "Barely Visible Impact Damage". BVID is usually defined as damage that can be...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jun 2009, 09:10
Replies: 4,593
Views: 3,283,146
Posted By cirrus32

Fatigue testing is usually done at room...

Fatigue testing is usually done at room temperature ambient conditions with a LEF (Load Enhancement Factor) to account for hot/wet / cold conditions. LEF is usually around 15% for most composite...
Forum: Rumours & News
29th Aug 2008, 01:42
Replies: 1,109
Views: 378,934
Posted By cirrus32

link to the report ... 200804689...

link to the report ...


200804689 (http://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2008/AAIR/aair200804689.aspx)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
29th Mar 2006, 02:16
Replies: 97
Views: 9,464
Posted By cirrus32

So, has anyone got a definition of what "frequent...

So, has anyone got a definition of what "frequent access" means? If I fly from Bacchus Marsh to Mildura say three times a year do I need an ASIC or will a "VIC" do?
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
20th Mar 2006, 22:41
Replies: 5
Views: 2,716
Posted By cirrus32

I arrived in Mildura (by car) just as the dust...

I arrived in Mildura (by car) just as the dust storm hit. Was staying with a mate about 2km away from the crash site. Heard the aircraft go over. Did not see the crash however. The wind was gusty,...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
17th Jan 2006, 22:26
Replies: 32
Views: 5,667
Posted By cirrus32

Last I heard it was Qantas providing crew...

Last I heard it was Qantas providing crew training ....
Forum: Medical & Health
4th Jul 2005, 03:05
Replies: 10
Views: 1,256
Posted By cirrus32

you could try one of these: ...

you could try one of these:
http://www.avweb.com/news/aeromed/181895-1.html

I use one for gliding. Have exactly the same problem as you, nauseous when thermalling with the other pilot in control....
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
4th Jul 2005, 02:02
Replies: 138
Views: 24,872
Posted By cirrus32

Sorry, but Four Corners has lost all credibility...

Sorry, but Four Corners has lost all credibility with me on aviation issues after the report they did on Nomad. After speaking to some of the people who were interviewed for that programme it was...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
4th May 2005, 06:52
Replies: 64
Views: 7,883
Posted By cirrus32

I at least managed to get an ASIC application...

I at least managed to get an ASIC application form from Melbourne Airport. However as I don't have an employer at Melbourne Airport to "sponsor" my application I can't complete the form! Obviously...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
11th Feb 2004, 13:19
Replies: 41
Views: 7,772
Posted By cirrus32

Ugly, You're lucky, I didn't even get a...

Ugly,

You're lucky, I didn't even get a reply from the email I sent to my local member and to John Anderson on the issue. Maybe I'll follow up with a letter!

H
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
13th Jan 2004, 06:26
Replies: 41
Views: 6,111
Posted By cirrus32

Ovation, I hold an FAA PPL (as well as my...

Ovation,

I hold an FAA PPL (as well as my Aust. RPPL) and even though I'm a foreign national (Australian citizen living in the USA), I haven't been subjected to any background checks. So this...
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