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Forum: Private Flying

23rd Jan 2019, 21:25

Replies: 83

Ditching and Sea Survival

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Posted By sharpend

I have had engine failures in single engine...

I have had engine failures in single engine aeroplanes. I have had an engine stop over water in a Bulldog, but got it going again. I actually think one of the main problems ditching (as apposed to...

Forum: Private Flying

23rd Jan 2019, 21:17

Replies: 83

Ditching and Sea Survival

Views: 29,691

Posted By sharpend

Absolutely. It is all about risk assessment. The...

Absolutely. It is all about risk assessment. The chances of an engine failure are slim indeed. And the aeroplane does not know you are over water. But a smart pilot uses his smart brains to avoid...

Forum: Private Flying

23rd Jan 2019, 18:56

Replies: 83

Ditching and Sea Survival

Views: 29,691

Posted By sharpend

Having read most of this, I have to agree....

Having read most of this, I have to agree. Firstly let me introduce myself; I am an old but not bold pilot with over 10,000 hours, mostly single seat.. There are no old, bold pilots. I have...

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