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by avmg
Mon Dec 15, 2008 1:47 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Oil Consumption - O320
Replies: 12
Views: 2307

Re: Oil Consumption - O320

That's great, thanks for all the feedback! The "consumer" has about 500 hrs. on it, and it "feels" much smoother than the other engine. It's good to know that a guy can learn something useful in these forums, thanks.
by avmg
Mon Dec 08, 2008 8:52 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Oil Consumption - O320
Replies: 12
Views: 2307

Re: Oil Consumption - O320

That link was helpful, thanks! Have a good one..
by avmg
Mon Dec 08, 2008 3:02 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Oil Consumption - O320
Replies: 12
Views: 2307

Oil Consumption - O320

Maybe the forum can help.. I have a Ram STC'd O320 rated for 160 HP. It consumes a quart of Aeroshell 15w50 every seven to ten hours, would this be considered a normal amount? I am also operating an O320 that is unmodified, and it consumes a quart every 25 hours or so. It doesn't need to have oil ad...
by avmg
Sun Nov 30, 2008 12:19 am
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: Colours of lights on wingtips
Replies: 27
Views: 2785

Re: Colours of lights on wingtips

Starboard is green.. you are giving the guy to your right the green light.. This helps me remember the right of way rules!
by avmg
Wed Mar 05, 2008 10:08 am
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: Finding someone like me...
Replies: 34
Views: 2592

Re: Finding someone like me...

I think that all sounds familiar.. I am in @ 0730 this morning, fueling, checking hours to next maintenance, etc.. I am in a position of being able to fly through the day instructing though. Michael, I think you have the right idea as far as putting a private pilot to work through the summer, a port...
by avmg
Thu Feb 28, 2008 9:19 am
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: CPL Exam - Nav
Replies: 11
Views: 2044

Re: CPL Exam - Nav

I think the one of the most important parts to remember is the definitions of things such as: -Density Altitude -Pressure Altitude -True Altitude This also applies to airspeeds, heading / track, etc. More than a few questions will be worded in such a way as to throw you off the correct answer. If yo...
by avmg
Mon Feb 11, 2008 12:21 am
Forum: Helicopter Forum
Topic: Helicopter Training Links
Replies: 41
Views: 98434

Re: Helicopter Training Links

Hey STL, here is another link to a school that has been running out of Pitt Meadows for almost 2 years now, using Bell 47 G4's. The CFI is Rob Wood, and he is putting Jason Brown to work soon enough as well. I think both of these guys have a bit of industry experience, as well. By the way, I enjoy a...
by avmg
Wed Feb 06, 2008 3:10 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: ics course
Replies: 23
Views: 2953

Re: ics course

I watch several guys complete the ICS course, then move on to a shop that does Astar conversions, they all seem to be getting relevant experience. I do feel that knowing people has helped these guys get their foot in the door though, and it has helped most of them get flying jobs as well. It's actua...
by avmg
Sun Jan 27, 2008 12:22 pm
Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
Topic: 1000 TT, how to get 1st bush job?
Replies: 23
Views: 3113

Re: 1000 TT, how to get 1st bush job?

You should apply @ Wolverine Air in Ft. Simpson.. See the job ads! The flying would probably include float, on top of the multi and 206's.. According to the ad, you can apply for the seasonal or the permanent position. It's not a bad outfit from what I have seen of it. Good luck..
by avmg
Thu Jan 03, 2008 1:44 am
Forum: Employment Forum
Topic: Southwest Caravan Drivers
Replies: 38
Views: 5734

Re: Southwest Caravan Drivers

I hope your cover letter wasn't addressed to Southwest!! Ooops.. Hahaha! Either way, good luck with the process and don't stop trying!
by avmg
Tue Dec 04, 2007 9:29 am
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: Altair out of CYPK close's its doors?
Replies: 10
Views: 2323

The maintenance side of the building is still open for business, I still take my plane to them. You can still get fuel as well. Unfortunately the flight training and 703 is done, for a lot more reasons than just the aerobatics.
So, Altair is not completely closed.
by avmg
Fri Nov 30, 2007 8:33 am
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: Altair out of CYPK close's its doors?
Replies: 10
Views: 2323

True.
by avmg
Fri Nov 16, 2007 10:54 am
Forum: General Comments
Topic: ATPL Application
Replies: 2
Views: 578

I don't see a problem with that. The people you should ask are the licensing folks at TC. Look up the office that you will send your books to and give them a call. If your west coast, PM me and I'll give you the information for the Abbotsford office. By the way, congrats on getting that done!
by avmg
Sat Sep 01, 2007 10:22 pm
Forum: Helicopter Forum
Topic: Newbie looking for advice?
Replies: 1
Views: 1644

One school worth considering is Premier Helicopters, at Pitt Meadows. The chief flight instructor has tons of industry experience in Jet Rangers and Astars, plus he is an excellent instructor! Premier is somewhat new, they started up about two years ago but they are doing well. To get ready for indu...
by avmg
Fri Aug 24, 2007 8:50 pm
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: 122.75 in Lower Mainland
Replies: 12
Views: 3259

I would agree with Altiplano on that.. I trained out of ZBB for my PPL, and it was finished in a lot less time than 90 hrs.. I did have the practice area south of Cloverdale at the time though. Regarding the radio use on 122.75: Where the F*@#!!! is Glen Valley International??? It takes a lot of res...
by avmg
Sat Apr 07, 2007 8:15 pm
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: Langley Regional Airport - CYNJ
Replies: 3
Views: 1139

Try Skyquest, I think they have the cleanest set up I've ever seen. I don't have any knowledge of their instructors, but they just put a Duchess online for Multi - IFR, etc. They have a great little pilot shop as well!

http://www.skyquest.ca/

Not much of a site, but give them a call.
by avmg
Fri Mar 23, 2007 10:45 am
Forum: General Comments
Topic: Cell phones in flight (not commercial a/c)
Replies: 15
Views: 1617

I've sent and received text messages at 8500 ft over Pemberton with Rogers GSM. I think it all depends where you are. Dispatch did appreciate the revised ETA.. In general, Telus reliability and service were terrible for me, Rogers has been much better.
by avmg
Sat Mar 03, 2007 8:59 am
Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
Topic: Twin Otters
Replies: 90
Views: 32138

http://www.vikingair.com/ Viking Aircraft in Victoria hold the type certificate now, apparently they can new build replacement parts for dhc6, etc. I think they will start production on the Twin if they can scrape up enough orders. You think an order from Borek would do the trick! But, nothing firm ...
by avmg
Fri Feb 23, 2007 9:55 am
Forum: General Comments
Topic: Training slots in the lower mainland.
Replies: 29
Views: 5702

I tried getting training slots this morning. I was told "no IFR training today, due to staff shortages, etc." .. and the usual reasons. And it's not even summer yet! NavCanada needs to come up with a solution soon, this will start affecting the training business.
by avmg
Tue Feb 06, 2007 9:45 am
Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
Topic: Float training
Replies: 42
Views: 7598

Go see Dave at Fort Langley! He tells lots of good stories, and he can really teach you how to fly, as well. If the 180 is a bit too much $, he also has a Super Cub there.

I heard Air Hart in Kelowna is good, go in the summer for Wake Fest perhaps. :D
by avmg
Fri Jan 19, 2007 10:39 am
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: IATRA help
Replies: 6
Views: 2290

Check out the AeroCourse ATPL workbook.. Lots of challenging questions there. If you're on the West Coast, ProIFR has pretty good exam prep courses, as well. Good luck!
by avmg
Sun Jan 07, 2007 6:11 pm
Forum: Flight Training
Topic: ROTORY WING TRAINING
Replies: 4
Views: 770

Hey there.. if you are looking for heli flying, I would recommend Premier Helicopter Training at Pitt Meadows. I know Rob, he is very good at preparing his guys for industry, not just the flying. I would urge you to contact him, one of his students just got a job with Qwest, and this particular stud...
by avmg
Thu Jan 04, 2007 1:54 pm
Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
Topic: Earning a PPC
Replies: 9
Views: 1711

Without hours on type, probably not. I have found other sources of info since posting as well, and this seems to be the general consensus. The simple answer is appreciated and I look forward to finding my next employer. A friend of mine earned a right seat with Peace Air in the Jetstream with the "...
by avmg
Wed Jan 03, 2007 12:06 am
Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
Topic: Earning a PPC
Replies: 9
Views: 1711

Thank you for the feedback!! I would much rather save some cash and get some real experience in the field... It's how I earned my first job as well, washing A/C, etc.. I landed an instructor / air taxi job that way. I suppose my question was to find out if a PPC would help to continue moving along. ...

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