I never found out what was wrong with the borrowed magneto. I gave it back...and as the story said. Replaced the impulse coupler spring on my original mag.
After posting this story years ago. This is the first time anybody asked a question. Sorry it took me a year to notice and answer.
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- Tue Sep 03, 2013 11:07 pm
- Forum: Around the Camp Fire
- Topic: When things don’t ‘CLICK’
- Replies: 4
- Views: 17216
- Fri Nov 12, 2010 12:37 pm
- Forum: Air Canada
- Topic: YYC-YWG routes all Jazz
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1800
YYC-YWG routes all Jazz
As a regular flier on this route. Noticed that all the flights are now Jazz and no Embrauers. Anyone know if this is a short term thing. I found them to be more confortable than the Canadair RJ's. I'd call AC directly but they likely wouldn't tell me the truth anyway and my ear would be sore from ho...
- Mon Oct 04, 2010 11:59 pm
- Forum: General Comments
- Topic: Flying open cockpit
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1106
Re: Flying open cockpit
Yes flying open cockpit is great fun. Except below -14C...
Sorry...not in Alberta often enough (with the plane) to help you out.
Sorry...not in Alberta often enough (with the plane) to help you out.
- Wed Jul 21, 2010 4:31 pm
- Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
- Topic: Norseman Festival again!
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2034
Re: Norseman Festival again!
Just 2 more sleeps!!
- Fri Jul 09, 2010 12:17 am
- Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
- Topic: Norseman Festival again!
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2034
Norseman Festival again!
Looks like this year is the 75th anniversary of the first Norseman flight. Comeing up quick July 23rd. Hopefully there will be a good turnout this year. Not very often you can get an inexpensive ride in a noisy, gangly, slow flying, piece of history. This will be my 6th time going...always a lot of ...
- Tue Dec 22, 2009 7:15 pm
- Forum: General Comments
- Topic: Max tarmac wait: 3hrs
- Replies: 33
- Views: 2456
Re: Max tarmac wait: 3hrs
Wonderful new rule. I fly every 2nd week commercially for the last 2 1/2 years. My worst fear is being stuck in the aircraft for hours on end. I've heard the horror stories...and have been lucky that it hasn't happened to me. Sure the airline may have to change there operations to accomodate this ne...
- Wed Aug 12, 2009 1:18 am
- Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
- Topic: Norseman Festival again
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3554
Re: Norseman Festival again
I think next year I need some good binoculars. Those pictures are almost as exciting as actually watching it happen live.
- Tue Jul 07, 2009 9:00 pm
- Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
- Topic: Norseman Festival again
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3554
Re: Norseman Festival again
If you can't find accomodations. They have underwing camping at the airport. I'm sure they will let you even if the planes not there. They close the main docks on Howey Bay for the weekend for the visiting aircraft. And provide 24 hour security. The airport is in another town 15 minutes away. But th...
- Mon Jul 06, 2009 2:51 pm
- Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
- Topic: Norseman Festival again
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3554
Norseman Festival again
Planning yet again to fly my old bird to the festival again. It's generally a good time.
If you see a wee convertible tied down at the airport...say hello and please offer me a ride into town.
If you see a wee convertible tied down at the airport...say hello and please offer me a ride into town.
- Mon Jul 06, 2009 2:46 pm
- Forum: General Comments
- Topic: Interesting "wildlife" incursion at YYC
- Replies: 22
- Views: 3100
Re: Interesting "wildlife" incursion at YYC
Doesn't overly surprise me. A few years ago I drove my truck over a Walleye. First time I've ever had 'Road Kill Fish'
- Wed Jun 03, 2009 4:47 pm
- Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
- Topic: Planes to consider
- Replies: 46
- Views: 4530
Re: Planes to consider
There are a few 701's and 701 clones on our field. With 100hp they go 95 mph. Shortly therfe will be one on Amphib's...and then can comment on gross water performance. I suspect with 100hp there shouldn't be a problem. Zenair also has come out with the 750. Like a 701 but setup for a small Continent...
- Fri May 22, 2009 12:51 pm
- Forum: General Comments
- Topic: Buying an Owner Maintenance airplane
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4769
Re: Buying an Owner Maintenance airplane
There really isn't a cut and dry answer here. Yes overall the value of a OM aircraft will be slightly lower. This is the reason why you likely wouldn't see very popular and well supported aircraft types like a J3 too often. These aircraft have especially high values and would be dropped significantl...
- Fri May 01, 2009 9:04 pm
- Forum: Flight Training
- Topic: Rec Permit Pilot fliyng into the US
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1093
Re: Rec Permit Pilot fliyng into the US
There is a waiver form for a Canadian Ultralight Pilot Permit, UPP endorsed with pass. Rating, or a Rec Pilot Permit. To fly a Basic Ultralight or Advanced Ultralight into the USA. This waiver does not apply to the same pilot flying a Special Certificate of Airworthiness-Homebuilt, or an Certified a...
- Fri Apr 03, 2009 6:20 pm
- Forum: Flight Training
- Topic: Needing 36 Hours PIC for ATPL
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1745
Re: Needing 36 Hours PIC for ATPL
Go to a meeting of your local RAA, COPA, EAA, or recreational airfield. Network with a few of the senior (aged experienced aircaft owners) that hardly fly anymore. And find a few to fly with. Ideally someone who's lost a medical, still owns an aircraft and isn't quite ready to retire there wings.
- Fri Sep 05, 2008 11:46 am
- Forum: General Comments
- Topic: VFR Position Reports
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1671
Re: VFR Position Reports
Yes the 'any conflicting traffic' nonsense gets annoying after hearing it so many times. But what is worse is when someone gives position reports every 10 minutes. The funniest calls though are the ones for an aerodrome o the wrong frequency...I usually just blindly call on the radio the correct fre...
- Fri Sep 05, 2008 11:35 am
- Forum: Flight Training
- Topic: New Multi-Training in Manitoba
- Replies: 1
- Views: 566
New Multi-Training in Manitoba
Yes a blatant plug.
As of Oct. 01,2008 The Brandon Flying Club (204-728-7691 in Brandon MB) will have a Seneca II Twin online for training.
Just one more option.
As of Oct. 01,2008 The Brandon Flying Club (204-728-7691 in Brandon MB) will have a Seneca II Twin online for training.
Just one more option.
- Sun Aug 24, 2008 3:31 am
- Forum: Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service
- Topic: Beaver seat kills my butt
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2289
Re: Beaver seat kills my butt
Just go to your local Canadian Tire and pick up an OBUS seat cushion. They work great.
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/produ ... 9573722741
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/produ ... 9573722741
- Mon Aug 18, 2008 10:11 am
- Forum: General Comments
- Topic: Personal aircraft survival kits
- Replies: 9
- Views: 872
Re: Personal aircraft survival kits
Previously posted under Survival Kit in a thread a long time ago. I perhaps foolhardily fly on wheels or skis across plenty of bush. These are the contents of my emergency/travel kit. It will all fit into two normal sized duffle bags. In the winter I also wear a PFD approved insulated Mustang suit i...
- Sat Aug 16, 2008 8:47 pm
- Forum: ATS Question Forum
- Topic: PATWAS says forecast not available
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1192
Re: PATWAS says forecast not available
Hoorah!! finally working again. (Only took 70 days)
- Mon Jul 28, 2008 5:00 pm
- Forum: Flight Training
- Topic: Best school for PPL - With instructor shortage?
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2564
Re: Best school for PPL - With instructor shortage?
Consider the Brandon Flying Club in Brandon, Manitoba.
Clear prairie skies, small city atmosphere. And very professional and qualified staff. There is also a large mexican community in Brandon.
http://www.brandonflyingclub.com
Clear prairie skies, small city atmosphere. And very professional and qualified staff. There is also a large mexican community in Brandon.
http://www.brandonflyingclub.com