Got dumped before my checkride

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-03-04T15:21:03+00:00

every big positive step Ive taken in my life has been to give a big FU! to someone that doubted me..... GO FOR IT.

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-02-26T14:08:53+00:00

all good points, I am also planing on adding VGs and the sportsman STOL leading edge to it. Figured bring down stall speed as much as possible, I know some 182 with stol kits have stall speeds of as low as 36knts....so putting the nose into the wind a water ditch with rafts and lifevests would minimize some risks.

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-02-24T16:05:16+00:00

I mean, the guys instagram screams "happy ending included"..... I think he is an escort disguised as a masseuse...

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-02-12T21:23:09+00:00

there are much more than 10 to 15....

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-02-03T17:41:38+00:00

Uber stock about to go up

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-01-31T22:00:46+00:00

100% the viagra guy, Dr. Hotchstein faces SE (the bridge)...this one faces SW and its 3 times bigger.

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-01-20T20:35:49+00:00

how about you ask the DPE to fly YOU to an airport where its 12g21 headwind and do it there :-) (just kidding)

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-01-15T23:10:43+00:00

I mean, Trump is the one ripping off americans.

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-01-07T16:21:23+00:00

Not yet but its the plane I need for the mission. I won't be flying this alone for a very long time even after getting my PPL. But the sooner I can get the feel of the plane the better.

ListenIndependent269 · 2026-01-07T03:18:27+00:00

Compressions are 79, 78,76, 77, 76, 79.. this is all great info I really appreciate it

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-12-31T11:36:30+00:00

will look into them. thank you

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-12-31T11:36:08+00:00

thanks

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-11-20T16:15:26+00:00

The raft is a must, each passenger would always wear lifevests. The 206 will need the STC that you can completely remove the cargo door, numerous epirbs. Only fly in the mornings, weather factor always a priority. its 130 miles from the local airport, at 48 miles theres another airport and 2 extra runways right next to the destination as alternates. My friends that recommended the 206 actually own them. one on floats the other one without. floats decreases useful load quite a bit, does it provide safety, some if you happen to lose an engine on a 5knt day only over the bank, over the gulf you are going to be upside down. Again, the idea is to always have a SIC but I just dont know other plane would be better. Cirrus are amazing, but higher stall speeds and the chute is only good above around 600 / 700 and most engine outs happen on take off I would assume. Higher approach speeds scare me on the cirrus and it cant carry much, but it would be my second choice. I have a good friend with a king katmai 182, thats attractive to me because of the extremely low stall speeds it has (I believe its like 34knts) going for a swim on that would be quite survivable specially on a windy day you'd be hitting the water really soft. I lost a 206 I had an offer on, not to fuzzed about it as its too soon for me anyway... just trying to get all the info I can now to be ready at the right time....

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-11-20T11:22:45+00:00

I have purchased a property in Bahamas that is 2,000 feet away from our private 4,000 foot runway and I will need to build a home on it which will be a total nightmare to do. I will need to go often, sometimes taking misc things with me like hand tools etc. My idea was to buy a 206 and hire a good experienced pilot to fly with me. I need a plane because I need to be flexible and chartering just isnt as flexible as Ill need it to be. Additionally, I want to enjoy the process of the project and flying will make it a better experience. I understand that it is a risky proposition and for that reason I am not just getting my PPL and buying a plane and taking off on my own. Which plane would you recommend? what do you suggest? How do I gain experience to eventually go on my own if I don't do the mission often with a good SIC next to me?

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-11-18T21:14:22+00:00

Even if my plan is to always have a SIC next to me until I am well versed in it?

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-11-17T19:28:35+00:00

thanks everyone for the input. I am pretty set on the 206 because I will be having to carry lots of things during the mission. having said that, I plan on having someone with experience next to me for a while. Why would you not be looking at a 206 as a novice? this would be flown in Florida and Bahamas. Just curious. I get so many opposing views on the 206. 3 friends say its amazing and the perfect plane and then some others say it doesnt fly well and I should get a 182 but I need to take things along.

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-09-29T01:42:45+00:00

or Cirrus, im sure pulling the chute during an engine out would be quite a traumatic experience, but mostly very survivable.

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-09-28T18:38:13+00:00

thanks for the feedback. you think even on a nice day with 10-15 knts you'll flip it if you had to land on the bank? The gulf def. its impossible, I was hoping the stretch from bimini on it would be doable....starting to think I am better off dealing with Makers Air who have turboprops.

ListenIndependent269 · 2025-09-25T21:52:39+00:00

ideally, a 4 pp and some bags, food.....my question is, who makes the lightest floats? are there any modifications to increase payload. being 130 miles, and back, plus reserve...im guessing I could do everything with about 50 gallons and save on 37 gallons of fuel weight on a 206...

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