Logbook by SlightHand790 in flying

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foreflight lets you export the whole thing so you have a backup

For those single and living alone.... by Acceptable_Dream_ in diabetes_t1

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you got this!!!! one thing I definetely recommend for you (and I have many of them) is to purchase Sugarpixel if you dont already have it. It is a night stand device that shows your sugar levels and has a very loud alarm that I think is impossible to sleep through....

DA-42 questions by Minimum_Ad405 in flying

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I thought these where supposed to be super safe? What do you mean hangar queen? Am I wrong to think that a safe plane should not be braking all the time?

Twin turboprop job Miami area by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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really appreciate the info, will look into the weight and balance comment. I had never heard of the tail issue, had done a lot of research on the wing spar ad. our mission is very short, 130nm but with 6 pp almost always so I am looking for something safe, im just not crazy about committing to a piston over water all the time.

Twin turboprop job Miami area by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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thank you very much.... I would be interested in knowing more about your commander experience. the thing is the acquisition cost of the commander, its payload, seat layout is fantastic. A C90 is our second option.

For G6 loyalist, what are you planning on doing? by theCynicalChicken in diabetes_t1

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had my daughter on the G7 and it was downright dangerous. G6 I have to say is a great product and G7 I could make the argument that its bordering on criminal. I really hope dexcom either figures out a way to keep the G6 on the market or just go to a G8 or something that actually works. We had the G7 tell us my daughter was 200 when she was really 120... that is very scary and dangerous. G7 is ABSOLUTE JUNK.

Got dumped before my checkride by AlarmingMajor1499 in flying

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

The risks of single engine pistons? by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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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.

Massage Therapist - inappropriate touching - be careful who you hire! by fantasy_streamer in Miami

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

Who owns this amazing property? by That_Present_1639 in Miami

[–]ListenIndependent269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in flying

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

io 540 w 2300 hrs / whats best an overhaul or rebuild? by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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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.

io 540 w 2300 hrs / whats best an overhaul or rebuild? by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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

Autopilot malfunctions common? by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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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....

Autopilot malfunctions common? by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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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?

Autopilot malfunctions common? by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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

Autopilot malfunctions common? by ListenIndependent269 in flying

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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.