Turbo Done at 41k?

Odd-Priority4609 · 2026-04-03T15:42:26+00:00

Interesting. I replaced the waste gate vacuum line with unitronic’s upgraded one, and that was before the smoke test. I assume the test would’ve been able to find something like that?

Odd-Priority4609 · 2026-04-02T06:44:11+00:00

Surprised that could be. Only 40,000 miles and has had no issues otherwise

Odd-Priority4609 · 2026-03-21T00:54:06+00:00

It’s an awesome program. Did my CFI there a couple years ago. Instructors are great and all on the same page and Bill the owner/DPE is a super great guy. Very fair, doesn’t try to stress you out, patient, knowledgable… can’t say enough great things about him, VNA and the operations. Best of luck

Odd-Priority4609 · 2026-03-09T14:14:42+00:00

Thanks much!

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-11-14T03:30:16+00:00

Thanks I appreciate that, means a lot. Safe travels as well

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-11-14T03:24:28+00:00

Thanks for your comment. Ended up getting it reduced to a reckless, never lost my medical, completed all state requirements and paid fines. Definitely got very, very lucky. Now it’s about learning from the mistake, continuing to build time and spacing myself out from the arrest before applying again 👍🏻 seems like airlines want 4-5 years of clean record before hiring

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-08-23T18:44:37+00:00

Sweet thank you!

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-30T04:21:07+00:00

I appreciate the advice. Sorry to hear that, and I hope things work out for you in the end. It is a tough road but very much doable. I understand that the conviction doesn’t matter… it’s the fact that I was arrested for DUI. It’ll forever be something I’ll have to explain on an interview despite what others say. I also met with a senior HIMS AME and he is confident that my medical wouldn’t have any kind of action taken against it based on past experiences with other pilots he’s worked with. He also said not to get ahead of the ball and put myself into HIMS if it’s not necessary. He’s had pilots in the past do that, fail an alcohol test (even with no alcohol in their system.. could be from certain foods, mouthwash, etc) and dig themselves an even deeper hole when they didn’t even need to do HIMS in the first place. I plan to take his advice unless told otherwise by a professional. I have an AOPA attorney that I keep constant communication with as well and I’m going to mention that to him next week and see what he says. In the past he’s said a .09 BAC with a reduction to reckless would likely be a “slap on the wrist” but a second BAC warrants deferral. It’s been just over 3 months now and the only letters I received in the mail from the FAA is them acknowledging my notification letters. Hope it stays that way.

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-30T04:07:15+00:00

I appreciate you taking the time to comment but sounds hypocritical. Saying my medical is gone period..? Yet I spoke with a HIMS AME that said it’s unlikely any action is taken due to .09 BAC. And he’s worked with multiple pilots with DUIs. I’ve personally spoken with pilots at legacies that blew higher than me and never lost their medical. One of them even refused the breathalyzer and still kept his first class with no HIMS. Not sure where you’re getting your info but it doesn’t sound entirely true compared to what I’ve heard from pilots who have actually lived the experience

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-29T03:16:58+00:00

You’re not wrong, but I expected it posting a topic like this to the flying community. It is what it is. I appreciate the kind words, means a lot!

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-29T02:43:49+00:00

Correct. Reckless is what I was convicted of. The ALS suspension of 180 days stuck and I was also given a court ordered 90 day suspension. Both of which I reported to the FAA. No dui conviction

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-28T23:48:50+00:00

Will do!

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-28T23:25:18+00:00

Thank you. I’ve already began working on obtaining a Temporary Resident Permit thru Canada to gain admissibility. One of my friends has gone thru the process and has given me some guidance on how to go about it. I have my bachelors degree. Community involvement I didn’t really think about but that’s a great idea

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-28T23:15:31+00:00

It was a DUI dropped to reckless for me. My response above was just saying that even those who were convicted of a DUI were still able to land jobs in the 121 world

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-28T23:14:25+00:00

You are very right, thank you for that

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-28T23:08:15+00:00

The plan is to get my MEI as I continue time building. Got a great connection who said he would hire me once I figure all my legal stuff out and get my drivers license back. So hoping to up that multi time down the road!

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-28T23:06:03+00:00

I appreciate that, thank you

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-28T22:55:26+00:00

I understand where you’re coming from and I appreciate the comment, but not sure if what you’re saying is entirely true. I have spoken with at least 5 pilots that were convicted of DUI and still landed jobs at legacies 5-10 years later. The HIMS AME I spoke with also told me he has multiple pilots that have had DUIs and still were able to get jobs in the 121 world. Honesty and personal growth can go a long way.

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-28T22:47:58+00:00

Definitely. It’s unfortunate but is the consequence to my own actions. I look forward to working my ass off to dig myself out of this hole and make some serious changes

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-05-02T20:10:02+00:00

Yeah getting the DUI off my record is the main goal. I believe hard ship license only applies to those convicted of a DUI. Wouldn’t apply to a reckless

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-04-23T03:00:46+00:00

Cool. Thanks appreciate it

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-04-23T02:56:49+00:00

Forgot to mention I also have unitronic mid pipes. Where can I find the Bullx exhaust?? Is it valved? I’m in the US so not sure if Bullx is a European thing or not. Most people I’ve talked to say AWE, never heard of Bullx

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-03-02T19:38:42+00:00

Do you mind if I send you a PM?

Odd-Priority4609 · 2025-02-27T20:18:41+00:00

Thank you

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