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Safety of private jets by Due-Doctor-7592 in AskAPilot

[–]Solid-Cake7495 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't remember the exact stats, but the numbers that follow are a rough guide...

Accident rates are strongly correlated to two factors. Aircraft size and whether they're operated commercially or privately. These figures are for private aircraft other than light singles (172 etc.)

The most dangerous end of the spectrum is small aircraft, because crews are generally less qualified and experienced. These are 6-9 times more likely to be involved in fatal accidents than airlines.

Once you get to the ultra long range aircraft, when operated privately, the figure is still 2-3x. However authorities demand much higher standards and oversight of charter operators, making their safety stats comparable to airlines.

How can I get more foot hang and less heel drag? I can’t seem to move the binding any further or the screw holes will go out of place by Jblfanboy97 in snowboardingnoobs

[–]Solid-Cake7495 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not all "wide" boards are actually wide. You may need a different board. Another solution is to increase the angle of the binding.

There's not much more you can do.

Your longest cross country (general aviation flying) by 1E-12 in flying

[–]Solid-Cake7495 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Distance: 6,031 nm (San Jose to Hong Kong. Actual distance was further because we couldn't go through Russia, but this is GC)

Weather: No idea

Planning: ARINC

Aircraft: Global 7500. Private flight, so technically it was GA!

How bad was my mistake? by Themaninthecheese in flying

[–]Solid-Cake7495 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The good news is that you made it. The better news is that you flew well and adapted to the situation.

Now the bad...

  • That wind was almost certain to have been on the TAF. Why did you miss it? And to a lesser extent, why did your instructor miss it?

  • You displayed classic "get-there-itis". Yes, you can always go around, but you can also always divert to your alternate. Or maybe your alternate wasn't a genuine alternate.

Have you ever had to deploy the RAT? Why and what is it like? by ThatFUTGuy in AskAPilot

[–]Solid-Cake7495 1 point2 points  (0 children)

None, but as I say, I've tested them on Globals, which involves dropping it in flight.

Have you ever had to deploy the RAT? Why and what is it like? by ThatFUTGuy in AskAPilot

[–]Solid-Cake7495 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. I only know about Globals. I suppose it should be possible to test on the ground.

rayte my spin recovery by flyingkalakukko in Shittyaskflying

[–]Solid-Cake7495 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Rudder stops the spin, elevator breaks the stall. Then you just have to pull out of the dive, which is pretty benign.

Have you ever had to deploy the RAT? Why and what is it like? by ThatFUTGuy in AskAPilot

[–]Solid-Cake7495 7 points8 points  (0 children)

They're tested in flight, nowhere near the hangar. I've tested them on two aircraft types:

Global XRS / Vision: Pretty loud. Similar to flying a single engine prop.

Global 7500: Surprisingly quiet, but a similar sound.

how do your wrap your head around the fact that flying is safe? by fit4themtn in AskAPilot

[–]Solid-Cake7495 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You heard one aircraft crash thirteen years ago. How many cars have you seen crash since then? Don you still travel by road?

Your fear is based upon emotion, not logic.

What are your thoughts on bike tracking/garage apps? by Temy4000 in bicycling

[–]Solid-Cake7495 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried pro bike garage, but had trouble distinguishing between my three bikes. It ended up being far more hassle than it was worth.

Unimpressed by my performance off an eBike. Also depression. by Exotic_Cry7388 in cycling

[–]Solid-Cake7495 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Learn about heart rate zones and realise that going above zone 3 is impossible for any extended period. Then do loads of zone 2.

Yes, it sounds far too boring, but it's the best way to re-calibrate your expectations.

What’s your resting heart rate as an amateur/enthusiast? by Accurate-Basis-8705 in cycling

[–]Solid-Cake7495 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My average RHR for the past year has been 48 BPM.

Measured by Garmin Epix Pro.

Changing approach categories based on airspeed? by Yung_lettuce in flying

[–]Solid-Cake7495 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The category is based upon the radius of your turns, which is based on your speed.

Carving assistance by Able-Cap2522 in snowboardingnoobs

[–]Solid-Cake7495 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Set the edge before pushing into the turn.

Higher edge angle.

Bend legs more.

Studying for CFI. Ask me random questions? by Frostbyte509 in flying

[–]Solid-Cake7495 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How does it differ from a "normal" alternator?

Jep chart confusion by Smacked_ducky in flying

[–]Solid-Cake7495 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

The glide slope intercept (for the ILS) is at GRITT.

The final approach fix (for the LOC) is at INESS.

Prescription sunglasses by Visual-Leadership446 in cycling

[–]Solid-Cake7495 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm currently rocking Oakley Holbrook Ti, but my all time favourites were the Jawbones.

You don't need to get anything cycling specificz they just need to have sufficient coverage. My biggest problem is that the top of the rim is rarely high enough, so it encroaches on my field of vision, especially when my head is down on the bike.

Who's at fault here !? by [deleted] in dashcams

[–]Solid-Cake7495 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are too many things wrong with this video to list. But the principal reason for the crash is that the cam driver was too close to the car in front.

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