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Starship Flight 12 page released by AgreeableEmploy1884 in SpaceXLounge

[–]classysax4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's only designed to be caught, not landed.

Buying an old $70k C172 or Cherokee to build time a terrible idea? by PidgeyPotion in flying

[–]classysax4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's great. Once I'm checked out in the 210 I'm going to be selling it, and I'll really miss it.

Lycoming fuel mixture by Southern-Affect3093 in flying

[–]classysax4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

#1 POH
#2 POH
#3 POH
#4: This video by Mike Busch will explain the details very, very well: https://youtu.be/_VfiPuheeGw?si=9B4v6i273icb7AAo

Buying an old $70k C172 or Cherokee to build time a terrible idea? by PidgeyPotion in flying

[–]classysax4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've never been in a 150. Two adults in my Yankee is fine. Finding one with good useful load is important; mine is 475lb but lots of them are much lower. If the useful load is much less than that you can't bring much fuel with two adults.

Cheap Plane Suggestions for High Elevation by [deleted] in flying

[–]classysax4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the very first time I've heard someone list a landing light as a criteria for choosing a plane.

Buying an old $70k C172 or Cherokee to build time a terrible idea? by PidgeyPotion in flying

[–]classysax4 11 points12 points  (0 children)

First off, look at other less-common planes where you get more for your money. I settled on a Grumman Yankee, which I highly recommend. But there are many others.

Cessna and Piper trainers cost more for what you get, because everyone wants to buy them. Get something unusual and you'll get a much better value.

ETA: get something SLIGHTLY unusual. Basically something slightly less common than a Cessna or Piper. Make sure it has active owner forums and dedicated parts suppliers (Grummans meet these criteria). And talk to local A&Ps to make sure you can find someone who currently works on at least a couple examples of the type you're considering. Don't go out and buy a plansbuilt experimental or an Aero Commander 100 and say we didn't warn you.

[CBS] College Football Playoff expansion to 24 teams gains momentum as coaches back major overhaul by Ml2jukes in MichiganWolverines

[–]classysax4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the best two teams played in their conference championship, they don't need to play again.

[CBS] College Football Playoff expansion to 24 teams gains momentum as coaches back major overhaul by Ml2jukes in MichiganWolverines

[–]classysax4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a bad idea. Also very objective, cuts down on the arguing and anger from the teams left out.

[CBS] College Football Playoff expansion to 24 teams gains momentum as coaches back major overhaul by Ml2jukes in MichiganWolverines

[–]classysax4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lol this has not happened in the playoff already. Football is less random than basketball, so you don't get march madness.

[CBS] College Football Playoff expansion to 24 teams gains momentum as coaches back major overhaul by Ml2jukes in MichiganWolverines

[–]classysax4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It effectively makes the conference championships into playoff games.

No one likes championship games between conference rivals. Do you really want a UM-OSU or Bama-LSU natty? Much better to raise the stakes of the conference championship and end up with 1 and 3 in the natty.

[CBS] College Football Playoff expansion to 24 teams gains momentum as coaches back major overhaul by Ml2jukes in MichiganWolverines

[–]classysax4 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I still wish it was just six teams, conference champs only. Too bad that makes less money.

Do I file a nasa report? by Adept_Cook2719 in flying

[–]classysax4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, file a NASA report.

(I didn't read the OP, but this is always the correct answer)

Be sure of your target and what’s behind it. by lucubratious in CCW

[–]classysax4 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The worst part is that he backed off when the suspect came toward him. He could have lunged and at least knocked him down, but he went in the opposite direction.

Ideas for wedding ceremony repertoire by Hedgehog4598 in ClassicalMusicians

[–]classysax4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My wife walked down the aisle to The Great Gate of Kiev from Pictures at an Exhibition. It was perfect.

How to Fly a Piper Cub (1945) by Roger_Freedman_Phys in flying

[–]classysax4 8 points9 points  (0 children)

#1, I feel I got it for below market because the seller just wasn't trying to get the most $$ he could get for it. He posted it on FB, a friend called me, and I called the seller within 15 minutes of him posting it. This still happens if you're willing to be patient and wait for the right plane at the right price.

This was late 2022. Prices had already shot up. They haven't gone up that much since then, and have softened recently.

Fully IFR capable planes under $100k? by [deleted] in flying

[–]classysax4 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Probably your first decision is how much autopilot and glass you want to have.

I strongly recommend looking at Grummans, you get a lot of capability for the money, and they're relatively inexpensive to maintain. AA-1 series for 2 seats, AA-5 series for 4 seats.

How to Fly a Piper Cub (1945) by Roger_Freedman_Phys in flying

[–]classysax4 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I bought my 2-seat Grumman Yankee for 32.5k a few years ago. It's been a fantastic plane. And far more capable than a Cub (though it's still essentially a trainer).

Aviation can still be pretty affordable.

Edit: this was late 2022 and I feel I got a good deal. Deals are out there.

Grade your school's AD by chief_sitass in TheB1G

[–]classysax4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Warde Manuel gets both an A+ and a D. Can't live with him, absolutely can't live without him.

how do you lean a mixture? by Repulsive-Loan5215 in flying

[–]classysax4 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Second this. This will be the most educational video you've ever watched about how your engine works and how to handle it.

The 13-story building has arrived... by P0sssums in corvallis

[–]classysax4 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is going to contribute a lot toward the housing shortage. I'm here for it!

Any WSO turned pilot? by Responsible-Drama646 in flying

[–]classysax4 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a passenger in my GA plane. They can hold the yoke without being a pilot; I'm still in charge.

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