Apr 17, 2020 – GAMI Lean Test
One thing I have noticed in perusing the JPI Engine data is that the left engine cylinder #4 has been running significantly hotter than any other. That could be due…
Apr 11, 2020 – Cross Country Run
The virus thing is still going on, but let’s talk about anything else for awhile. N833DF may not be the best Twin Comanche out there, but I can assure you…
Apr 5, 2020 – Satisfying Developments
Beautiful weather today and I took full advantage of it. Bev and I cleaned the dust out of our downstairs living area and polished the furniture. I turned on the…
Mar 21, 2020 – Back home and flying
N833DF Engine Break-in coming along! I have been continuing to fly off the first 10 break-in hours on the engines, while sorting out whatever work remains to get the airplane…
Feb 21, 2020 – Still Learning
I learned a few things recently that I want to share with PA30 owners. How to re-install a nose bonnet on a PA30 the right way, and how to diagnose…
Feb 20, 2020 – Successful 2nd Flight!
It’s Thursday morning and I went into work early. The plan was to leave after lunch to go put another two hours on the airplane at full power. I’m feeling…
Feb 19, 2020 – Successful Return to Flight!!
First Flight: Lots of new things going on in the airplane. New equipment; major maintenance; all new procedures and several modified ones just for the break-in period. The fact that…
Feb 18, 2020 – Flying in the morning!!
Test Flight Scheduled for 9am tomorrow morning. New procedures being reviewed for the run-up and mag check using the new electronic ignition. Paul is still on the road, but Ralph…
Feb 11, 2020 – Dying Inside!!
Ok – so the title is a little melodramatic. I am sitting here in my living room looking out on the C&D canal over my beautiful deck. That very desk…
Feb 9, 2020 – Exciting Developments
Note of appreciation: Josh and others. Thank you for the feedback I’ve been getting on this blog. It is encouraging to see that what I write occasionally has value. What…