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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 to the break-in not being completed, or it may indicate … Continue reading
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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 it is the most expensive This quote is something I … Continue reading
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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 electrostatic air filter and fan, and verified all the heating … Continue reading
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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 into fighting condition, and 100% ready for instrument flying. Things … Continue reading
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 an electrical problem caused by a failed alternator (presumably). I … Continue reading
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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 a little crunched on time – given what I have … Continue reading
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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 I haven’t touched a light airplane since July makes me … Continue reading
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 also worked on the airplane and is available. Fly 2 … Continue reading
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 is bathed in soft blue accent lighting, and covered completely … Continue reading
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 a really great week! In the month where I normally … Continue reading