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by TeddyG
Fri May 10, 2024 3:35 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Spark plugs
Replies: 1
Views: 631

Re: Spark plugs

We use these plugs in multiple aircraft and it has solved fouling issues when taxing without proper leaning.
by TeddyG
Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:20 am
Forum: Pilot Training
Topic: Question about flight following
Replies: 4
Views: 1240

Re: Question about flight following

I would add that even though you can certainly do whatever you like if you're not on a vector, ATC is generally expecting you to fly a direct route so they may quiz you on what you're doing. This doesn't mean they want you to fly a direct route, it just means they may want to know where you are goin...
by TeddyG
Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:16 am
Forum: Pilot Training
Topic: Question about flight following
Replies: 4
Views: 1240

Re: Question about flight following

you're VFR and Flight Following is not a clearance or anything so you are free to fly whatever route you choose. On inital call up i'd just tell them im headed to KMEI and then if they ask or there is time on freq advise you'll be going around the MOAs
by TeddyG
Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Discussions with ATC
Replies: 2
Views: 583

Re: Discussions with ATC

May I? The concern in this matter can be expressed as a question. Does losing an engine in a light twin constitute an emergency? Obviously, the answer, nay, the correct answer, depends upon factors and conditions such as pilot proficiency, meteorological conditions, suitable terrain, proximity to su...
by TeddyG
Sat Mar 30, 2024 3:47 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Engine Longevity Best Practice
Replies: 0
Views: 674

Engine Longevity Best Practice

"Well, it's the moment you've all been waiting for. Below is my list of recommendations for how to make your engine last while it's running. Yes, we will be addressing LOP and ROP. I am hoping this will be worthy of a sticky to match the "ground" thread, and provide a good reference f...