Re: [Aus-soaring] Contact for Ian Barraclough

2014-06-09 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Stuart Try ianbarra...@gmail.com 0428 4100101 Regards Michael _ From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of SW Plumbing Service Sent: Tuesday, 10 June 2014 1:47 PM To: Discussion of issues relating to

[Aus-soaring] Pretty clever....

2013-07-21 Thread Michael Shirley
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KE00OMiKVQ#at=297 ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring

[Aus-soaring] Asiana mishap

2013-07-21 Thread Michael Shirley
Sorry, I made a mistake the KAL story is in Malcolm Gladwell's book Outliers - here is the relevant text: Of all of Hofstede's Dimensions, though, perhaps the most interesting is what he called the Power Distance Index (PDI). Power distance is concerned with attitudes toward hierarchy,

Re: [Aus-soaring] Asiana Airlines 777 Crash

2013-07-13 Thread Michael Shirley
Malcolm Gladwell wrote a book a few years ago (Blink) with a chapter on KAL and how a Delta captain stopped the string of controlled flight into terrain accidents, by demanding that only English be spoken from the moment of stepping into an aircraft. This was to remove the cultural kowtowing of

[Aus-soaring] FW: Interesting Article on B777

2013-07-13 Thread Michael Shirley
Lifesaving Defence-Tech 'Miracle Materials' in Action By Byron King By now you've probably seen at least some of the wall-to-wall media coverage of the Asiana Airlines flight 214 crash at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). In fact, the tailstrike was about 1,300 feet short of the

Re: [Aus-soaring] Taxying after Landing

2013-03-05 Thread Michael Shirley
It would be nice to think the two aircraft had identified each other at the latest 3 minutes before landing! Regards Michael _ From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of Scott Penrose Sent: Wednesday, 6 March

Re: [Aus-soaring] Taxying after Landing

2013-03-05 Thread Michael Shirley
On 06/03/2013, at 11:34 AM, Michael Shirley michael.shir...@bigpond.com wrote: It would be nice to think the two aircraft had identified each other at the latest 3 minutes before landing! Sometimes radios don't work. Sometimes there is half a dozen people landing at once. Sometimes

Re: [Aus-soaring] Electric replacement for quad bikes around airfields

2013-03-04 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Ian Writing in theoretical terms only, as I have no experience of an electric vehicle able to tow a glider. Damage to grass is a primary concern at Keepit except in years when we have extensive rain (about every 10 years). Damage to grass is directly related to the tyre pressures

Re: [Aus-soaring] Wing covers

2012-09-28 Thread Michael Shirley
After having ordered G109A wing covers last week I was instructed to send payment to Li Jiaxin and not to Kerry-Cover Ltd, which I thought a bit odd. Waiting on shipment details. China on holidays at present. Michael _ From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net

[Aus-soaring] (no subject)

2012-03-27 Thread Michael Shirley
Contact address for Colin Campbell, please, who in September 2010 wrote: [Aus-soaring] Comparative costs to solo, winch vs aerotow Colin Campbell Sun, 26 Sep 2010 20:40:58 -0700 My attempt to gain data on winch vs aerotow costs proved a dismal failure. Apparently the CFI's who subscribe to

Re: [Aus-soaring] Thin Nyloc Nuts

2011-10-30 Thread Michael Shirley
What does SHCS stand for? -Original Message- From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of DMcD Sent: Sunday, 30 October 2011 10:52 AM To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring]

Re: [Aus-soaring] Fw: DG Flugzeugbau - Newsletter No. 156

2011-10-03 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Jane How is your Melatonin supply going? Need more? Regards Michael -Original Message- From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of Tom Jane Gilbert Sent: Monday, 3 October 2011 6:04 PM To: Discussion of issues

Re: [Aus-soaring] Tug tow rope reeling in kit operation

2011-05-16 Thread Michael Shirley
Phil Benke at Caboolture has a Tost winch in his Super Dimona. Regards Michael -Original Message- From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of Roger Druce Sent: Monday, 16 May 2011 3:16 PM To: Discussion of issues

Re: [Aus-soaring] 4 Corners story on QF32

2011-03-30 Thread Michael Shirley
Gary I was told the choice to land overweight (confirmed in the ABC program) was a poor, but necessary choice between continuing to burn off fuel (mostly from one wing as they had lost the transfer pumps - so one wing was ultimately 10 tonnes heavier than the other) causing an increase in the

Re: [Aus-soaring] 4 Corners story on QF32

2011-03-29 Thread Michael Shirley
Unevenly bored oil pipe and full powered take off from LAX was mentioned, though briefly, however four matters (I have read about) were not mentioned: 1. The inability to move fuel from the tail tank meant the calculation of CofG was vitally important if they were to get the nose wheel down

Re: [Aus-soaring] Sale of.....

2010-08-19 Thread Michael Shirley
That would be fine if you wanted to become a power pilot. If you wanted to become a glider pilot your Jabiru offer makes no sense to the potential pilot. Michael -Original Message- From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On

[Aus-soaring] ASK-21

2010-08-18 Thread Michael Shirley
incident, or major repair. There is no other 2-seater with this record! When a few more gliders reach 15,000hrs-18,000hrs LBA will undoubtedly increase the life to 21,000hrs - 24,000hrs - the original limit requested by Schleicher. Regards Michael Shirley

Re: [Aus-soaring] Grounded Blanik L13's

2010-08-17 Thread Michael Shirley
Michael Shirley has an ASK-21 for sale with enclosed trailer - 5 years terms for a club. Phone 0427 108040 _ From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of Bill Tugnett Sent: Wednesday, 18 August 2010 6:22 AM

Re: [Aus-soaring] Wing Signals

2010-05-28 Thread Michael Shirley
...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of Terry Neumann Sent: Friday, 28 May 2010 3:56 PM To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Wing Signals Michael Shirley wrote: And according to BGA winching in the UK is 7 times more dangerous than aerotow - from memory that's

Re: [Aus-soaring] Wing Signals

2010-05-27 Thread Michael Shirley
And according to BGA winching in the UK is 7 times more dangerous than aerotow - from memory that's 7 times as many deaths as from aero towing. Michael -Original Message- From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of Mike

Re: [Aus-soaring] ASH 25

2009-01-06 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Mal Which engine? Cheers Michael _ From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of Mal Bruce Sent: Tuesday, 6 January 2009 6:53 PM To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Subject: [Aus-soaring] ASH 25 The

Re: [Aus-soaring] ASK 21 for sale

2009-01-05 Thread Michael Shirley
You are right. Presently 18,000 hours is the limit, but you get there in 3,000 hour increases. When a few more 21s are at 18,000 hours I would expect a further limit increase. Cheers Michael _ From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net

Re: [Aus-soaring] ASK 21 for sale

2009-01-05 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Bernard As it has not been used for aerobatics I understand the life extension also applies - it is the same age as the gliders used to support the increase to 18,000. Regards Michael _ From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net

Re: [Aus-soaring] Tow Pilot Training

2008-07-31 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Jenny Ian Barraclough approved this method of training. It has been done before at Keepit and other Oz clubs. Suggest you contact Ian Cheers Michael -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Borgelt Sent: Friday, 1 August 2008 8:43 AM To:

Re: [Aus-soaring] Soaring Australia September issue

2008-07-21 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Richard I know it is a blunt approach to marketing, but I have never met anyone who only liked some of the following sports - snow skiing, sailing and soaring. Perhaps we should approach the snow skiers and sailors. Cheers Michael -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee window open during towing is not a good idea!!

2008-07-08 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Ian You are correct: the manual is very clear on not flying with the window open. Regards Michael _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ian Mc Phee Sent: Monday, 7 July 2008 8:09 PM To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject:

[Aus-soaring] PA25-235 Flight Manuals

2008-05-15 Thread Michael Shirley
. Wombat At 13:07 15/05/2008, you wrote: Can anyone point me in the direction of a Pawnee wiring diagram? Preferably a C, or D model. Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details

Re: [Aus-soaring] PA25-235 Flight Manuals

2008-05-15 Thread Michael Shirley
relating to Soaring in Australia.' Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] PA25-235 Flight Manuals I believe all 3 of our Pawnees have flight manuals, including performance charts -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:aus-soaring- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Friday

Re: [Aus-soaring] PA25-235 Flight Manuals

2008-05-15 Thread Michael Shirley
What's the basis for the exemption to the requirement to carry a Flight Manual for glider towing? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Derek Ruddock Sent: Friday, 16 May 2008 1:40 PM To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.'

Re: [Aus-soaring] PA25-235 Flight Manuals

2008-05-15 Thread Michael Shirley
anyone point me in the direction of a Pawnee wiring diagram? Preferably a C, or D model. Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net

[Aus-soaring] PA25 Wiring Diagram

2008-05-14 Thread Michael Shirley
Can anyone point me in the direction of a Pawnee wiring diagram? Preferably a C, or D model. Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net

Re: [Aus-soaring] RE pawnee engine option

2008-05-11 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Peter It is unlikely to be cheaper to buy, or run, than an LS1 V8 - replacement cost A$6,000. Cheers Michael -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, 10 May 2008 12:59 PM To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net

[Aus-soaring] GFA eTug Hyperlink

2008-05-05 Thread Michael Shirley
Some kind soul posted a link to the eTug article on the GFA website. I accidentally deleted the link. May I request a repeat of the posting, please Cheers Michael ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change

Re: [Aus-soaring] -SMA 230 HP aircooled diesel

2008-05-05 Thread Michael Shirley
Dear Nigel Our work on eTug revealed that fuel consumption per se is of much less importance than how many launches are provided per litre burned. The rate of climb and descent are paramount in the cost of launches delivered. Air cooled engines are seriously deficient in the rate of descent

Re: [Aus-soaring] Tow Planes

2008-05-04 Thread Michael Shirley
the aircraft in the Restricted category. CASA have provided an outline of how we can achieve this approval. We are working on it now. Cheers Michael Shirley -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Dorning Sent: Saturday, 3 May 2008 12:21 PM

Re: [Aus-soaring] Side windows for two seat Pawnee

2008-02-03 Thread Michael Shirley
Bill - I have the contact details for someone on the mid north coast and an old window, but am in USA until 20/2/08 if you are still looking then please email again. Michael Shirley _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Tugnett Sent: Monday, 4 February

Re: [Aus-soaring] Lycoming engine

2008-02-01 Thread Michael Shirley
There are two 2007 ADs that relate: AD/LYC/116, AD/LYC/117 - from a brief reading they relate to recently supplied cylinders, heads, crankshaft, so if your engine had not had major work since about 2000 you were not effected. Regards Michael Shirley -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [Aus-soaring] Towplanes for gliders

2007-12-12 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Peter Have a look at the GFA website - there is a detailed report you will find interesting on the search for and development of eTug. Michael Shirley _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter Carey Sent: Thursday, 13 December 2007 1:21 PM To: aus

Re: [Aus-soaring] Need a Lycoming 0-540 B2b5 Engine

2007-08-07 Thread Michael Shirley
. Any takers? We do not want your prop. Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring

Re: [Aus-soaring] Sporting Licences

2007-06-06 Thread Michael Shirley
Many, many, years ago is about right for me too! In the late 50s Sydney Uni provided night lectures in economics (was working full time) so uni life amounted to dinner in the Men's Union and waving to the driver leaving the parking space you coveted. The only way to utilise the other facilities

Re: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee 235 Mixture Cable

2007-06-03 Thread Michael Shirley
Don If that fails contact Fernando Reisin (Buenos Aires) who manufacture the PA25 250-260. Fernando Reisin ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). Cheers Michael _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Patching Sent: Saturday, 2 June 2007 10:42 AM To: Discussion of issues

RE: [Aus-soaring] etugs

2007-04-03 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Wayne Do you wish to contact off line? Regards Michael Shirley Phone: 02 9439 2022 Fax: 02 9438 1819 Mobile: 0427 10 80 40 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wayne Carter Sent: Wednesday, 4 April 2007 9:08 AM

RE: [Aus-soaring] Rear Vision Camera

2007-04-03 Thread Michael Shirley
, 2.4something Hz colour camera, and a Swann colour monitor of which I can't remember model #'s. Will be seeing the unit this weekend and will send further details. Dave L _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Tuesday, 13 March 2007 11:42

RE: [Aus-soaring] Unleaded with Ethanol and glass fuel tanks

2007-04-01 Thread Michael Shirley
ABC Radio today, reported US V8 Race cars have announced that they will all run on 100% ethanol. US car manufacturers will have half their engines able to do the same by next year. Corn farmers are planting 15% more corn for the 114 ethanol plants operating in the USA. Ethanol is coming, we might

RE: [Aus-soaring] Tost wheel brakes

2007-03-28 Thread Michael Shirley
I agree 110% -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Matthew Gage Sent: Thursday, 29 March 2007 4:34 PM To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Tost wheel brakes Neither certification or design are

RE: [Aus-soaring] Tost wheel brakes

2007-03-27 Thread Michael Shirley
What about fences, stumps, drains, etc, that appear in front of you in a perfectly landable paddock - as selected from 1000'. Ground-looping is accentuated by locking up the main wheel and skidding. I prefer to use all the devices provided by the manufacturer and keeping them in good order too -

[Aus-soaring] Rear Vision Camera

2007-03-12 Thread Michael Shirley
about 45 degrees - can anyone help source a robust water resistant 12v video camera? Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman

RE: [Aus-soaring] Rear Vision Camera

2007-03-12 Thread Michael Shirley
, no camera wiring needed. Very compact and easy to use install Unfortunately he is away at the moment but when he returns early April I will mail you the details. Dave Lawley _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Tuesday, 13

RE: [Aus-soaring] Rear Vision Camera

2007-03-12 Thread Michael Shirley
on repeat offences. _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Tuesday, 13 March 2007 12:08 PM To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' Subject: RE: [Aus-soaring] Rear Vision Camera Hi Derek

RE: [Aus-soaring] Rear Vision Camera

2007-03-12 Thread Michael Shirley
water resistant 12v video camera? Michael Shirley __ NOD32 2110 (20070312) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com _ ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net

RE: [Aus-soaring] Rear Vision Camera

2007-03-12 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Mal The Jaycar camera weighs about 170 gms + wire and screen about 0.75 kgs - to compensate (after removing one mirror - weight 1 kg)the pilot must consume 250 mls of water. Cheers Michael -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mal Bruce

[Aus-soaring] Kosola Spar Attach Clusters

2007-03-07 Thread Michael Shirley
Michael Shirley Phone: 02 9439 2022 Fax: 02 9438 1819 Mobile: 0427 10 80 40 [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman

RE: [Aus-soaring] RE: Another fatality

2007-02-26 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Ian Good point. No one has experimented to establish at what speed a Puchatek (and perhaps many other nose-wheel gliders) lose elevator rudder authority. John Viney agrees we should do this experiment. If the LKSC Puchatek is written off it would be a good opportunity to do this test - I have

RE: [Aus-soaring] RE: Another fatality

2007-02-26 Thread Michael Shirley
Michael Shirley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent by: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 27/02/2007 10:55 AM Please respond to Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net cc Subject RE

RE: [Aus-soaring] RE: Another fatality

2007-02-26 Thread Michael Shirley
forward on the stick and applying full rudder inappropriate for a nosewheeel glider? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:aus-soaring- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Tuesday, 27 February 2007 10:17 AM To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring

RE: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan

2006-08-22 Thread Michael Shirley
To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan Michael Shirley wrote: Hi Darryl Robert May I suggest that, Daryl Connell, under 2. Develop the Sport, Strategies, (i) Embracing new technology, include as an objective the creation

RE: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan

2006-08-22 Thread Michael Shirley
Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:aus-soaring- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Tuesday, 22 August 2006 3:34 PM To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' Subject: RE: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan Hi Darryl Robert May I

RE: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan

2006-08-22 Thread Michael Shirley
-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Hart Sent: Wednesday, 23 August 2006 10:33 AM To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan Michael Shirley wrote: Hi

RE: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan

2006-08-22 Thread Michael Shirley
PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Hart Sent: Wednesday, 23 August 2006 10:33 AM To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan Michael Shirley wrote: Hi Robert Please advise contact details for our regional representative

RE: [Aus-soaring] Re: [chat] GFA DRAFT Strategic Plan

2006-08-21 Thread Michael Shirley
a dedicated glider tug, not subject to some of the expensive maintenance requirements imposed on the agricultural use of the same aircraft - e.g. X-ray of wing clusters. Regards Michael Shirley -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter

RE: [Aus-soaring] Warm clothing for high flights

2006-07-09 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Robert If you do not have a flexible cover over the nose release it might be worth inventing some thick rubber cover - with a centre slit through which you attach the rope, with an overlap closure when released, that will keep the icy blast down. For certainty, buy a battery powered boot

[Aus-soaring] Pawnee Speeds

2006-05-22 Thread Michael Shirley
Please advise standard Pawnee speeds for: stall no flap, stall full flap, best angle of climb, best rate of climb, best glide no flaps, empty weight- including unusable fuel and oil Thanks Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus

RE: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee Speeds

2006-05-22 Thread Michael Shirley
I should have added Pawnee 250 hp models -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Tuesday, 23 May 2006 11:01 AM To: aus-soaring lists Subject: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee Speeds Please advise standard Pawnee speeds

RE: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee Speeds

2006-05-22 Thread Michael Shirley
. Subject: RE: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee Speeds Are they not in your flight manual Michael? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Tuesday, 23 May 2006 11:01 AM To: aus-soaring lists Subject: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee Speeds

RE: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee Tail Wheel

2006-04-25 Thread Michael Shirley
and an away operation with the other Pawnee plus someone has used one of the spares leaving the problem item for someone else to fix. Regards Roger Druce From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Shirley Sent: Monday, 24 April 2006 5:23 PM To: aus-soaring lists

RE: [Aus-soaring] Tug or Winch Available?

2006-04-19 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Mark I'll be out of range for a few days. May I call you next week? Regards Michael Shirley Phone: 02 9439 2022 Fax: 02 9438 1819 Mobile: 0427 10 80 40 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mark Fisher Sent

RE: [Aus-soaring] Benalla Hangars

2006-04-04 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Scott Any chance of discussion off line? Your cost is half of our recent hangar cost (no open class gliders). Cannot open your PGP.sig attachment. Regards [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Penrose Sent:

RE: NAS2c circuit calls Re: [Aus-soaring] Queensland EasterCompetition and FLARM

2006-03-26 Thread Michael Shirley
matters. Michael Shirley -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Hart Sent: Friday, 24 March 2006 3:30 PM To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject: Re: NAS2c circuit calls Re: [Aus-soaring] Queensland EasterCompetition

RE: [Aus-soaring] Gary Speight

2006-03-16 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Adam Garry Speight - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Trevor West - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cheers Michael Shirley -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Adam Woolley Sent: Thursday, 16 March 2006 8:08 PM To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Subject: [Aus

RE: [Aus-soaring] ideas please!

2006-03-08 Thread Michael Shirley
Scott You might also consider that many subscribers would look for your reply, not notice your attachment, conclude they had read all there was and delete! I just did that today! Cheers Michael -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Glenn McLean

RE: [Aus-soaring] Help!

2006-02-15 Thread Michael Shirley
Lake Keepit has air conditioned first class cabins, very comfortable! Cheers Michael -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Penrose Sent: Thursday, 16 February 2006 9:51 AM To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Subject:

RE: [Aus-soaring] Luggage compartment pressure in commercial flights

2006-01-26 Thread Michael Shirley
I took an altimeter on board a number of aircraft and checked from time to time. I found 747 400 pressurised to about 6500, but older aircraft go higher. Cheers Michael -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Brett Kettle Sent: Friday,

Re: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee flap drive bellcrank.

2005-12-08 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Don If you fail to source the bellcrank in Australia and before asking for a price from USA, try asking Fernando Reisin [EMAIL PROTECTED]- he is the agent in Buenos Aires for the company that bought all the PA25 rights, parts, jigs,equipment from Piper in about 1998. He is slow, but a

Re: [Aus-soaring] Air-sickness + dehydration?

2005-12-02 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Ian You might recommend for women they buy incontinence pads - all chemists. Cheers Michael - Original Message - From: Ian McPhee [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Sent: Friday, December 02, 2005 1:13 PM

Re: [Aus-soaring] colors

2005-11-27 Thread Michael Shirley
Back in the 1950s, when I first learned to fly, red/green colour blindedness was of fundamental importance as ATC was communicated by the tower pointing a red (refusal), or green (approved) light at you. I think it then took a few decades for CASA to realise the earlier criteria might have

Re: [Aus-soaring] ASK 21m

2005-11-23 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Rob It has gap seals all roundwhich Ian McPhee assures meimproves L:D by 10% and at last week's comp it certainly flew at this level of performance Cheers Michael - Original Message - From: Boonahgliding To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.

Re: [Aus-soaring] ASK 21m

2005-11-22 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Gavin In the December issue of Aust Soaring will bethe followingad: "ASK-21 refinished in Dulux 2K, ground handling equipment, one new canopy, Cambridge Nav GPS/w rear screens, gap seals, 38:1, ideal x-c trainer, factory spin-kit enabling identical spin characteristics irrespective of

Re: [Aus-soaring] contact Peter Holmes

2005-11-07 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Chris Phone Peter on 0437835541, or 0754641506 Cheers Michael - Original Message - From: Chris To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2005 12:20 AM Subject: [Aus-soaring] contact Peter Holmes Hi Guys I'm trying to contact Peter Holmes,

Re: [Aus-soaring] ACCIDENT INCIDENT REPORTING

2005-11-07 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Fellow Pilots Have I missed something in this exhaustive debate? Airline pilots and other pilots generate detailed reports of their accidents/incidents. These are widely circulated. I have always assumed they did this to help others learn from their mistakes/errors of judgement, etc. So

Re: [Aus-soaring] ACCIDENT INCIDENT REPORTING

2005-11-01 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Guys Gals Learn from the mistakes of others. You will not live long enough to make them all yourself! Cheers Michael Shirley - Original Message - From: Geoff Kidd To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2005 10

Re: [Aus-soaring] Zaon Flight Systems collision avoidance

2005-10-26 Thread Michael Shirley
Title: Message Hi Dave Very supportive of this plan. What do we need to do to fit Pawnee PIJ? Cheers Michael - Original Message - From: Dave Shorter To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Sent: Wednesday, October 26, 2005 11:06 AM Subject:

Re: [Aus-soaring] Impact absorbing foam

2005-09-24 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Jeff You could also try Phil Gorman, Specialty Foam, 12 Nicholas Drive, Casuarina, WA 6167 08 9419 4004 Cheers Michael - Original Message - From: Jeff Jenny Maguire To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' Sent: Saturday, September 24, 2005

[Aus-soaring] Pawnee fuel shut off valve

2005-09-05 Thread Michael Shirley
Anyone got an old shut off valve for an A model - serial number 25-2218? Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Aus-soaring] A NEW APPROACH TO GFA PROMOTION MEMBERSHIP??

2005-08-31 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Ian You can teach old dogs new tricks, it just takes longer Michael - Original Message - From: Bob Flood To: Dave Shorter ; Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2005 8:38 PM Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] A NEW

Re: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee Sealed Struts

2005-08-24 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi John I thought the Gippsland Aeronautics still needed X-Ray check, but not as often as the Piper originals. Is this incorrect? Do you know how much they charge? Cheers Michael Shirley - Original Message - From: J Hudson To: Discussion of issues relating

[Aus-soaring] Pawnee Sealed Struts

2005-08-23 Thread Michael Shirley
Anyone interested in sharing the cost to import a set of sealed struts for your Pawnee and save the time and cost of having the old struts X-Rayed every 2 years? Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net

Re: Fw: [Aus-soaring] FLARM-Oz made

2005-07-29 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Nigel Congratulations cheaper and ADS - B reception sounds too good to be true! Cheers Michael - Original Message - From: RF Developments Pty Ltd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Sent: Friday, July

[Aus-soaring] Pawnee wing tanks

2005-07-19 Thread Michael Shirley
We have two Pawnee wings with tanks installed and would like to swop two wings with a Pawnee with no wing tanks. Anyone interested? Regards Michael ShirleyEmail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph: +61 2 94392022Mob: (0427) 108040 ___ Aus-soaring mailing list

Re: [Aus-soaring] Pawnee wing tanks

2005-07-19 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Derek I can understand your interest as there are marginal stability benefits of full wing tanks on rough days, but we propose using the aircraft on Lake Keepit, where it will be parked across a slope, a lot. Unless you remember to shut off the fuel it runs to the lower tank and onto

Re: [Aus-soaring] G109A maintenance issues

2005-07-18 Thread Michael Shirley
 Hi Sean Is it Rudi Gaissmaier you are after? [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have the unit you want, but I want to sell it with the engine and propeller! Bit expensive for what you want to repair! Regards Michael ShirleyEmail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph: +61 2 94392022Mob: (0427) 108040 - Original

[Aus-soaring] Pawnee Fuel Cell

2005-07-17 Thread Michael Shirley
Who has a spare standard pawnee fuel cell that is situated in the fuse behind the firewall, capacity about 150 litres? Cheers Michael ShirleyEmail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph: +61 2 94392022Mob: (0427) 108040 ___ Aus-soaring mailing list

Re: [Aus-soaring] Looking for a tug

2005-06-27 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Ben VH-PIJ a 250hp 2 seater is available immediately. Please advise terms Regards Michael ShirleyEmail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph: +61 2 94392022Mob: (0427) 108040 - Original Message - From: Geoff Vincent To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.

[Aus-soaring] Grob 109A Screen

2005-06-26 Thread Michael Shirley
Who would havethe left half of a canopy to suit a G109A? Regards Michael ShirleyEmail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph: +61 2 94392022Mob: (0427) 108040 ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details,

Re: [Aus-soaring] Grob 109A Screen

2005-06-26 Thread Michael Shirley
the Air Fice Cadet GC 109 here to take a mold. Sean Michael Shirley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Who would have the left half of a canopy to suit a G109A? Regards Michael Shirley Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ph: +61 2 94392022 Mob: (0427) 108040

[Aus-soaring] Container space from Germany

2005-06-20 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Everyone Please let me know if anyone is shipping a container from Germany after 20/8/05 I have a cratedengine and wish to share space - preferably to Sydney. Can assist with freight rates to anywhere and Customs clearance if to Sydney.. Cheers Michael Shirley

Re: [Aus-soaring] Looooong trailer registration

2005-06-19 Thread Michael Shirley
The draw bar weight should be as specified by the draw bar and car manufacturer, usually between 30 and 50 kgs. The point to be achieved is some weight on the tow bar, but not more than the car suspension can handle - or the front geometry does not work as designed. Cheers Michael Shirley

Re: [Aus-soaring] Looooong trailer registration

2005-06-16 Thread Michael Shirley
is to save RTA embarrassment. Cheers Michael Shirley - Original Message - From: Jason and Jemima Armistead [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Sent: Friday, June 17, 2005 12:03 AM Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Long

[Aus-soaring] Limbach L2000

2005-06-15 Thread Michael Shirley
Hi Everyone I was told someone in SA was seeking to buy a Limbach L2000 engine. I have one for sale (including propeller and operating mechanism) and would be pleased to be put in touch with the enquirer. Cheers Michael Shirley ___ Aus-soaring