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The Ops Group has just published a detailed report into the effect of GPS Spoofing , primarily as it affects international aviation. Although the impact on ADS-B in and out traffic systems is mentioned, it is "dismissed" since TCAS only...

I've been using B&Q style draft excluder on the door/fuse gap for some time. You know the sort - 1/4" with peel off paper strip and self adhesive. It kinda works but either peels off or breaks down.

Has anyone got connexions with...

Hi all,

So I recently came into possession of a number of 39 inch tyres from a Boeing 707, I am looking to store them long term in something other than a wheelrack (due to space constraints).

I've looked at this every way I can think and I've...

Hello all,

Whilst putting my Jodel back together I've reached a decision point.
1. Once the wing is back on there is no real access into the rear fuselage, so no access to the antennas.
2. There is only 1 official hole through which to route 1 X...

It will be mainly dictated by your wallet and willingness to invest time, money and effort.

My Jodel grp engine cowling and wheel pants really need a re-spray.
I can do the work and have the spray gear, but I need advice on prep and the newer paint types; I’m used to cellulose paints and 2 pack from years ago- but that’s it.

The cowling...

I'm in the very final stages of rebuilding a VW1600 engine with oversight from my inspector. 95% complete - just connecting bits up now.

In a nutshell: I have 2 x female AN10 sockets that I need to connect oil lines to, each terminating on a male...

Hi all,

So this is probably going to be one of those weird threads that gets tons of sarcastic responses, but let’s give it a shot.

First, a bit of context. I’m a robotics student who as a part of their studies has to design, develop and...

Does anyone know if engine oil (say, W80) has a shelf life when still sealed in its original unopened bottles? I was rummaging around in my garage yesterday and found a box of 6 bottles of it which I’d forgotten I had. I think they will be about 8...

Had the remove the right hand exhaust system to replace a blown gasket. All done (but what a faff getting the nuts back on!)

Bought new Scat tubing for the carb inlet system to replace 9 year old but refitting it has thrown up a question.

This...

Niche question, but wondered if anyone here could help.

VW 1600 engine, Peacock conversion.

I'm trying to find the right gasket to fit in the joint between a Solex carb and a heat exchanger box, but I'm not having much success.

The gasket...

I have been flying a C172M during flight school and have progressed after completing training to a C172K but have noticed little differences after a few months.

Specifically the C172K has a lot more natural pitch up tendencies in the takeoff and...

Are Lithium Ion batteries safe to use in aircraft as the main engine starting and avionics battery as a lead acid replacement?
They save weight, but they do worry me as I see many reports of battery packs igniting.
Despite this I see some...

When an engine's TBO is 2000 hours.
Is it 2000 hours engine running time ?
Is it 2000 hours bloc time?
Is it 2000 hours airborne?

Does it depend on the maintenance programmed?

I have the standard original tyres which are 20/7.00-8 (i.e 20" dia, 7" wide, 8" wheels) and they need replacing. They are 2 ply lawn tractor tyres buffed smooth and very round cross section. It's all part of the bush flying/STOL...

EASA have copied the FAA proposed final ruling on inspecting the rear mounting bolts on some aircraft wings. This is due to the discovery of a double drilled hole following repairs to one aircraft. As written it grounds all affected aircraft until...

The Garmin sims (both Windows and iPad based) for the GTN650xi include SAR search pattern options that can be loaded into a flight plan, over and above the usual 'hold over' function.

I don't see this feature on my 650xi.

I'm wondering whether...

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I've got an Ameriking AK-350 altitude encoder (connected to a Bendix King KT76 transponder) that wanders. I've just found an old Terra AT3000 encoder in a box.
Are the pinouts for encoders standardised please? It would be nice to be able to...

At the suggestion of the AAIB, the CAA have issued the linked Safety Notice covering two inspections on the nose and main gear of PA28 and 32 aircraft.

The notice can be downloaded here:

The two accident reports mentioned are here:

Those of you owning or maintaining PA28/32 aircraft may want to take a look at the latest Service Bulletin from Piper regarding the long running saga of eddy current inspections for the wing mounting bolts. I won't try to summarise all nineteen...

Flying back down the coast around Newcastle the other day while on their listening squawk, they contacted me to ask what my altitude was, as they were reading that I was 2300ft.
After a brief panic because thier airspace was 1500ft up i realised...

On the basis that there's no such thing as a stupid question...I'm asking a stupid question which will seem laughably obvious to those who know such things.

I have very nearly completed the restoration of my Taylor Mono, working under the...

I was recently undergoing a renewal flight, and the instructor had some very strong opinions on the way to carry out a dead-cut check which didn't quite align with my previous instruction, and I'd appreciate other considered views. My previous...

I would like to try and plot all my flights that I do over a year (just for fun) to create a "heat map".
I can download the KML format tracks from FR24 but am struggling to find a way to upload them to a suitable map. I did try "My...

Came across this which is quite interesting. To me, anyway!

kJyd6C99_3g

Without wanting to cause a fuss, some advice would be really helpful.

Under the guidance of my very experienced inspector, I am restoring a Taylor Mono that hadn't been flown for a decade. I say 'restore', because actually it was in great nick when...

Hi Folks,

Has anyone managed to fit either of the Garmin G5/GI275 replacement instruments in the HSI position and connect to this Navomatic 300A autopilot?
The G5 install manual does not list the 300A as being compatible but the 300 and 300B seems...

Can anyone recommend a good place to get an instrument panel ( aluminium) CNC cut from a dimensioned sketch or template?
Most places I've found advertising on the net are set up for volume, or else one-off's in wood.
Somewhere in the South...

Got this from Vintage Piper AC
Fellow VPACer and professional engineer, Pete Whitehead, is after a length of “Diagonal Rib Repair Strip” in order to complete some repairs to the wing of a SuperCub. Whilst the strip is available via Univair - P/N...

Hi all,

I have a Yaesu FTA 550 handheld in my microlight. As a temporary bodge before I install a proper intercom, I'm using the supplied SCU-15 adaptor. As far as I can tell, everything is in good condition, but though I can head incoming...

Hi,

I'm currently flying a PA28 warrior II , have about 56 hours in it. Using the pooleys checklist for it, it says to check engine for dead cut before shutdown, which I've been taught to do by checking the right and left mags one by one to see if...

Our TB is a 28 volt version with (I assume) a 24 volt battery. It reads approx 25 volts when master switched on and (I assume) fully charged. It would have the load from an RMI with flux gate and JPI engine monitor and all the warning lights, but...

Looking for anyone in the UK that needs to change the bungees on their PA18, J3 or possibly a Pacer in the coming months.

Having done the job a few times, it has always been an "adventure" so I decided to build a substantial rig to take...

Hi guys and gals.

Does anyone out there operate a Robin DR 400? I'm sure there is . If so, I need to pick some brains over issues of maintenance, and the maintenance organisation we use.

Steve.

I have been tasked with arranging the mothballing of our Tugs engine.

It has less than 1k hours on it, and is in perfect condition.

Could anyone point me in the correct direction to get some advice on the matter, from the simple question of...

So, on my newly acquired aircraft the mixture was in what to me was an odd position, and it was stiff/awkward.
There was also a nick in the cable outer (engine-side) which I didn't like the look of.
So having spoken to my LAA chappie I bought a...

Hi All,

we are in the process of getting quotes to replace our aging KX155 in our 1977 C172 with something a little more modern and compliant (probably a Garmin GNC255A) . We already have a 430W which is on the cards to replace, but that is another...

I've recently bought an aircraft with the above tyres fitted to Matco split-rim wheels.
The tyres are marked TT, (tube type) but do not have inner tubes.

Anyone out there have knowledge as to whether this is standard practice? Only came to light...

One of my headsets has a standard 3.5mm (aux) input in the ear cup which lets me listen to stuff on long cross country trips, and there's always the fancier bluetooth ones if you want to spend a bit more.

But I wonder if there exists something...

Hoping someone might have some ideas?

I have a 182Q and the oil temp and pressure gauges within the 6 pack instrument cluster are starting to fail.

Can one buy a replacement traditional cluster, or better still get them repaired?

I don’t ideally...

The wifi on my iPad seems to be playing up. It struggles to stream video’s without pausing to cache and I’ve had 2-3 wifi drop outs whilst using SkyEcho.

Is there any way to test my iPad to see if the wifi module is ok, or whether it has enough...

Hello folks,
Recently I bit the bullet and bought my first (and probably only) aircraft, a Jodel D11 series.
It has a C90 engine. Everything is fine, but I'm unhappy with the ignition leads to the upper spark plugs (I haven't scrutinized at the...

I need the wisdom of crowds to help me identify a nut and - thus - the right tool to remove it. Not having much joy so far!

VW engine crankshaft, peacock conversion. Unclear as to the engine provenance, but suspect it was rebuilt around 2000 - 2005...

I saw in another thread that there's a person (possibly a company) who are able to do this - can anyone point me in the right direction? Cheers

Anyone got a good recommendation for someone to inspect and flow check a Marvel Schebler carburettor?
And location

Hi, my Flight Design CTLS has developed an intermittent (but now more persistent problem). When using an active headset (Bose A20 & Dave Clarke) I can hear perfectly, but they are only transmitting a carrier wave. When I plug in older passive...

On my rebuild, I've received two VW engines: the one that I've taken off the aircraft and a spare.

On stripping the 'A' engine, we've learnt that the Barry Smith interference-fit prop hub was potentially forced onto the crankshaft a little...

I've bought and have read (first pass) the fantastic Tom Wilson book 'how to rebuild your VW air-cooled engine' ahead of a project purchase I'm hoping to complete in the next few weeks.

Ahead of time, I'm trying to do a bit of research on the...

Need a new panel making for our Ma5 rebuild, does anyone know where I can get this please?

Observations / questions on the below with the Garmin GNX375 if anyone knows or has any experience please!

Avionics master – ON then powers ON the GNX automatically – I believe this is normal and is a selectable part of the installation wiring...