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Zuldarin 11-14-2013 07:45 AM

Lurking but had to say something
 
Hi Bob, I have been following your plight with a little bit of "so sorry but thank god its not me" attitude. Today when I checked in I was so very impressed, and more importantly, encouraged by your attitude and determination. Please keep pushing to get back into the sky, you are acting as a trail blazer for many of us who have those same "FAA fears".

Z

rzbill 11-14-2013 08:37 AM

Never say never.
My hopes are with you, Bob.

LettersFromFlyoverCountry 12-14-2013 03:31 PM

I had the gentamicin procedure 10 days ago. So far. So good. That is to say, the brain did not like having balance nerves in one ear killed off. After 5 days, I had a vicious vertigo attack. The neurotologist assured me this is normal and will subside as the brain, eyes, joints, and remaining good ear learn to compensate. And, indeed, I am feeling better and going back to work after a couple of weeks off.

So, in effect, I've reset the 6.month clock for seeking special issuance and feel pretty good about things. Hearing in the bad ear is gone for good, though. I'm going to need a good ANR headset.

The plane goes to the paint shop on April 15th so we're keeping hope alive for now.

Mike S 12-14-2013 03:43 PM

And dont forget to wright your state Rep.

http://www.aopa.org/News-and-Video/A...d=131213epilot

Vlad 12-14-2013 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LettersFromFlyoverCountry (Post 834601)

...snip the medical science...


The plane goes to the paint shop on April 15th so we're keeping hope alive for now.


Please share the paint scheme Bob. I hope I didn't miss anything.

Rupester 12-14-2013 05:52 PM

excellent!
 
Glad to hear the medical report. There's a ton of us out here pulling for you!

humptybump 12-14-2013 06:57 PM

Bob, I'm glad you continue to soldier on and have not given up hope!

As for paint, Vlad only asked because he's not completely sure what "paint" really is.

The rest of us are interested in the paint scheme as further inspiration !

LettersFromFlyoverCountry 12-14-2013 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vlad (Post 834618)
Please share the paint scheme Bob. I hope I didn't miss anything.

If you go to the blog and scroll down to "Own This Airplane," you can see the inspiration for it although I have not yet worked with the designers yet on the upgraded RV version.

Vlad 12-15-2013 05:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LettersFromFlyoverCountry (Post 834702)
If you go to the blog and scroll down to "Own This Airplane," you can see the inspiration for it although I have not yet worked with the designers yet on the upgraded RV version.


Neat idea. There is an RV in Finland carrying those green lines on polished aluminum looks great.

Mark Dickens 12-15-2013 05:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LettersFromFlyoverCountry (Post 834601)
I had the gentamicin procedure 10 days ago. So far. So good. That is to say, the brain did not like having balance nerves in one ear killed off. After 5 days, I had a vicious vertigo attack. The neurotologist assured me this is normal and will subside as the brain, eyes, joints, and remaining good ear learn to compensate. And, indeed, I am feeling better and going back to work after a couple of weeks off.

So, in effect, I've reset the 6.month clock for seeking special issuance and feel pretty good about things. Hearing in the bad ear is gone for good, though. I'm going to need a good ANR headset.

The plane goes to the paint shop on April 15th so we're keeping hope alive for now.

Bob,

I admire you for your commitment to getting your medical back and as one who's been half deaf most of his life and a pilot for some 30-odd years, it's not a big deal...yes, get a good ANR headset and you will be great! I can't wait to hear (so to speak) that you're back in the air! You deserve it!


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