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Forum: Alternative Engines 06-26-2008, 07:09 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 40,996
Posted By Msletten
I believe this was DeltaHawk's original plan, but...

I believe this was DeltaHawk's original plan, but then the FAA changed the rules regarding UAV engines.

As you mentioned, DeltaHawk has received much attention from the military -- primarily for use...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 05-15-2008, 07:00 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,871
Posted By Msletten
Since we're stating our pet peeves...

The correct nomenclature is "non-towered" airport. Calling a non-towered airport "uncontrolled" presents a bad connotation to the general public, and gives some pilots a pass to be idiots. PILOTS...
Forum: Safety 05-11-2008, 08:56 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,009
Posted By Msletten
Risk management and attitude...

WARNING: LONG POST!

Another poster mentioned risk management, but failed to expound. Whether they know it or not, when pilots discuss aviation safety , what they are really talking about is risk...
Forum: RV Friends Who Have Passed On 03-04-2008, 07:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,017
Posted By Msletten
Your joy at knowing Jim and your sorrow and...

Your joy at knowing Jim and your sorrow and sadness at his passing came through five-by-five.

Nothing can prepare you for the loss of a close friendship. You and Jim's family will be in my...
Forum: Autopilots 02-29-2008, 10:36 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,646
Posted By Msletten
Actually...

Directly from the TruTrak ADI User Manual:

"The bank angle display is driven in a manner similar to that used in the pictorial turn and bank. The only difference is that in this instrument the...
Forum: Alternative Engines 02-27-2008, 07:42 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 41,102
Posted By Msletten
Are we still experimenters?

And yet you are building/flying an "experimental" aircraft. Hmmmm. I guess you want to build/fly an experimental, but not TOO experimental. ;)



I didn't interpret Jan's comment in that fashion,...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 02-19-2008, 11:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 49,086
Posted By Msletten
From an "Expert"

The following was posted on the Lancair Mail List.

QUOTE:

I have been involved in the fabrication and repair of advanced composite structures for over 20 years, having worked on such projects as...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 02-19-2008, 07:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 49,086
Posted By Msletten
Read the fine print...

I believe the arguments against MEK are associated with its higher risk of injury due to skin contact. The potential injuries from Acetone are listed as local irritation/dryness. MEK lists "possible...
Forum: Glass Cockpit 02-11-2008, 10:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,882
Posted By Msletten
Gimme needle, ball and airspeed...

It's interesting you say this... When flying IFR in my spam can Grumman Traveler with pure steam gages I always look primarily at the Turn Coordinator for lateral guidance.

Initially, my reasoning...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-26-2008, 07:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,638
Posted By Msletten
Safety glasses are cheap...

I use Starlite safety glasses. They are extremely light and provide full wrap-around UV protection, impact resistance and flat temples to fit comfortably under headsets. They are so light you can...
Forum: Alternative Engines 01-24-2008, 07:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,727
Posted By Msletten
I understand your concerns regarding the relative...

I understand your concerns regarding the relative merits of the Egg package vs Lyco-Continoming, but you inject a great deal of personal observations about Jan, especially having never done business...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-14-2008, 11:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,254
Posted By Msletten
Veddy eentrestink...

That's a very interesting viewpoint.

Are you saying a general FAR restriction to ensure the database is up to date is the only applicable guidance for IFR GPS use by experimental aircraft? Do you...
Forum: Safety 01-14-2008, 06:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,668
Posted By Msletten
Actually, we aren't in disagreement. Perhaps I...

Actually, we aren't in disagreement. Perhaps I worded my suggestion poorly. I believe training the way it's done today SUFFERS because so much attention is diverted to see and avoid. I simply made...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-14-2008, 06:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,254
Posted By Msletten
Thoughts clarified.

It's not only about Garmin making money, it's about requiring the owner to update. With the old UPSAT equipment updating wasn't REQUIRED -- with Garmin equipment it is. Eliminating UPSAT equipment is...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-13-2008, 07:14 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,992
Posted By Msletten
http://silentcoating.com/how.html Here's an...

http://silentcoating.com/how.html

Here's an interesting product. At eight ounces/sq ft when applied in the recommended 50 mil thickness it's not light, but I don't think it needs to be applied...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-13-2008, 06:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,254
Posted By Msletten
I'm convinced this is one of the big reasons...

I'm convinced this is one of the big reasons Garmin chose to cease production on the former UPSAT GPS products, including 480 series. The 480 was originally a UPSAT product. Embarassingly, UPSAT beat...
Forum: Safety 01-12-2008, 08:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,668
Posted By Msletten
Conflict... of interests?

Jordan,

The biggest issue for you to overcome, IMHO, is the inherent conflict of interest between the need for realistic training, and the need to work and play nicely with others.

In a combat...
Forum: Alternative Engines 01-11-2008, 07:20 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,257
Posted By Msletten
Well then we should all scrap our "unsafe and...

Well then we should all scrap our "unsafe and less reliable" experimental aircraft and buy Cessnas.

I'm sorry, I don't intend to be flippant, but I'm bemused that you, as an EXPERIMENTAL aircraft...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 12-28-2007, 07:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,968
Posted By Msletten
Cool Careful... the next thing you know you might be...

Careful... the next thing you know you might be talking about building a PLASTIC AIRPLANE!!!! Oh no!!!!! :eek:

Regards,

Mark Sletten
Lancair Legacy FG (still building, er gluing, er BONDING, that's...
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