|
-
POSTING RULES
-
Donate yearly (please).
-
Advertise in here!
-
Today's Posts
|
Insert Pics
|
02-10-2019, 12:54 AM
|
|
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Ottawa, Ks
Posts: 2,188
|
|
I knew it might be a hurdle, but we donned the cannulas shortly after takeoff from KRTN. With a little coaching Pie begrudgingly listened to my coaching and the O2D2 pulse demand controller verified O2 delivery with every breath. I couldn't get my pulse oximeter to read her finger, so I kept a close eye for any physical symptoms of hypoxia by little alphabet and number games and the never ending "I spy with my little eyes......"
I really like the added flexibility of altitude for fuel burn and winds, I know the engine failure scenario at cruise is less likely but again more options. I haven't verified with the pump yet but my best guess is 14-15 gallons for the 2.5 hour flight. Pie didn't want me to take her pic with the cannulas on, she was either tired or had flash backs to hospital days. I can see her reflection in the MFD.
The big boys seem so much closer up here.
The home runway was in about the same shape as when I left, I'm still trying to interpret the new Notam description. Light winds with marginal crosswinds favored the pavement over the grass. I still made the first taxiway after landing, hardest part was pushing the airplane into the hangar.
Amazing airplanes and amazing people, keep building you'all!
__________________
RV 7 400 hours and counting
19 donation done
Last edited by crabandy : 02-10-2019 at 01:00 AM.
|
02-10-2019, 05:53 AM
|
 |
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Hinckley, Ohio
Posts: 2,056
|
|
Heartwarming... Very happy for you and Pie.
I have a 10-year-old granddaughter born with DiGeorge syndrome and Tetralogy of Fallot. Olivia had her first open heart operation at 8 months. A baby’s heart at that age is size of a walnut. Five repairs including mechanical valve. Second heart operation at 2-1/2 re-routed a pulmonary artery, closed a second hole in her heart, and replaced mechanical valve with a valve from a pig. Most humbling day of my life.
To put life in perspective, read the book Walk on Water: The Miracle of Saving Children's Lives
Olivia is ten years old now and runs like the wind. Ornery and stubbiness I think are inherited from the pig…
__________________
-
Jim Stricker
EAA #499867
PPL/ASEL 1970 - Sport Pilot since 2007
80 hrs Flying Aeronca Chief 11AC N86203
1130 hrs Flying 46 Piper J-3 Cub N6841H
Bought Flying RV-12 #120058 Oct 2015 with 48TT - Hobbs now 618 
LSRM-A Certificate 2016 for RV-12 N633CM
Special Thanks... EJ Trucks - USN Crew Chief A-4 Skyhawk
MJ Stricker (Father & CFI) - USAAF 1st Lt. Captain B-17H
Last edited by Piper J3 : 02-10-2019 at 05:59 AM.
|
02-10-2019, 06:00 AM
|
|
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Kansas
Posts: 168
|
|
Andy,
What a wonderful update! Great to hear about Pie and her ongoing recovery. Enjoyed getting an update on what's been going on. Looks like the last few days was the trip of a lifetime.
We need to get together one of these days, have a cup of coffee, and catch up.
Fred
__________________
Dues Paid for 2020
RV-14
Empennage Complete (including fiberglass)
Wings complete (including fiberglass)
Fuse joined and working on painting interior
|
02-10-2019, 06:54 AM
|
|
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: Oceanside, California
Posts: 106
|
|
That was a fun read. Albeit a bit scary in the beginning.....You are truly blessed Andy. Best of luck to you, Pie and your whole family! Thanks for sharing!
__________________
Ben
2019 dues paid.
RV7 empennage acquired and the "journey" has officially begun. Wings are here!
|
02-10-2019, 09:34 AM
|
|
unqualified unfluencer
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Highland Village, TX
Posts: 4,086
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by crabandy
Blessed we are, I am thankful for the therapeutic writing and support I receive on VAF.
|
What wonderful news regarding your amazing daughter! Thank you for update and great trip report. I smiled through the whole thing.
Made my day!
v/r,dr
__________________
Doug Reeves (your host) - Full time: VansAirForce.net since '07 (started it in '96).
- Part time: Supporting Crew Member CAE Embraer Phenom 300 (E55P) @ KDFW.
- Occasionally: Contract pilot (resume).
|
02-10-2019, 06:49 PM
|
 |
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Rio Communities, NM
Posts: 153
|
|
Andy: Great story and photos. You can't beat Angel Fire for fantastic "comfort" skiing, ask me how I know.
Watch out for those cholla cactus, they'll actually chase you down.
__________________
Steven Hild
Rio Communities, NM USA
RV-7, N590SC Flying
Contributing annually since January 2002
|
02-10-2019, 10:56 PM
|
|
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Ottawa, Ks
Posts: 2,188
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Piper J3
Heartwarming... Very happy for you and Pie.
I have a 10-year-old granddaughter born with DiGeorge syndrome and Tetralogy of Fallot. Olivia had her first open heart operation at 8 months. A baby?s heart at that age is size of a walnut. Five repairs including mechanical valve. Second heart operation at 2-1/2 re-routed a pulmonary artery, closed a second hole in her heart, and replaced mechanical valve with a valve from a pig. Most humbling day of my life.
To put life in perspective, read the book Walk on Water: The Miracle of Saving Children's Lives
Olivia is ten years old now and runs like the wind. Ornery and stubbiness I think are inherited from the pig?
|
Jim,
Thanks for the story, humbling indeed. I?m putting in a hold on that book....
__________________
RV 7 400 hours and counting
19 donation done
|
02-10-2019, 10:58 PM
|
|
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Ottawa, Ks
Posts: 2,188
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Reflex
Andy,
What a wonderful update! Great to hear about Pie and her ongoing recovery. Enjoyed getting an update on what's been going on. Looks like the last few days was the trip of a lifetime.
We need to get together one of these days, have a cup of coffee, and catch up.
Fred
|
Fred,
Hope the 14 is doing well and yes, I?ve got a punch card at ?Mug Shot!?
__________________
RV 7 400 hours and counting
19 donation done
|
02-10-2019, 10:59 PM
|
|
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Ottawa, Ks
Posts: 2,188
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by rackley16
That was a fun read. Albeit a bit scary in the beginning.....You are truly blessed Andy. Best of luck to you, Pie and your whole family! Thanks for sharing!
|
Thanks Ben,
Yes Truly Blessed!
If I’m ever visiting my Father in Law in Vista, Ca I’ll look you up!
__________________
RV 7 400 hours and counting
19 donation done
Last edited by crabandy : 02-10-2019 at 11:07 PM.
|
02-10-2019, 11:13 PM
|
|
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Ottawa, Ks
Posts: 2,188
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by DeltaRomeo
What wonderful news regarding your amazing daughter! Thank you for update and great trip report. I smiled through the whole thing.
Made my day!
v/r,dr
|
Doug,
Thanks again for hosting this outlet for RV nerds. It has been the most helpful resource while building my RV, and since I?ve been flying the best resource for going out and meeting like minded friends across the country.
__________________
RV 7 400 hours and counting
19 donation done
|
| Thread Tools |
Search this Thread |
|
|
|
| Display Modes |
 Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
All times are GMT -6. The time now is 05:20 PM.
|
