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Old 12-15-2014, 04:01 PM
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Started the engine for the first time yesterday , sounds Great !
Had two good friends help and also go over the plane one more time .
Today the DAR gave it a thorough inspection, before issuing the famous "Pink Slip " .
I need to finish a few details , paint interior of cowl and plenum then the big first flight !
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Old 12-15-2014, 04:11 PM
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Today the DAR gave it a thorough inspection, before issuing the famous "Pink Slip " .
Even Bigger Congratulations
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Old 12-15-2014, 05:22 PM
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Well done! Now fly the wings off it! (Not literally)
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Old 12-15-2014, 05:48 PM
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Tom good job! Another triple six is about to get airborne. You'll get couple jokes from ATC here and there
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Old 12-15-2014, 05:56 PM
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Vlad , when you call the tower do you use six six six or triple six ?
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Old 12-15-2014, 06:08 PM
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I do everything by the book Tom I even start with November
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Old 12-15-2014, 07:00 PM
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AWESOME!!! I wanna be there for the 1st flight so let me know when you plan on doing it.

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Old 12-15-2014, 07:35 PM
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You back from the Islands ? Have some details to finish , first flight soon , will let you know.
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Old 12-15-2014, 07:48 PM
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Good job G. Have fun.
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Old 12-15-2014, 07:50 PM
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I'm BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACK! I will call you tomorrow.

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