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- Thu Aug 03, 2023 10:36 pm
- Forum: DA20 Forum
- Topic: Video of wake turbulence knocking a light aircraft out the sky, plus avoidance tips
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6096
Re: Video of wake turbulence knocking a light aircraft out the sky, plus avoidance tips
DA20 pilots have survived helicopter wake incidents -- http://www.kathrynsreport.com/2014/01/diamond-da20-fort-carsons-butts-army.html The link serves as a great advisory. Despite the crash, the text below seems crazy "Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ATC guidance does not require...
- Thu Aug 03, 2023 10:35 pm
- Forum: DA20 Forum
- Topic: Video of wake turbulence knocking a light aircraft out the sky, plus avoidance tips
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6096
Re: Video of wake turbulence knocking a light aircraft out the sky, plus avoidance tips
Wow, that's crazy. just a low pass from a small helicopter?! Seems like I've never given these enough thought or consideration and I'll be more conscious of helicopters in the future. Thanks for sharing! Yes! I had never stumbled upon anything which so clearly illustrated the dangers light aircraft...
- Thu Aug 03, 2023 10:29 pm
- Forum: DA40 Forum
- Topic: New member introduction & takeaways
- Replies: 35
- Views: 5912
Re: New member introduction & takeaways
Love the username, the terrific enthusiasm, plus the 0 hours in a diamond but ready to buy none the less (good man) attitude. Also, good deep reading efforts and welcome to the fold!
- Sun Jul 30, 2023 9:04 pm
- Forum: DA20 Forum
- Topic: Video of wake turbulence knocking a light aircraft out the sky, plus avoidance tips
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6096
Video of wake turbulence knocking a light aircraft out the sky, plus avoidance tips
Posting here, in the DA20 forum, as the 20's are the lightest of the diamonds - with apologies if this is a repost. I had no idea wake turbulence could turn a light aircraft upside down in under 2 seconds. The Tips given after the footage make excellent learning material. I hope this helpful video i...
- Mon Jan 02, 2023 1:17 pm
- Forum: Public forum
- Topic: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator
- Replies: 42
- Views: 39658
Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator
Wow! The commitment, dedication and attention to detail on this fantastic salvage / restoration / build project is utterly brilliant! What fantastic work - and what an incredible result. Hugely impressed, I take my hat off to you sir! Bravo!
- Thu Dec 22, 2022 12:45 am
- Forum: DA62 Forum
- Topic: Potential New DA62 Owner
- Replies: 64
- Views: 33211
Re: Potential New DA62 Owner
Size-wise, the DA62 is (I may be off a little) 8" wider than an SR22 as well as "taller" in cabin height. Definitely put your family in a SR22 and see how they "fit".....and take into account "growth"! I've had 5 adults in our 62 very comfortably - 2 up front, 2 i...
- Wed Dec 21, 2022 7:20 pm
- Forum: DA42 Forum
- Topic: Brand New DA42 - Thank you Vladimir
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5841
Re: Brand New DA42 - Thank you Vladimir
Several reasons to downsize #1. I used the 600 and TBM for work mostly and needed to get there. I don’t have the sense of urgency I used to have. #2. The cost to fly and maintain those planes is much higher than the DA42. I hardly ever used the 6 seats. #3. The DA42 is fun to fly, great visibility ...
- Wed Dec 21, 2022 7:05 pm
- Forum: Travel & Destinations
- Topic: How to plan a fuel stop?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4874
Re: How to plan a fuel stop?
Everything you will need chart-wise is electronic. No paper charts (unless you want them). The G1000 has the charts in them, and your iPad does too. You pay for the subscription to ForeFlight (or Garmin Pilot or whichever electronic flight bag you prefer) and you get the charts. In the newer implem...
- Wed Dec 21, 2022 7:00 pm
- Forum: Travel & Destinations
- Topic: How to plan a fuel stop?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4874
Re: How to plan a fuel stop?
Since it seems like you're based in the UK, I'll give some Europe specific advice: - First, I find airports along the route that could serve as potential stops - Then, I'll check for airport comments (in Europe, this is usually via Skydemon or http://you-fly.com/ ) - Finally, I'll check for fuel pr...
- Wed Dec 14, 2022 11:29 pm
- Forum: Travel & Destinations
- Topic: How to plan a fuel stop?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4874
Re: How to plan a fuel stop?
Thanks Colin for your informative reply. (I'll reply to the other posts, thank you all, after doing some further reading to bring myself up to speed a little more). Colin - Im still reading loads of your articles, including those linked to and others Ive found) and haven't finished reading regarding...