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by blsewardjr
Fri Jul 17, 2020 12:42 am
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: NG40 VS IO-360 real user pros and cons appreciated
Replies: 52
Views: 18547

Re: NG40 VS IO-360 real user pros and cons appreciated

IO-360 M1A weighs 279lb vs. IO-390 at 308lb, so about 30 lbs more.
by blsewardjr
Thu Jul 16, 2020 7:36 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: NG40 VS IO-360 real user pros and cons appreciated
Replies: 52
Views: 18547

Re: NG40 VS IO-360 real user pros and cons appreciated

Adding an IO-390 via an STC, at least at its rated power of 215hp, would require, among other things, new spin testing. Per FAA Advisory Circular 23-24 "Airplanes modified by increasing the installed horsepower (maximum takeoff power) by more than 10% or 25 horsepower, whichever is less, over t...
by blsewardjr
Wed Jul 15, 2020 6:59 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: NG40 VS IO-360 real user pros and cons appreciated
Replies: 52
Views: 18547

Re: NG40 VS IO-360 real user pros and cons appreciated

Looks like Diamond has sold some new DA40-180 XLTs as trainers -- http://aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main. ... d483dc3f7b
by blsewardjr
Sun Jul 12, 2020 3:18 pm
Forum: Travel & Destinations
Topic: IFR Currency for Levi - KMRY KWVI (Part 1)
Replies: 12
Views: 2881

Re: IFR Currency for Levi - KMRY KWVI (Part 1)

My cents re the "unable" on the missed was that when you declared your intent to do it, the controller considered you to be doing a practice approach (he uses those precise words) instead of actual IFR approach. If so, then I believe he can deny it. However, if you had not declared the int...
by blsewardjr
Thu Jul 09, 2020 4:20 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Bird Strike - DA40
Replies: 37
Views: 7705

Re: Bird Strike - DA40

I never knew you could get clear or metal applique. However, since I spent $$$ on the JetShades to reduce the temps/glare I think I'll stick with the full opaque, although the metal applique is tempting if I ever need replacement.
by blsewardjr
Thu Jul 09, 2020 4:13 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Storm window seal
Replies: 7
Views: 1732

Re: Storm window seal

My 2003 doesn't have one either.
by blsewardjr
Sun Jul 05, 2020 12:02 am
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Bird Strike - DA40
Replies: 37
Views: 7705

Re: Bird Strike - DA40

You might want to see if you could get the new, taller, canopy as part of this repair.
by blsewardjr
Sat Jul 04, 2020 5:10 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Masks in the Cockpit - VFR Paso Robles - pre-student Craig hand flying
Replies: 7
Views: 1895

Re: Masks in the Cockpit - VFR Paso Robles - pre-student Craig hand flying

Wayne- Thanks for posting this. Now that Angel Flight in my area is resuming passenger flights, to wear a mask or not has become a live issue. I've done one short flight with friends (30 minutes) with one and found it uncomfortable and difficult to communicate with ATC. (I use the disposable medical...
by blsewardjr
Wed Jul 01, 2020 9:16 pm
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Stratus 2S with ADSB and GPS antenna
Replies: 0
Views: 1682

Stratus 2S with ADSB and GPS antenna

Since I installed a FlightStream 210, my Stratus 2S is surplus to requirements. The ADSB and GPS antennae allow you to mount it under the instrument panel if desired. Also includes case, two different types of mounts and suction cup. $300 plus shipping. Please PM if interested. Bernie