Going weightless in a DA40
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Steve
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Re: Going weightless in a DA40
Not so cool if she should bump the rear hatch latching handle while unbelted and leave the aircraft...
Not to mention: FAR 91.307c2...
Steve
Not to mention: FAR 91.307c2...
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Re: Going weightless in a DA40
Very true.Steve wrote:Not so cool if she should bump the rear hatch latching handle while unbelted and leave the aircraft...
Not to mention: FAR 91.307c2...
Steve
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Re: Going weightless in a DA40
It might also not be good for your engine -- negative Gs can temporarily starve the engine of oil and reduce lubrication.
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Former DA40XLS, DA42-VI, and DA62 owner
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Re: Going weightless in a DA40
We all did stupid stuff at this age. Can’t say I haven’t done this but yes Neg G may cause loss of oil pressure. Short duration really isn’t that big of a deal. The real threat is if a stray loose bolt/nut/washer/coin/tool/FOD gets jammed in the Flight controls.
I once found a wrench in the belly of a King Air with the mechanics name on it.
I once found a wrench in the belly of a King Air with the mechanics name on it.
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Re: Going weightless in a DA40
Good reminder to put your enemy's name on all of your tools.with the mechanics name on it
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