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Post by Bruce on Aug 7, 2016 15:01:57 GMT 12
the AX1 has a part number, so as far as a parts supplier goes, they don't need to supply any materials data, just confirmation by way of a Form 8130 that the supplier documentation they received says its an AX1. In fact, with product liability being what it is, they cant actually make any claim as to its technical specs other than it is an "AX1". I dont know of any supplier that would. You need to ask for the suppliers layout drawings - which may be proprietary, but should be available since if intended for non-certified aircraft, it is the installers responsibility to ensure it is fit for service. It sounds like you may have to manufacture locally if they cant supply the layout drawings.
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Post by Bruce on Aug 6, 2016 16:11:32 GMT 12
Are the axles a standard part or a specific OEM item? Cleveland parts maybe? Are you looking at the AX6 axles at Wicks? they say material spec is 2024T3 Anodised - What extra info is needed?
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Post by Bruce on Aug 4, 2016 21:12:47 GMT 12
lots of places in NZ where all we get is ATRs and Dash -8s (which I'm actually quite happy with) Hamilton hasnt had a domestic jet for decades... considering the types of routes involved even in the Christchurch example, the turboprops are the right aircraft for the job...
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Post by Bruce on Aug 1, 2016 10:27:02 GMT 12
Nice, cricky how do they keep them from scraping a wing, saw the balance wheels when she was parked but not during the roll out? The U2 will always scrape a wing when landing - they have skids on the wing tip. The "Pogo" balance wheels are unpinned for take off and fall off as the wing lifts. They are put back on after landing to taxi back to parking.
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Post by Bruce on Jul 31, 2016 18:39:32 GMT 12
It would have landed on the grass (probably was due a servicing check). Very normal operation for floatplanes.
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Post by Bruce on Jul 28, 2016 22:27:26 GMT 12
PT6's on the 'Boo is a pretty sensible move if they are to be used in proper working service. There is still a role for them in remote areas, but looking after rare R2000s in such an environment is not really practical. Even getting Avgas is impossible in some places, whereas Jet A1 is reasonably common (for helicopters etc too). At a pinch, the PT6 can run on Diesel too...
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Post by Bruce on Jul 28, 2016 12:55:38 GMT 12
Awesome aircraft! It will be a change for the Americans to see a P40 without Sharks teeth
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Post by Bruce on Jul 27, 2016 20:06:50 GMT 12
Hienkel HE178 - the worlds first genuine jet aircraft to fly. Is Kingsford Sith some kind of Star Wars Character?
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Post by Bruce on Jul 25, 2016 23:34:46 GMT 12
snap! posted while typing my response!
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Post by Bruce on Jul 25, 2016 23:34:02 GMT 12
I just had a look through the ADF serials listing for RNZAF P40s to try and identify those in the collision over the Noises. I was very surprised how many mid - air collisions involving P40s there were! I guess lots of planes out and about during wartime. Oddly the only possible match is NZ3034 and NZ3037 on 6th August 1943, however the listing refers to the location as "Weeks Island". Some Google searching shows Weeks Island is the old name for Puketutu Island in the Manukau harbour (where the sewage ponds used to be). 3014 and 3018 had a collision over Seagrove, and several single aircraft crashed in the Hauraki gulf in separate incidents, but I cant seem to find any possible matches. One or other source may be in error.
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Post by Bruce on Jul 24, 2016 13:54:16 GMT 12
Generally the C of G will be somewhere between 1/3 to 1/2 Wing chord. On the Cris cris the wing chord is pretty small! Its an interesting discussion when you look at something this small, and where a human beings C of G would actually be. On this aircraft, the base of the seat is essentially right over the undercarriage attachment. The pilots legs extend out flatish along the fuselage, which puts the pilots C of G actually in the thigh somewhere. The fuel tank sits under the pilots knees, and all the instrument panel weight is forward of that again. I would visualise the Cof G being about where the tie-down ring on the wing sits. Most Cris Cris (especially the Jet variants) have a lead brick mounted in the nose to fine tune the Cof G after construction. The structure of this thing is incredibly light - much of the internal framing is polystyrene foam - I think the pilot's breakfast becomes an issue!
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Post by Bruce on Jul 23, 2016 13:19:29 GMT 12
Tecnam has just successfully flown the first P2012 Traveller, an 11-Seat Commuter twin. This looks extremely promising, and a long overdue replacement for aging light twins such as the Islander, Cessna 402 and Piper Chieftain. Tecnam has a very good reputation for building quality aircraft, and the order book is already filling up, so this looks like it may be a successful move. I look forward to seeing some in NZ - perhaps the Great Barrier Island Run?....
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Post by Bruce on Jul 20, 2016 22:02:06 GMT 12
pre-delivery training
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Post by Bruce on Jul 19, 2016 19:00:34 GMT 12
3-6 February 2017 National Fly In of the NZ Sport Aircraft Association, Ashburton Airfield. details to follow
saa.org.nz
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Post by Bruce on Jul 19, 2016 18:57:34 GMT 12
4-6 November 2016, Raglan Airfield Annual Recreational Aircraft Fly - In at Raglan. All Welcome. details posted on SAA Web page (saa.org.nz) nearer to the event. Hosted by the SAA Waikato Chapter
Note: No beach landings this year due to unsuitable tides, however we hope to run an Air Rally or other fun flying activity.
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Post by Bruce on Jul 19, 2016 10:30:04 GMT 12
Bear in mind however that very few NZ aircraft appear on Flight Radar, Which only shows ADS-B equipped machines with operating Transponders. This narrows it down to the newer, bigger airliners. A lot of aircraft (especially smaller ones) wont show up since they arent using ADS-B yet.
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Post by Bruce on Jul 19, 2016 8:50:18 GMT 12
Do you think they will retain tradition and call this ship HMNZS Endeavour too? Or will a more PC name be introduced? I wonder what the future holds for the current Endeavour, is it still viable to sell to another Navy or commercial company? Or is she fully clapped out? Its an old single skin hull tanker, I dont think there will be much of a market for it since it doesnt meet current commercial standards. Probably get a one way trip to Alang for scrapping...
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Post by Bruce on Jul 18, 2016 19:14:00 GMT 12
Its probably very capable, and Korean built, should be well made, but - Its not a thing of beauty is it!
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Post by Bruce on Jul 12, 2016 21:21:28 GMT 12
There appears to be an airstrip in a narrow field just to the north of the swampy estuary where it turns to the south by a local cafe the Surf Shop. Using Satellite view. Has a drier, worn strip down the centre of the narrow field. Thats called "Waihi Beach Aerodrome".....
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Post by Bruce on Jun 30, 2016 19:02:45 GMT 12
Must be a Curtiss P-40... they ALL had sharks teeth
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