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by Tad Olmsted
Fri Jan 11, 2013 8:35 am
Forum: Light Sport Aircraft
Topic: New Tecnam P2008 Photos
Replies: 39
Views: 16972

Re: New Tecnam P2008 Photos

Sorry for not posting in a while fellas, I have been slammed at my new home in Winter Haven, FL. I partnered up with Tecnam North America in May 2012 and things are going great. One thing I bring to the table is more technical support and parts support. I am available 7 days a week by phone or email...
by Tad Olmsted
Wed Sep 05, 2012 9:11 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: 10 % Fuel Discount
Replies: 3
Views: 1595

Re: 10 % Fuel Discount

It will be
by Tad Olmsted
Wed Sep 05, 2012 10:59 am
Forum: Ask The Mechanic
Topic: Tad Olmsted moving to Winter Haven, FL
Replies: 4
Views: 4130

Re: Tad Olmsted moving to Winter Haven, FL

I announced to everyone that I had moved to Winter Haven, Florida and it would bring better saving to all of my customers... well here it is! 10 % fuel discounts will start immediately when you schedule your annual inspection with me. This is good for the entire year, no matter how much fuel you bur...
by Tad Olmsted
Wed Sep 05, 2012 10:56 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: 10 % Fuel Discount
Replies: 3
Views: 1595

10 % Fuel Discount

I announced to everyone that I had moved to Winter Haven, Florida and it would bring better saving to all of my customers... well here it is! 10 % fuel discounts will start immediately when you schedule your annual inspection with me. This is good for the entire year, no matter how much fuel you bur...
by Tad Olmsted
Tue Aug 14, 2012 4:40 pm
Forum: Ask The Mechanic
Topic: Tad Olmsted moving to Winter Haven, FL
Replies: 4
Views: 4130

25 minutes by air
by Tad Olmsted
Tue Aug 14, 2012 1:14 pm
Forum: Ask The Mechanic
Topic: Tad Olmsted moving to Winter Haven, FL
Replies: 4
Views: 4130

Tad Olmsted moving to Winter Haven, FL

I have indeed made the move to Winter Haven, FL(KGIF). My new facility is over 11,000 square feet and is more than triple my old Sebring facility. I have out-grown my old facility in Sebring in a very short period of time. My new shop will bring more competitive pricing on parts with more buying pow...
by Tad Olmsted
Wed Mar 07, 2012 9:17 am
Forum: Ask The Mechanic
Topic: Carbs leaking fuel fix
Replies: 0
Views: 2247

Carbs leaking fuel fix

All, According to the Rotax heavy MM there is not a repair for the carb float needle seat. During a carb overhaul the viton tip needle is inspected and usually has a ring cut into the tip where it resides in the seat. This seat is very sharp and cuts into the viton tip and after time, it lets excess...
by Tad Olmsted
Tue Jan 03, 2012 2:57 pm
Forum: Upcoming Events
Topic: Open House During Sebring EXPO
Replies: 3
Views: 16986

19th, 20th and 21st after hours for the party. I typically open the shop at 0700. See you there, Tad.
by Tad Olmsted
Tue Nov 29, 2011 7:28 am
Forum: Training
Topic: T Black Aviation
Replies: 1
Views: 1942

T Black Aviation

Hi all, I wanted to throw a shout out to T Black Aviation. Tom has a great program for getting your pilot, A&P and IA certificates. Tom works whatever hours you need him to and even Sundays or holidays. I successfully passed the IA exam with an 88% and I know it would not have been so easy witho...
by Tad Olmsted
Mon Nov 21, 2011 11:57 am
Forum: Upcoming Events
Topic: Open House During Sebring EXPO
Replies: 3
Views: 16986

Open House During Sebring EXPO

All, As most of you know, my hangar is a stones throw away from the EXPO area at KSEF (old Paradise hangar). This year has been incredible for me and I want to throw a little appreciation back to all my friends, old and new. During the EXPO I will have hamburgers, hot dogs, snacks and plenty of cold...
by Tad Olmsted
Mon Oct 03, 2011 1:31 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: John Lowe teams up with Tad Olmsted
Replies: 1
Views: 2257

John Lowe teams up with Tad Olmsted

Well my little light sport maintenance shop has once again grown beyond my wildest dreams. John Lowe, a 40+ year aircraft mechanic, and myself have come to an agreement to join forces and offer a broader range of maintenance for GA and LSA. John specializes in aircraft fabric recovering and wooden s...
by Tad Olmsted
Sun Sep 11, 2011 1:16 pm
Forum: The Want Ads
Topic: Looking for a good used LSA for a trainer
Replies: 0
Views: 3355

Looking for a good used LSA for a trainer

I Have a customer looking for a good used trainer under $120k. Must have 912ULS and been maintained by a professional shop. Must be able to pass a pre-buy inspection by yours truly. Please email me with details and pics, or call my cell. Thanks.

tad6123@yahoo
by Tad Olmsted
Sun Sep 11, 2011 1:10 pm
Forum: The Want Ads
Topic: 2006 CTSW , Rock Solid, All big money items have been spent
Replies: 0
Views: 3293

2006 CTSW , Rock Solid, All big money items have been spent

Greetings all, I have a 2006 CTSW of a customer of mine for sale. I have done the 5 year rubber replacement and the prop has just been returned from 1000 hr overhaul. I just finished up the annual. This plane has 1000 hours and started its life as a trainer, now it is privately owned and for sale du...
by Tad Olmsted
Tue Aug 23, 2011 1:08 pm
Forum: Plan on attending the Annual Sport Pilot Expo
Topic: Question about the Sport Pilot Expo
Replies: 3
Views: 19667

I am in the new commercial hangars on the north side of the field (old Paradise hangar)by the T hangars. Feel free to stop in and say HI. I have worked on probably every LSA on the market and I can definately give you some good advise on any airframe you may have interest in. Also, I always have guy...
by Tad Olmsted
Sun Aug 21, 2011 7:38 am
Forum: The Want Ads
Topic: Need to buy 2 LSA's
Replies: 1
Views: 3777

Planes purchesad, thanks for the leads guys