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by ka7eej
Tue Mar 19, 2013 8:20 pm
Forum: Light Sport Aircraft
Topic: Allegro and tailwind
Replies: 12
Views: 6191

Re: Allegro and tailwind

Frank,

NO Placard.... and My plane has listed weight of 647 lbs.... 1232 MTOW..

:lol:
Brian
by ka7eej
Tue Mar 19, 2013 1:34 am
Forum: Training
Topic: ppl training question
Replies: 64
Views: 18813

Re: ppl training question

3 Dreaming I'm not sure why you highlighted my previous post and added the comment " 61.23 says you need a third class medical to be a student pilot. You can only use you drivers license in place of a medical if you are seeking a sport pilot rating in a light sport aircraft ." I don't bele...
by ka7eej
Tue Mar 19, 2013 12:04 am
Forum: Light Sport Aircraft
Topic: Allegro and tailwind
Replies: 12
Views: 6191

Re: Allegro and tailwind

Frank, # 2 Flaps on a (MY) Allegro 2000 is 48 degrees... I practice in calm air with that from time to time, and sometimes use it if I'm in a SHORT FIELD LANDING CONTEST!@! With most any wind I use #1 15 degree flaps. and 2500-2800 rmp. I find it much easier to land, safer, softer on the airplane an...
by ka7eej
Mon Mar 18, 2013 12:41 am
Forum: Training
Topic: ppl training question
Replies: 64
Views: 18813

Re: ppl training question

Dang, You did not mention what Airplane you are training in or plan to use for your solo... If it is qualifies under Light Sport rules you do not need a medical first... Any one disagree.. Just because you are going for a PPL does not mean you cannot first solo in a Light Sport Airplane with out a m...
by ka7eej
Mon Mar 18, 2013 12:21 am
Forum: Light Sport Aircraft
Topic: Allegro and tailwind
Replies: 12
Views: 6191

Re: Allegro and tailwind

Pete, Not sure what you saw on who's airplane. I don't think the manufacture put that notice in the airplane, at least there is not one in my Allegro 2000.. This is what is in my 2006 Allegro 2000 POH Limiting Wind Speeds Maximum Demonstrated Headwind Speed 23 mph (i.e. against the direction of the ...
by ka7eej
Mon Mar 04, 2013 10:35 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Pireps
Replies: 82
Views: 152714

Re: Pireps

Tim,

You still have an invitation to come North to Taylor for breakfast! I bet it would be a lot less work and possibly NO frequency changes!!!!!! :lol: AND better scenery!!....

Brian
by ka7eej
Mon Dec 31, 2012 5:26 am
Forum: Light Sport Aircraft
Topic: Allegro LSA
Replies: 1
Views: 2069

Re: Allegro LSA

Here is some information taken out of the 1232 lb Allegro 2000 manual. Maneuvering and Gust Envelope Operation Limitations – Allegro 2000 Limiting Speeds (never to be exceeded): Wing flaps Lever position Flaps Deflection Never Exceed Speed Cruise position 0 -4,5 ° VNE 138 MPH Take-off 1 15 ° VFE 68 ...
by ka7eej
Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:25 am
Forum: Light Sport Aircraft
Topic: Time to talk about Allegro's
Replies: 72
Views: 45049

Re: Time to talk about Allegro's

Skunk, I flew my Allegro 2000 from NC to Mesa, AZ over two days and averaged 3.5 GPH at 102 miles per hour. Lots of fuel stops because of the 14 Gallon fuel tank. Longest leg 3.0 hours, most were 2.2 to 2.6 hours..Also most of the time between 600 to 1500 agl... Lots of fun... XM Radio and Weather h...
by ka7eej
Tue Dec 04, 2012 3:45 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Who holds only a SP Certificate?
Replies: 25
Views: 9466

Re: Who holds only a SP Certificate?

Sport Pilot only, I fly into both towered airports and non towered airports regulary. I have flown to Page Az for several years to meet with 30-40 other pilots and enjoy their company, stories and friendship. I have flown Young Eagles at Our EEA Chapter fly ins. I have never been asked what rating I...
by ka7eej
Sun Nov 04, 2012 2:08 am
Forum: Fly-Ins & $100 Hamburgers
Topic: Fast Eddie & Kool Karen's Excellent (planned) Page Adventure
Replies: 56
Views: 29111

Re: Fast Eddie & Kool Karen's Excellent (planned) Page Adven

Nice Eddie,,, :D I dropped Evan off in Flagstaff Sunday morning about 8;15 and was home in Taylor at 9:30.. Landed with 15 gust 22 right down 21... Felt for all of you that had a long trip home that Sunday...Was very nice to meet you and Karen... Lets do it again next year... :lol:

Brian
by ka7eej
Sat Oct 20, 2012 10:16 pm
Forum: Fly-Ins & $100 Hamburgers
Topic: Fast Eddie & Kool Karen's Excellent (planned) Page Adventure
Replies: 56
Views: 29111

Re: Fast Eddie & Kool Karen's Excellent (planned) Page Adven

Here is Fast Eddie and Kool Karen in the Sky Arrow on our way to Bryce Canyon UT from Page AZ for a great Breakfast!

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IMG_0756 by Taylor Allegro, on Flickr
by ka7eej
Mon Oct 15, 2012 8:46 pm
Forum: Fly-Ins & $100 Hamburgers
Topic: Fast Eddie & Kool Karen's Excellent (planned) Page Adventure
Replies: 56
Views: 29111

Re: Fast Eddie & Kool Karen's Excellent (planned) Page Adven

Eddie... If Taylor Az looks good to you (KTYL) ( 30 miles S of Holbrook Az that is on I 40) For Wednesday night..I will get you 91 oct and give you a nice place to sleep... meals and transportation... This is about 1:45 to 2:00 hours South East of Page.. I will be leaving Thursday AM to fly to Flags...
by ka7eej
Sat Sep 29, 2012 7:40 pm
Forum: Fly-Ins & $100 Hamburgers
Topic: Fast Eddie & Kool Karen's Excellent (planned) Page Adventure
Replies: 56
Views: 29111

Re: Fast Eddie & Kool Karen's Excellent (planned) Page Adven

Fast Eddie

You might want to look at World Aeronautical Chart 19 & 20... Two charts might cover your trip as backup and save a lot of space and weight....LOL.... Just saying...Nice for planning as well... Hope to see you in Page .. This will be my 5th trip there!!! You will lots of fun!
by ka7eej
Sat Aug 11, 2012 1:54 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: The video says it all
Replies: 33
Views: 8854

Took off yesterday from Taylor Az at 5:30 pm 450 lbs of pilot and passenger. 95 degrees 5800 MSL 10,300 DA . Climbed out at 700-900 fpm.. Gotta love the power / weight ratio of my Allegro 2000 !! Sight seeing with my local Sheriff Deputy over the area he patrols.. He loved the visability and the qui...
by ka7eej
Tue Feb 28, 2012 12:42 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Check Ride Coming
Replies: 18
Views: 5726

Frank Please read the PTS... Here is the section on Sport Pilot Short Field Landings:: F. TASK: SHORT-FIELD (CONFINED AREA—ASES) APPROACH AND LANDING (ASEL and ASES) REFERENCES: FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-23; AFM/POH. Objective. To determine that the applicant: 1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements re...