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Continue reading →: Instrument Rating, Rated: My Favorite (and Least Favorite) IFR Study ToolsI’m approaching my instrument checkride, and along the way, I’ve tried more resources than a Cirrus has cupholders. Some were game changers. Some… let’s just say I wish I could log that time under “lessons learned.” This post is my attempt to give future IFR students a clearer path—one that…
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Continue reading →: Factory Build Assist and the 51% E-AB RuleWhen I decided to build a Sling TSi, I chose to do it through the Factory Build Assist Program offered by Sling Aircraft in Torrance, California. Rather than building the aircraft entirely on my own, I’ll be working on-site alongside experienced technicians who guide and support the process. This approach…
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Continue reading →: Beating Vapor Lock: Why I’m Installing Boost Pumps in My Sling TSiVapor Lock: A Hot Topic Vapor lock isn’t the kind of thing that keeps most pilots up at night — until it happens. Imagine climbing out on a hot day, your engine humming along, when suddenly the hum turns to a hiccup. The fuel is still in the tanks, but…
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Continue reading →: ChatGPT My Co-Pilot: Learning to See the Skies Through AI EyesAs technology continues to evolve, so does the way we fly. This post kicks off a new series where I explore how AI tools like ChatGPT—and other large language models (LLMs)—can assist me as a pilot. From decoding weather charts to reviewing procedures and planning routes, my goal is to…
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Continue reading →: Flying Under the Radar (Sort Of): FAA’s New Privacy Rules for Aircraft OwnerWhen the FAA introduced ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast) as part of its NextGen modernization push, the goal was noble: improve traffic separation, enable more efficient routing, and enhance safety across the National Airspace System. Every aircraft would continuously broadcast its position, velocity, and identity, creating a real-time picture of traffic…
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Continue reading →: MT Hydraulic vs. Airmaster Electric Prop: The Push for a Truly Modern Sling TSiWhen I started this build, my goal wasn’t just to put together a capable airplane — I wanted to build a modern airplane. Something that reflects where general aviation should be headed: FADEC engine, glass cockpit, smart avionics, and yes, a propeller that doesn’t rely on oil lines, governors, and…
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Continue reading →: Rotax iRMT Training: From Classroom Theory to Hands-On Practice to CertificationOne of the most rewarding parts of the Sling journey—beyond the flying itself—is diving deep into how the plane works, especially the engine. I’ve read Mike Busch’s books on aircraft engine ownership and maintenance cover to cover, and they left me with a strong sense that if you’re going to…
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Continue reading →: Back to GA after 15 Years: New Toys, Old Problems, Same SkyBack in 2005, a younger, more wide-eyed me walked into Galvin Flying at Boeing Field and took the plunge into general aviation with a Cessna 172S (N174GF). She was a fine ship, high-winged and ready to show me the clouds (just not in them—yet). I trained under the steady hand…
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Continue reading →: Inside the Panel: My Garmin-Powered Sling TSi Avionics SuiteOne of the joys—and let’s be honest, headaches—of building an experimental aircraft is that you get to choose everything. It’s a blank canvas with wings. Paint? Your call. Interior? Knock yourself out. Avionics? Welcome to the deep end of the rabbit hole. For the avionics in my Sling TSi, I…
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Continue reading →: The Red Knob Is Dead: Why GA Needs to Embrace FADEC, Now🚨 New White Paper Alert! 🚨 A new deep-dive technical and cultural analysis is now available: “The Red Knob Is Obsolete: Why It’s Time for FADEC in GA Aircraft.” Whether you’re a builder, a tech-forward pilot, or just someone tired of fiddling with mixture at 10,500 feet, it’s a thoughtful…
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