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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 🚨 A new deep-dive technical and cultural analysis is now available: “The Red Knob Is Obsolete: Why It’s Time for FADEC in GA Aircraft.”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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Continue reading →: Cloud Surfing and Chart Hustling: Completing the FAR 61.65 IFR Cross-CountryWhy is this flight so important? Let’s start with the official reason: FAR §61.65(d)(ii)(C). Sounds thrilling already, right? Okay, maybe not at first glance—but it’s a big deal if you’re working toward your instrument rating. This regulation requires a 250+ NM cross-country flight under IFR, with three different instrument approaches,…
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Continue reading →: From Green Clamps to Bluetooth Dreams: My Headset Upgrade After 20 YearsBack in 2005, when I first took to the skies, I picked up a pair of David Clark H20-10s—arguably the aviation headset of the era. They were the green standard: light, rugged, comfortable, and quiet enough with their passive noise reduction to keep the engine drone at bay. That headset…
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Continue reading →: The IFR Approach Briefing Routine That Works for MeBackground There are numerous excellent resources available that cover IFR approach briefings in depth, and approach plates themselves are ergonomically designed to facilitate a structured, streamlined briefing. However, as an IFR student, I’ve found that developing my own routine—one that consistently captures the most critical aspects of the briefing—has been…
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Continue reading →: Why Two Isn’t Always Enough: : Why I Chose an External Alternator for the Sling TSiIn an age where glass cockpits, autopilots, GPS systems, and electronically controlled engines dominate general aviation, having a rock-solid electrical system isn’t just a convenience—it’s a necessity. That’s especially true for the Sling TSi, a sleek and modern aircraft that relies on digital avionics and electronic fuel injection to keep…
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Continue reading →: Becoming an Owner-In-Command: Lessons from Mike Busch’s Essential Books on Aircraft Ownership and MaintenanceAs a future airplane owner, I’ve realized that flying is only part of the equation—owning an aircraft introduces an entirely new set of challenges. From maintenance to insurance, storage, diagnostics, and planning cross-country trips, the learning curve is steep. Thankfully, Mike Busch’s books have been an invaluable guide through this…
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Continue reading →: Chute Happens: Why I’m All-In on a Parachute for My Sling TSiWhen I first learned that the Sling TSi could be equipped with a whole-aircraft parachute, I was all in. The Sling has always struck me as a modern, innovative airplane—embracing new technology like the Rotax 916iS engine and advanced Garmin avionics. A parachute system seemed to fit right into this…
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