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What kind of airplane is this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F--oNoIK5aQ ^ | self

Posted on 08/24/2009 7:45:34 PM PDT by BOBWADE

I was in the yard with my sons yesterday and heard this plane fly by several times. It continued to take off and land repeatedly. I figure that someone was practicing their landing an take offs. I live very close to the airport and drove over to snap some pictures. Any guess of the make of this fine aircraft. You tube link here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F--oNoIK5aQ


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To: Yosemitest
if I were you, I'd try to be a little more clear that I'm flying an older aircraft.

You ARE aware aren't you that I fly the same pattern and approach speeds as a 400 series twin??

121 posted on 08/24/2009 9:46:49 PM PDT by Niteflyr ("Just because something is free doesn't mean it's good for you".)
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To: Niteflyr
The Beech 18/C-45 above is for sale, just click on it.
122 posted on 08/24/2009 9:47:11 PM PDT by Yosemitest (It's simple, fight or die.)
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To: Niteflyr
Just so long as you can stand the speed.

But your flare speed and rollout distance?

123 posted on 08/24/2009 9:49:14 PM PDT by Yosemitest (It's simple, fight or die.)
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To: Yosemitest
I'd try to be a little more clear that I'm flying an older aircraft.

By the way what does aircraft age have to do with traffic control? Don't be scaring the kiddies saying that old airplane have to be singled out...

124 posted on 08/24/2009 9:49:42 PM PDT by Niteflyr ("Just because something is free doesn't mean it's good for you".)
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To: BOBWADE

Like sound? No better than these....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75IdI9vRXRw


125 posted on 08/24/2009 9:50:23 PM PDT by Doogle (USAF.68-73..8th TFW Ubon Thailand..never store a threat you should have eliminated)))
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To: Yosemitest
But your flare speed and rollout distance?

I use 100 mph over the fence and the 195 does not land short....and they know what I am long before that...

126 posted on 08/24/2009 9:51:05 PM PDT by Niteflyr ("Just because something is free doesn't mean it's good for you".)
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To: BOBWADE

Cessna bobcat or UC-78 otherwise known as a useless 78.Bamboo bomber is another nickname.


127 posted on 08/24/2009 9:51:11 PM PDT by HANG THE EXPENSE (Life is tough.It's tougher when you're stupid.)
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To: miele man

Pics and a landing “mov” file sent via email.


128 posted on 08/24/2009 9:51:43 PM PDT by BOBWADE
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To: imahawk
useless 78

Yes but that was said with affection...:o)

129 posted on 08/24/2009 9:52:44 PM PDT by Niteflyr ("Just because something is free doesn't mean it's good for you".)
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To: Doogle

Cool video, thanks


130 posted on 08/24/2009 9:53:43 PM PDT by BOBWADE
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To: Niteflyr

KORECT


131 posted on 08/24/2009 9:54:26 PM PDT by HANG THE EXPENSE (Life is tough.It's tougher when you're stupid.)
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To: BOBWADE

“I have a friend that is building an airplane and I hope to go for a ride once he has finished. He is a computer programmer and has a young family so I imagine his project will take a while to get off the ground.”

Building an airplane is a great experience, but it is a much bigger project than most people realize. Many of our neighbors have built planes. The couple we bought our house from built two. My little Skypup ultralight was built over twenty years ago by two WWII pilots who lost their medical certification.


132 posted on 08/24/2009 9:56:50 PM PDT by fireman15 (Check your facts before making ignorant statements.)
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To: Niteflyr
Rarity or lack of knowledge of that aircraft's characteristics on the part of today's new controllers.
That applies double, if you're landing at an airport that you normally don't visit occasionally.
133 posted on 08/24/2009 9:58:34 PM PDT by Yosemitest (It's simple, fight or die.)
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To: Yosemitest
The Beech 18/C-45 above is for sale, just click on it.

Actually Twin Beeches aren't that expensive ...it is the operating costs...two Pratt and Whitney Wasp Jrs sure suck the 100 LL avgas!!!

I have 6 hours of dual in a C18S on my way to a multi...but the guy who owned the airplane got busted hauling Mary J from Mexico in it and never got it back when the Federalies confiscated it....:o(

134 posted on 08/24/2009 9:59:34 PM PDT by Niteflyr ("Just because something is free doesn't mean it's good for you".)
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Thanks for all of your input on this one. I have learned a lot about this aircraft tonight. So cool to learn from fellow freepers. Good night everyone.


135 posted on 08/24/2009 10:02:21 PM PDT by BOBWADE
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To: BOBWADE

Reply sent via e-mail. Many, many thanks.

miele man


136 posted on 08/24/2009 10:04:43 PM PDT by miele man
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To: Yosemitest
Rarity or lack of knowledge of that aircraft's characteristics on the part of today's new controllers. That applies double, if you're landing at an airport that you normally don't visit occasionally.

Those same controllers wouldn't know a 195 if I wrote them a book...trust me I have never had a problem and keep my speeds up at larger airports. You might want to advise the whole 195 club roster as we all use Cessna Businessliner on callup because that is what we are flying...it isn't my problem if the controller doesn't know a 195 from a Spruce Goose....but you miss the point...there is no practical funtional difference between my airplane and a Cessna 400 Businessliner as far as traffic control goes...so there is no reason to go into a War and Peace explanation to a controller trainee...

137 posted on 08/24/2009 10:05:42 PM PDT by Niteflyr ("Just because something is free doesn't mean it's good for you".)
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To: miele man

I converted the file to an avi file and sent it again. sorry for the bad aim on my part, I was getting it on a regular digital camera and couldn’t see the led screen due to the sunlight. Best regards.


138 posted on 08/24/2009 10:12:17 PM PDT by BOBWADE
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To: Niteflyr
It ain't my plane. I'd be looking for a C-205 or a C-206, or a Republic SeaBee, if I had the cash.


139 posted on 08/24/2009 10:14:24 PM PDT by Yosemitest (It's simple, fight or die.)
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To: Niteflyr

“Those same controllers wouldn’t know a 195 if I wrote them a book.”

Our neighbors at the end of the runway have a 195. It is an absolutely gorgeous plane. I have to admit to being envious every time they take it out.


140 posted on 08/24/2009 10:15:38 PM PDT by fireman15 (Check your facts before making ignorant statements.)
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