justin.schoeman wrote:There are no local frequencies inside a GFA... 124.4 everywhere, and for everyone, just to make sure there can be no confusion.

-justin

Nothing is simple. PE GFA freq is 124.2 So is possible to get confused

Carefull Demon, we might just rope you in too

Radio in a GF? GF=Uncontrolled airspace From the book it states that you require a radio if over 1500' except for GFA's, where the frequency for TIBA is 124.4 except PE GF where the frequency is 124.2 ......... So yes, if I have interpreted correctly, looks like you have to have a radio in a GFA at ...

I stand corrected - seems like it is only our local sailplane club, that drops the rope before landing.

Most seem to feel that it is not an issue to leave attached.

Almost right. If you join MISASA, you join Aero Club as well. You cannot be a member of a section and not of the Aero Club. You will see it detailed as a seperate fee on your invoice. The association (MISASA) is bound by the articles of Aero Club to ensure all association members are in turn members...

Agreed Griffen. Would have assumed it is almost a standard paragraph in any club constitution. If you don't have it - add it! Here is an example from the Algoa Flying Club's constitution: Clause 4.LIABILITY OF MEMBERS: The property of the Club shall solely be liable for the debts of the Club and the...

I had an instance where the trike had not been wired correctly, and when turning the ignition off, it did not isolate the rectifier/regulator. As such this meant that the rectifier would draw current from the battery whenever the trike was standing. Only discovered later when I kept on going through...

At the time the document was written there were concerns in some circles about the possibility of the Aeroclub being sued. MISASA at that stage had some R500 000 in the bank and thus this was subjected to some risk. A S21 co gives protection but yes, it does come at a cost. Would you spend some R30...

With a weak link of 150kg, I am sure one can do some damage if snaged. Imagine snagging the next pilot to be tugged. You could cause some damage before the weak link gives in. That could have an effect on 3rd party claims. I would suggest that we learn from our bigger brethren (Sailplanes) and drop ...

Hmm Airbornex2001, landing with towrope. Don't think that is a good idea. What if you snag a bush or something - there goes your gearbox, engine, and back of trike.

You will also see the sailplane tug operators, that have more experience than us, also dropping the line before landing.

Wow - that is a chunk to digest. I am still chewing :wink: Just on the section 21, not sure what benefit that gives to you over an association. Who would be the shareholders? Every time, a change to the objectives/constitution etc is made would mean money to the registrar of companies to register th...

We experimented a bit with it a few years ago. We were taught by an active bunch of aerotowers in CTN. With the hollow shafts on some gearboxes it is possible to mount a hollow tube through the centre of the prop. This is the release mechanism and extends some way out the back of the prop, ie there ...

Flew up to Grahamstown this last weekend to check out what Fawg Dog was raving about. I found Fawgies report above to be extremely misleading. :wink: He mentioned short take off and landing. The Savannah may as well be a bloody helicopter! Thought John had lost his marbles when he gave power and alm...

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John, believe you may be in Grahamstown this weekend. Is it still happening?

I was planning to go up there to have a look see.