I landed at Johnson Creek about a month ago in the afternoon. Thought I could get out of there in the evening, but the winds were all over the place and temps were pretty high. Decided to camp overnight (had my basic camping equipment with me). Glad I did -- it was scary enough getting out of there first thing in the morning.
So glad you made this video, Mike. Johnson Creek has been on my to-do list for a long time. I previously lived in Driggs Idaho towing gliders and flying scenic flights over Yellowstone. I got to get back out there and plan to do so when my Sling is completed. Thanks for the great demo with Evan!
I first like and comment all your videos. Then i walk into my garage to work on my Sling build. And finally i watch your video :) Please post more, it helps!
This past summer I witnessed a 206 land with a 20kt tailwind and fireball into the mountain after an attempted go around. Land with a headwind, use the radio and let other pilots know your intentions. The recommended landing and departure directions are only that, and because of these recommendations pilots feel pressured to land or depart with a tailwind. YOU ARE PIC make the decision that keeps you safe.
It's certainly possible to safely takeoff or land with a tailwind, but you absolutely have to check your numbers. It was no problem in a light TSi, but a 206 is a whole different ball game.
Hi Mike Firstly really love your videos In an early video which I can’t find, you were talking about what oxygen system you use. Could you tell me what system it is & do you still use it?
My O2 concentrators are OxyGo Next, which is the same as an Inogen One G5, just relabeled. I still use them and still love them. Coming up on 3 years of trouble-free use.
Definitely on my list of dream destinations. Can't wait. Is your red flashing Airmaster controller concerning at all? Is it "Propeller and controller are suffering an over-current situation," or does it just get cranky when landing in the Climb setting?
@@jefish No. What you’re seeing is orange: “The controller is driving the propeller pitch in the direction indicated.” IOW: Ops normal. I have had zero problems with my Airmaster.
You must be in the UK. I'm not aware of any other regulating body in the world which has put any limit on the TSi airframe. I'm afraid you'd have to ask your regulator. Maybe there's some kitplane organizations in your country who could help.
Here's a post about it in the Sling Builder's FB group: facebook.com/groups/1138683809550996/posts/8265630620189577/ Seems the issue has been addressed. I think it was absurd to begin with. Sling has airframes in flight schools which have flown 8000+ hours without issue.
@@OneAlphaMike Neg- I’m in South Carolina… I’m aware that it was an LAA regulation, but if it’s the same airframe here as in UK, I want to rule that out as being an issue before IU spend $400k on one. I’m aware they’ve been flying for thousands of hours but that’s an absurdly low timeout without some sort of justification. It doesn’t seem to be mentioned on the Sling forum but I didn’t think to check facebook. I’ll check the link you posted. Ty sir.
@@OneAlphaMike I have requested access to the FB group so I’ll follow up on that. I appreciate your reply. I would be curious to know why the LAA feels that to be a suitable metal fatigue limit. So strange.
I landed at Johnson Creek about a month ago in the afternoon. Thought I could get out of there in the evening, but the winds were all over the place and temps were pretty high. Decided to camp overnight (had my basic camping equipment with me). Glad I did -- it was scary enough getting out of there first thing in the morning.
So glad you made this video, Mike. Johnson Creek has been on my to-do list for a long time. I previously lived in Driggs Idaho towing gliders and flying scenic flights over Yellowstone. I got to get back out there and plan to do so when my Sling is completed. Thanks for the great demo with Evan!
I first like and comment all your videos. Then i walk into my garage to work on my Sling build. And finally i watch your video :)
Please post more, it helps!
Thank you 😊
Very impressive - beautiful approach. Looked pretty sporty. Sketchy co-pilot (best build assist dude around). Thanks for the video Mike.
Thank for the ride along!
Just.... wow... amazing location, thanks for sharing!
Nice video Mike!
Dude broke all the rules but pulled it off
This past summer I witnessed a 206 land with a 20kt tailwind and fireball into the mountain after an attempted go around. Land with a headwind, use the radio and let other pilots know your intentions. The recommended landing and departure directions are only that, and because of these recommendations pilots feel pressured to land or depart with a tailwind. YOU ARE PIC make the decision that keeps you safe.
It's certainly possible to safely takeoff or land with a tailwind, but you absolutely have to check your numbers. It was no problem in a light TSi, but a 206 is a whole different ball game.
Hi Mike
Firstly really love your videos
In an early video which I can’t find, you were talking about what oxygen system you use.
Could you tell me what system it is & do you still use it?
My O2 concentrators are OxyGo Next, which is the same as an Inogen One G5, just relabeled. I still use them and still love them. Coming up on 3 years of trouble-free use.
you didn't get out to enjoy the area?
Didn't have time on that day. Next time!
Definitely on my list of dream destinations. Can't wait.
Is your red flashing Airmaster controller concerning at all? Is it "Propeller and controller are suffering an over-current situation," or does it just get cranky when landing in the Climb setting?
@@jefish No. What you’re seeing is orange: “The controller is driving the propeller pitch in the direction indicated.” IOW: Ops normal. I have had zero problems with my Airmaster.
@@OneAlphaMike I did consider for a minute that it might have just *looked* more red on my screen than reality, but wanted to ask anyway. :)
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I’m looking at Tsi’s…. Do you have any idea what the 1600-hour airframe timeout is all about? I’m finding limited info.
You must be in the UK. I'm not aware of any other regulating body in the world which has put any limit on the TSi airframe. I'm afraid you'd have to ask your regulator. Maybe there's some kitplane organizations in your country who could help.
Here's a post about it in the Sling Builder's FB group: facebook.com/groups/1138683809550996/posts/8265630620189577/
Seems the issue has been addressed. I think it was absurd to begin with. Sling has airframes in flight schools which have flown 8000+ hours without issue.
@@OneAlphaMike Neg- I’m in South Carolina… I’m aware that it was an LAA regulation, but if it’s the same airframe here as in UK, I want to rule that out as being an issue before IU spend $400k on one. I’m aware they’ve been flying for thousands of hours but that’s an absurdly low timeout without some sort of justification. It doesn’t seem to be mentioned on the Sling forum but I didn’t think to check facebook. I’ll check the link you posted. Ty sir.
@@willrichter9538 There is no airframe limit on the TSi in the US.
@@OneAlphaMike I have requested access to the FB group so I’ll follow up on that. I appreciate your reply. I would be curious to know why the LAA feels that to be a suitable metal fatigue limit. So strange.
It's all about that base...
"heading in at "4pm gusty day" dude you are an effing idiot..... (coming from 3rd gen Idaho pilot)
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