The Start of my new flying adventure

[dabkb2]

I am setting up to fly cross country flights, will have my license by summer. This is something I have been think about for years and it's time to GET ER DONE.

A lot of prep is going to have to be done. First thing is getting a brand new 582, just paid for that today $5789 OUCH.

After getting that installed I need to modify my KB3 with toe brakes, Fallbrook (the runway I will be based out of) has a steep taxiway and I don't think a scrub brake will work

Next thing will be the tail. I have a Herron T tail, Need to cut it off the mounts and reweld it with an angel to the right to trim the nose back to fling straight, it flies in a crab now. Not a big deal for fun fling but for cross country my left leg will go numb

Then I need to install ADSB out. Not sure how that is going to work without an instrument panel, but I have some ideas.

An extra fuel tank needs to be added. And after adding probably 100lbs a hang test and new check plates.

Thinking of a handheld radio mounted on the side and probably a thigh strap for a small Ipad

Might need some longer blades to carry the extra weight, will have to see I have 23' 6" Rotordynes. They will do it just have to spin faster.

That is what I've been up to anyone wana Join in the fun.

 

[loftus]

Be nice to see some pics, and video of your prep and adventure as it unfolds.

 

[GyroRon]

Youll need a transponder for the ADSB to work.

 

[BEN S]

I'm in....

 

[PeterFromLA]

What is your proposed route? XC flights are a lot of fun, and the preparations themselves are extremely enjoyable...

 

[dabkb2]

Youll need a transponder for the ADSB to work.

Spruce has a complete set for $3000 that is compact

 

[dabkb2]

I'm in....

Let's go

 

[dabkb2]

What is your proposed route? XC flights are a lot of fun, and the preparations themselves are extremely enjoyable...

Planning will be fun and I will probably fly there first in a 2 place. I will be flying from Corona. I want to fly to L90 and to El Mirage. I want to fly the coast down to Oceanside. I liked your video when you did that.

 

[PeterFromLA]

Planning will be fun and I will probably fly there first in a 2 place. I will be flying from Corona. I want to fly to L90 and to El Mirage. I want to fly the coast down to Oceanside. I liked your video when you did that.

contact me at "[email protected]" if you want to bounce off ideas...

 

[PeterFromLA]

Spruce has a complete set for $3000 that is compact

which configuration are you talking about?

 

[dabkb2]

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[Sv.grainne]

Are you going on a fling or you planning on flying?

 

[dabkb2]

Probably both

 

[Jazzenjohn]

Are you installing ADSB because you want it or because it is required? I was under the impression that aircraft without electrical systems (like cubs for instance) it isn't required?

 

[dabkb2]

If I can get around without it I will. One nice thing about it is that other aircraft will know I am there.

 

[BEN S]

One nice thing about the blinkers on my motorcycle is that everyone will know which way I am turning and will pay attention to me.

Said no bike rider ever.

 

[dabkb2]

LOL Ya thats funny.

 

[Sv.grainne]

Probably both

My fling was buying the kit flying is next!

 

[dabkb2]

YES, I got my rudder cables today will install them tomorrow, and hopefully get the enclosure on and have my ride complete.

 

[dabkb2]

I'm not sure what happened to the rest of this thread.