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    Pilot CAN'T FLY IFR because his IPad has died. Martinsburg. REAL ATC

    The car adapters will vibrate out and not charge your smart devices. Also, if flying in open cockpit the touch screen will not work if there is moisture in the air. Direct sunlight will overheat and shut them off too. Don't drop it out the window when taking photos either if you need it for...
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    Are transponders suggested for gyro planes?

    You would probably live longer flying gyros if you purchased an AR-1 with Rotax and got some good training.
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    Magni M24 - N648CM - South Dakota - prop

    Glad you figured it out and didn't get hurt in the process... Can you share photos? Would like to see your new gyro once fixed.
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    Magni M24 - N648CM - South Dakota - prop

    You always did a good job fixing Barry's gyrocopter Abid! You are the best!
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    Magni M24 - N648CM - South Dakota - prop

    What type of aircraft Chook? Of course, have to do a really good inspection on any aircraft before buying especially experimental aircraft. Gyros are pretty much totaled on any major rotor strike and even more so on rollover. Mast and frame gets twisted/bent and usually results in prop strike on...
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    I am feeling old.

    Is that an airpark WaspAir?
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    Magni M24 - N648CM - South Dakota - prop

    " My blade broke right where the aluminum starts, " This is also where an object would have hit if it came off the side of the cowling similar to what I saw happen to another M24 with same prop from cowling screw that vibrated out.
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    Minnesota crash in river (N557LJ)

    Usually power lines near rivers. Hope he is okay too.
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