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Good catch on the flaps.....I never even looked at them.....I just assume that everyone uses flaps for takeoff on water. One of my favorites...

As I recall, the SCAN Widgeons weren’t corrosion proofed during construction, is that correct, Pete? MTV

Yep, tried to yard it out of the water to reduce the pounding from wave action. Had the nose way high from the git go, which just extended the...

This conference is always a great one. It was the inspiration for the Great MN Aviation Gathering, and one that is unique in that it is held...

We had an awesome meeting of the Friends of the New Holstein Airport this evening. Amongst the highlights: -We will begin the Flyin on Thursday,...

Thanks to those who offered support for Bill, and Dianna. They appreciate this very much. Randy

Ain’t THAT the truth, been there as well……boy I miss ski flying…..and it’s true! MTV

Good Addition, Bill, thanks! See you all at the Conference. MTV

Boy do I know that feeling! Ouch! MTV

Call these folks: https://alaskawingcovers.com/aircraft-engine-covers/ my preference for something like a Cub is a FAIRLY lightweight insulated...

There is a nice tribute to this gentleman on the inside cover of the 2023 Supercub.org calendar!

Here’s a small start: a link to the website of Norman’s company: https://www.aaon.com/ MTV

Okay, I'll say it......maybe tell him to lose a bit of weight???? Holy cats! MTV

Makes it harder to shoot things....just sayin. MTV

Just as a comment/recommendation: Belts and harnesses do "age", and the process is accelerated by exposure to UV light. Frankly, the few dollars...

Those floats are kind of water lovers, frankly. LOTS of bottom area to reach out and shake hands with the water. I flew a Moose with a Vedenyev...

I edited to correct my earlier post to include the gross weight of the 206 on Wip 4000 floats, with an IO 550, producing 300 hp: 3800 pounds. ...

I worked a C-206F on Wip straight 4000 floats, GW was 3800 pounds on those floats with the IO 550 engine. That airplane rode much higher in the...

Looks to me that it’s Seriously underfloated for one thing. Wonder what floats those are? They look awfully small in depth. It also looks nose...

When I had my 11, I had to do some research for the mechanic to sign off the Airstreaks on it…..Airframes requires “Heavy Duty Gear” for those tires...