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It certainly is a personal choice, and we all weigh our own personal risks, and make that call. All things considered, I want to stay out of the judicial system money wheel, as I'm sure you do as well. The Byzantine, labyrinth of laws addressing firearms is ridiculous, and the travel that...

I have been a home owner for 30 years, and have never had a house fire, nor significant damage, but I still carry homeowner's insurance.

You did a great job keeping everyone unharmed, and that is the bottom line. Great job!

No, I was actually saying that fossil fuels are as relevant, and important as ever. Even more so that we have found extremely abundant domestic energy resources.

Saw an article about an electric plane recently. It had a battery you could remove, and replace with a fully charged battery. I am sure every FBO will have one. Now, if the batteries become much smaller and lighter, I could see that working, and also being a good application for cars. Pull...

Hybrids, and Electric cars are dinosaurs. Why? FOSSIL FUELS! Maybe the Stanley Steamer will make a comeback! :)

I thought he committed suicide by drug overdose?

My fear is that we are so reliant on technology, especially in air, land, sea computerized, GPS reliant situational awareness, that one EMP can leave us deaf, dumb, and blind. I am sure there are back ups in place, but will they be effective enough?

Well, as others have said that is a fine time to fly depending on the plane, weather, winds, and everything else people have stated. I learned to lean drastically, keep the plane light, use step climbs watching my CHT's, and not fly when it was too windy. Never needed O2 either, so non-turbo...

I flew a non turboed Grumman Tiger (180 HP) in the Colorado Rockies for some years, and never had a problem. Dean nailed it. For summer flying it was a two place plane, but you can go most anywhere at 12,500 ft as Eric, and Greg taught me (they both participate here). The Colorado Pilots...

It is very complex when travelling over, and in multiple states, as every state law is different, and different states will have reciprocity with your state if you do get a CCW permit (license to conceal carry a firearm). The best thing to do if unsure is to leave it at home. I check which...

I agree with the others. When I did my pilot training I lived in the Mid Atlantic, and started my training in early April. If I scheduled three times per week (evenings, and weekends), I usually ended up with 1 - 2 actual lessons per week, and then as the weather got better, probably averaged...

Ok, I'll say it. Someone has to. "Shoot, a fella' could have a pretty good weekend in Vegas (Dallas) with all that stuff."

It depends where I am flying. Terrain, temperatures all vary with location as I am sure you know. However, exposure to the elements claims the lives of pilots/pax that survive a forced landing, and I also have a fear of dehydration. Thermal, space blanket(s) Water/Water filter-purifier Fire...

It has been so long since I bought my Tiger, I forget who I used for title insurance, and there was a very small lien on the plane that was satisfied. AOPA, or The Grumman Gang/AYA could give you some tips. You made a wise choice with the Tiger, and I'm sure you know their minor quirks, and...

I bought Title Insurance for both my airplane purchase (as well as my homes, etc). It is inexpensive, and if a lien pops up later, they will cover it. I highly recommend it.

I've had non polarized Scheydens for many years, but non prescription. They do offer them in prescription lenses.

The AA-5 wings are aluminum, and bonded (glued) without rivets. Parts are not an issue, and Fletchair has them, so I'd give them a call to discuss what hail damage repair would entail.

The FAA forecast is for a 0.8% annual decline in the piston single fleet, and hours. Don't know how they came up with these numbers. http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/FAA-20-Year-Forecast-Predicts-Gradual-Decline-in-Light-GA-228682-1.html

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