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Heres another type hybrid but is of the STOL flavor. They are also using Part 23 to certify it.

I believe the strike equipment samples several specific EM frequencies and compares it to a programmed benchmark to determine distance. But I'm not 100% sure. You can install anything you want on your aircraft to include your DIY strike indicator. It's how you install it that determines what...

It works on the same principal as an ADF works in locating an NDB with a loop and sense antenna. In general terms, the strike finder loop antenna detects the direction of the strike by its EMF and the sense antenna fine tunes that direction. But instead of an arrow indicating the direction like...

Its not an "approval" issue. Instead its more related to the damage that can be done when plastic cable ties/straps are used improperly. For example, certain types of these straps can fail due to age or heat allowing the wires to contact items or wear. Or worse, in some conditions a plastic...

Exactly. Just like it could have been an Alaska maintenance issue, or Spirit Aero maintenance issue, or an X maintenance issue, or ... a Boeing maintenance issue with the plug door. We don’t know yet. However, once it was known to be a 737, new or old, it was only a Boeing maintenance issue...

Maybe. Depends on the MEL. But I doubt seriously as that appears to be a structural panel given the number and spacing of the screws. But I'm surprised nobody is blaming Airbus for this problem??

The only person that can answer that with 100% certainty is an attorney with aviation experience and practices in your state. It would be in your best interest to pay for a couple hours of advice from one to ensure you cover the all the bases as you are missing some general ones in your post...

There are a number of other small VTOLs that have been exploring hybrid tech for the UAM market. However, the UAM market is perfectly suited to the current eVTOL capabilities so minimal money is being spent on a large scale. Where the big hybrid tech and money is being spent is for the RAM or...

As long as they don't name it HAL.......

If you dig deeper you'll find the biggest proponents are the operators with Ryan Air at the top. And given how the EASA is run vs the FAA, IMO its only an EU thing. However, there are also a number of ICAO working papers on this. Regardless, until you start to see the certification of cockpit...

Not at all and may even make things worse. Its more than just "warming up" the oil. As mentioned above it requires a sustained effort that can only be reached in flight. In general, the main issue is that the engine combustion process results in about 70% CO2 and 30% water vapor, with some trace...

10 to 1 excessive corrosion and poor maintenance. The chemicals used in ag ops are very corrosive. Unfortunately a lot of ag ops down south through to SA are on the lower scale of economics. This used to be common up here but that was many decades ago. However, even the local brand ag aircraft...

Technically, an MEL program is not mandatory for any operation or aircraft. HOWEVER, if one wishes to fly with inoperative equipment, certain aircraft and operations only have one option -- an approved MEL program. No (d)(2) exemption possible. And those certain aircraft/ops include the list you...

Perhaps we should clarify our terms. From the regulatory side when the term Minimum Equipment List is used it refers to an optional, FAA-approved operations document per 91.213 and is technically available to any aircraft regardless if certified under the CARs or FARs. The aircraft equipment...

Interesting points, but I don’t think I would consider Bold an authoritative source. Without getting into that discussion, here’s my take on how I would deal with the 150. Per 91.213(d) I would check to see if the indicator is required under (d)(2). I don’t see it listed under 91.205. I can’t...

Birds can be deadly. 1st pic is of a hawk collision that ended okay. 2nd pic is a hawk collision a year later with a similar aircraft that didn't end okay.

The infamous MMO debate continues. Given there are thousands of other opinions on the topic, just take my opinion for what it’s worth -- 2 cents. But first to put it in context. Decades ago, when MMO, Seafoam, and other similar additives were first developed, petroleum lubricating oil...

FYI: the Marshalls have been using their own planes to move convicts since the 80s with a 727 I think. Had a friend who used to work on them. He had some interesting stories. I believe they also handle ICE flights also so maybe the illegals are complaining about waiting on the ramp too long for...

In general, I think most people will be able to enjoy private Part 91 flight for years to come even with a Basic Med if thats your inclination. Your location will have more influence over that enjoyment but still provide an option. However, I think the support/maintenance side will be the...

It is an important point. But it must be put into context as well. GA by definition encompasses basically all aviation outside of the airlines. And 65%+ of GA is commercial or business related using various aircraft types. All of which have the same interests as the "cartel." So that leaves...