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by wackomedic911
Wed Apr 11, 2018 6:38 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Microphone wind noise
Replies: 6
Views: 4003

Re: Microphone wind noise

Thats a great idea- thanks wackomedic911. Something similar is available from aviation engines and accessories but the price put me off . My wind issue is predominately captured by the pax mic so ive resorted to unplugging the pax every time i needed to broadcast.... i guess im off to the hardware s...
by wackomedic911
Thu Apr 05, 2018 11:28 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Microphone wind noise
Replies: 6
Views: 4003

Re: Microphone wind noise

so feedback on this...me dad was a military man, and a manged to find some old parade gloves, leather of course.... cut of the thumb, cut a small hole in it on side, cable tie it to the mic boom, over the current muff, problem solved it seems! thanks everyone!
by wackomedic911
Tue Dec 19, 2017 4:15 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Microphone wind noise
Replies: 6
Views: 4003

Microphone wind noise

Hi guys... I need some help from the more clever, and the older guys here please. So, currently I fly with a open helmet, and use a GT flycom headset. BUT, the wind keeps triggering my intercom, even with squelch set to its highest. I am figuring I need a bigger mike muff, but i have no idea where t...
by wackomedic911
Fri Dec 15, 2017 10:10 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Airnav Pro latest update
Replies: 22
Views: 17646

Re: Airnav Pro latest update

Ask madman sir. I havent tried it much on mine yet
by wackomedic911
Tue Dec 12, 2017 1:59 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: What's happening with the weather?
Replies: 5
Views: 3540

Re: What's happening with the weather?

it just better smooth out when I get home on Saturday! I am itching to fly like you wont believe!!!!
by wackomedic911
Thu Nov 16, 2017 7:03 am
Forum: Flying events
Topic: Grasslands air field
Replies: 8
Views: 6436

Re: Grasslands air field

pity they only open at 10 for breakies....crossing 2 ridges back to the norf at that time is sure to give you a better workout than any virgin active.
by wackomedic911
Sun Nov 12, 2017 4:25 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Your Flying Videos
Replies: 390
Views: 490331

Re: Your Flying Videos

Finally, I too get to post a bit of flying!

youtu.be/
by wackomedic911
Wed Oct 25, 2017 10:52 am
Forum: Aircraft and Accessories wanted
Topic: WANTED: again.... ICOM A6 12v charger for my trike
Replies: 0
Views: 744

WANTED: again.... ICOM A6 12v charger for my trike

Greetings friends... Right, it seems all i am doing is wanting stuff! Guys I am looking for a 12v charger for my Icom A6 please? I have tried all the usual suspects, century, wings and things, comet...no one has one! Anyone have a good, WORKING one laying about that I can urgently take off your hand...
by wackomedic911
Mon Oct 23, 2017 10:55 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Proposed Amendment of CAR and CATS Part 55 & 56
Replies: 14
Views: 10200

Re: Proposed Amendment of CAR and CATS Part 55 & 56

Click on 'Proposed ammendments...' http://www.caa.co.za/Pages/Acts%20and%20Regulations/Notices.aspx Otherwise these direct links may work: http://www.caa.co.za/Legal%20Documents/For%20comment%20by%206%20Novemer%202017/Schedule%204%20-%20Part%2055%20(NTCA%20Maintenance%20Facility).pdf http://www.caa...
by wackomedic911
Mon Oct 23, 2017 10:39 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Proposed Amendment of CAR and CATS Part 55 & 56
Replies: 14
Views: 10200

Re: Proposed Amendment of CAR and CATS Part 55 & 56

justin.schoeman wrote:
Mon Oct 23, 2017 9:42 am
I see they have been revamped, and are back up for comment.
can you post a link please Justin?
by wackomedic911
Sat Oct 21, 2017 10:49 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Airnav Pro latest update
Replies: 22
Views: 17646

Re: Airnav Pro latest update

A bit of extra accuracy, and in turn the device doesnt use its own gps thus saving a bit on battery. Yes i have 2 devices to charge but none the less.
by wackomedic911
Sat Oct 21, 2017 7:54 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Airnav Pro latest update
Replies: 22
Views: 17646

Re: Airnav Pro latest update

Hi Freddie,how does it works? do you use data from your simcard when you use airnav. Hi Scorpio, once everything is downoloaded, NO, no data connection . it uses the device's gps. on the apple devices you can go as far as to turn on airplane mode, the gps still works. On mine, I turn off everything...
by wackomedic911
Wed Oct 18, 2017 12:06 pm
Forum: Aircraft and Accessories wanted
Topic: WANTED: GA headset extension sorted thanks
Replies: 0
Views: 579

WANTED: GA headset extension sorted thanks

Greetings all! I am in the market for a GA headset extension for my buzzcom system, and these seem to be more rare than a windless day in August. if anyone has a spare one they are looking to dispose of, for a small fee of course, please let me know? Pretoria area preferably, but postnet to postnet ...
by wackomedic911
Tue Oct 17, 2017 2:09 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Airnav Pro latest update
Replies: 22
Views: 17646

Re: Airnav Pro latest update

Airnav Pro have just released their latest update that includes some very nice additions. (^^) Use your midnight data to download the latest 1in 500 map. 277 megabytes :shock: I have now resorted to using my Ipad as my primary nav aid and an old 295 garmin as a backup. I personally won't ever buy a...
by wackomedic911
Sun Oct 08, 2017 9:49 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Your Flying Videos
Replies: 390
Views: 490331

Re: Your Flying Videos

Werdus wrote:
Sun Oct 08, 2017 9:36 am
I would like to post a video taken with a gopro. It is saved on my pc.
I get a message saying that it is an invalid file extention when I try to attach it here.
What gives?
the best is to upload to youtube, and post the link here. (^^)