Feb 16, 2023
263 Exploring the Technology and Performance of the Diamond DA42 with John Ewing + GA News
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Summary
263 Max talks with DPE John Ewing about the Diamond DA42NG, its
specifications, strengths and weakness, and gives safety tips for
flying this amazing airplane. He also discusses common errors he
sees pilots make in this plane during their multiengine checkrides.
Savvy Aviation’s Mike Busch answers a listener question about the
new Continental Service Bulletin for 6-cylinder engines. If you'd
like to get flight training from Max Trescott in a 2021 DA42NG-VI
that's available for rent in Palo Alto, CA, please send me an
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News Stories
- Continental Issues Counterweight Inspection Bulletin
- United dive after Maui departure adds to list of industry close calls
- NTSB Subpoenas JFK Runway Incursion Crew
- FAA extends expiration date of aircraft registration certificates
- FAA expands airport hot spots alerts
- Pilot makes an expensive mistake
- Joby Aviation Begins Final Assembly of ‘Company Conforming’ eVTOL
- FAA pauses investigation of Santa Clara County leaded fuel ban
- New Summer Camp Offers Spectrum of Aviation Activities
- Pilot revealed as world’s dream job
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Savvy Aviation – Mike
Busch’s main web site
John Ewing's Concise Guide to Diamond DA42
John Ewing's List of
Books
DA42 AD requiring inspection after windmilling engine
restarts
Diamond Aviators Online
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