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Forum: Aircraft For Sale 10-15-08, 06:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 12,643
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Herb- It is a big step. The insurance is not a...

Herb-
It is a big step. The insurance is not a huge deal. About 60% again what the Skymaster was. Initial training was required and annual Sim refresher. The Initial was a full week at Simcom. ...
Forum: Aircraft For Sale 10-08-08, 09:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 12,643
Posted By Pat Rolfes
76 337gii

Made the switch to a 421C so putting the Skymaster on the blocks.

1976 C337G Serial#1711
N53573
2800TT 1060/1060 SFR 1060 props

Garmin 340 audio
Garmin GNC 420 com/gps moving map
GDL69...
Forum: Messages 08-14-07, 09:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 22,893
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Larry- My flight looks to match yours (above). ...

Larry-
My flight looks to match yours (above). Des Moines to Niagara. I'm hoping local control allows some sight seeing over Niagara on approach.
Thanks again.
Forum: Messages 08-10-07, 09:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 22,893
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Thanks guys.

Thanks guys.
Forum: Messages 08-08-07, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 22,893
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Canadian Overflight

This is not exactly a Skymaster question but thought some of you (MI guys) might know.

Do any of you have knowledge of the regs regarding Canadian Overflight? I am planning a flight to Niagara...
Forum: Parts For Sale 03-01-06, 04:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 16,256
Posted By Pat Rolfes
I'd be interested in the sunscreens. Do you have...

I'd be interested in the sunscreens. Do you have pic? If so, pls email to prolfes@chemtechlimited.com along with your mailing info. I'll get $ out immediately.
Thanks
Pat
Forum: Messages 01-26-06, 04:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 20,936
Posted By Pat Rolfes
I can't speak to the P models but on my normally...

I can't speak to the P models but on my normally aspirated model it was well within 3-4 knot range. It is literally the best money I have spent on this plane (altho I'd like to say again what a HUGE...
Forum: Messages 12-16-05, 04:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 28,017
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Very timely discussion. I have a 2 wheeled...

Very timely discussion. I have a 2 wheeled electric tow that has plenty of power but is useless on snow or ice (which we have had for 1 month straight). The incline to the hanger makes it...
Forum: Messages 07-07-05, 10:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 33,436
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Thanks for the replies. And thanks Keven for the...

Thanks for the replies. And thanks Keven for the link. I've tried to call AOPA to inquire but have been stuck on hold.

I do have both lawyer and accountant on this and we all believe there is a...
Forum: Messages 07-05-05, 02:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 33,436
Posted By Pat Rolfes
lease back

We have just formed an LLC to allow us to take our airplane out of our (parent) corporation. The intention is to rent or lease the aircraft back to the corporation on an hourly basis.

I always...
Forum: Messages 01-04-05, 01:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,677
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Pat- Roger "N"Clark with Des Moines FSDO did this...

Pat-
Roger "N"Clark with Des Moines FSDO did this for me a few years back. They are now located on the Ankeny airport (IKV).
Forum: Messages 05-26-04, 11:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,917
Posted By Pat Rolfes
I fly into Cgo occasionally and had trouble...

I fly into Cgo occasionally and had trouble figuring where to go. I went to Palwaukee first few times and finally decided to try Midway. Haven't been anywhere else since. From the west, I fly...
Forum: Messages 05-25-04, 04:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 21,644
Posted By Pat Rolfes
I went thru the exact same thought process after...

I went thru the exact same thought process after our third child and ended up with a pod. Couldn't be happier with the decision. As mentioned above (as long as we use soft bags) we can fit all of...
Forum: Messages 12-18-03, 08:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 19,900
Posted By Pat Rolfes
S-TEC options

After 3rd trip to avionics to try and fix my VFR only 400a autopilot, I'm throwing in the towel.
I have never had it as a "coupled" autopilot. It was always hand flown using DG knob and alt. hold or...
Forum: Messages 09-03-03, 09:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 18,608
Posted By Pat Rolfes
I upgraded a couple of yrs ago and, as far as I'm...

I upgraded a couple of yrs ago and, as far as I'm concerned, it's the best money I have invested in the plane yet. All I did was the audio panel (gma 340) and the 430. The audio panel allows in...
Forum: Messages 07-30-03, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 26,343
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Delphi is just the name of the manufacturer. I...

Delphi is just the name of the manufacturer. I think the name of the unit is Delphi "Sky-fi". All the basic hardware is sold at any audio store i.e Best Buy.
Forum: Messages 07-29-03, 01:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 26,343
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Just in case any of you like the idea of xm in...

Just in case any of you like the idea of xm in the cockpit and the above threads are a bit over your head (like me)...

You can get the Delphi boom box (that runs on C batteries) and plug it into...
Forum: Messages 07-25-03, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 26,343
Posted By Pat Rolfes
I had same thought and bought XM for the music. ...

I had same thought and bought XM for the music. Turns out the only time I listen to music is when the kids are on board (XMComedy is too racy for them).
Forum: Messages 06-13-03, 12:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 24,740
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Bob- as always- thanks for the help. It is main...

Bob- as always- thanks for the help.

It is main and is a 337. I have had a stripped thread on one of the three securing screws for years and just never gave it the proper thought. I guess one day...
Forum: Messages 06-11-03, 09:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 24,740
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Hub Caps

I seem to have lost a hub cap...

I remember an earlier discussion talking about making your own vs. buying which made alot of sense.

My question is, do any of you have an opinion about flying...
Forum: Messages 05-20-03, 04:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 19,872
Posted By Pat Rolfes
If it is a joke-- how can one explain the 400...

If it is a joke-- how can one explain the 400 emails I've rcvd in the last 2 days from the Yahoo mailing list...
Forum: Messages 05-05-03, 10:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 21,186
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Thanks for all the input. I flew in this wkend...

Thanks for all the input. I flew in this wkend and it went smoothly. I was only asked to "keep my speed up" 3 times.

I can sure see why the controllers would be having fits. There was a 152...
Forum: Messages 05-01-03, 04:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 21,186
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Mdw

With Meigs no longer an option I am looking for an alternate airport for my trips to Chicago (south side). Have any of you flown in to Midway lately? Am wondering how big of a deal it is...
Forum: Messages 05-01-03, 03:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 16,516
Posted By Pat Rolfes
White Pods at Nashville

Great pics from Nashville! Sure looks and sounds like it couldn't have been better.

I noticed from the pics that there appear to be 2 skymasters with white cargo pods. I currently have a white...
Forum: Messages 03-27-03, 04:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 21,858
Posted By Pat Rolfes
Chachi- Fabulous paint job!! My pod has a...

Chachi-

Fabulous paint job!! My pod has a lighter color paint and I am constantly scrubbing exhaust remnants from it. I suspect repainting the pod would save alot of elbow grease.

Pat
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