JohnSim

I don't own a Jabiru 230 but I am in the process of buying one. I had heard from a lot of people to add some ballast to the baggage area to bring the C of G more aft.

Hi Moneybox, I watched the video you posted and I found it very interesting and it makes a lot of sense what he says.

Thanks guys for your input. Yes, a lot of people have said that some ballast in the rear helps. If the aircraft is still within the envelope it cant do any harm.

I have been told to add some weight into the baggage compartment with the 230 to give more elevator range when landing. Has anyone had any experience with this.

What do I need to study to pass the converting pilots exam apart from the Flight Operations Manual?

Thanks Ian for the link.

Thanks for your replies. That is what I thought but an instructor told me yesterday that I had to do 15 hours and navigation training. Is there any exam required or just flying?

I have PPL with 3000 hours and an Instrument rating. I want to obtain a RaAus certificate so I can purchase my own aircraft.. I understand the process is fairly simple but I have had conflicting advice. Has anyone had any experience with this conversion and what is involved?

I thought that would be the case. Thanks for all the advice.

I will do that. I have been flying a Lance for 20 years and I fly into LTV often. However, I wont have access to that aircraft soon and that's why I am looking around to buy Jabiru. I really like LTV and the aero club. I used to live in Morwell and I did my first joy flight out of there 60 years ago.

Ok, that sounds good. Is there available outside parking available at Latrobe Valley?

Ok, thanks for that. Is there any problem with permanent parking on the tarmac or grass?

That's good that the original family have taken control. It needs to be built up again.

That's good news, thanks very much for that info. I will check it out. I thought it had been run down. Appreciate your help.

Thats great, Thank you so much for your advice and help.