Dec 22, 2023     Parts - (1.3 hours) Category: Fuselage

Updated my FWF parts spreadsheet with new prices from Van's updated website. Found about a 30% increase.

Discussed whether I should send an email or order parts through the website with someone at the order desk at Van's and decided I would just place my order. I want to keep as much control as I can.

Not included in the hours, but I also spent time reading the Vic Syracuse Maintenance Manual today.

Also not included in the hours, I downloaded and tested x-plane 12 with my Logitech joystick and MacBook Air. It worked great so I purchased it. I took a quick flight from HNL to the marine core base to check out the scenery. No comparison with the real thing, but a lot of fun.

Also not included in the hours, I started watching the Garmin G3X training course I purchased. I worked through the first few sections while we were in Hawaii and continued after we got home.

I also researched options for rusty pilot training to prepare for a flight review. I decided I am going to try the gold seal free trial first and then decide on whether to use it or the Sporty's training. King training is also available. I think I will start in March or April. Or maybe later depending on my RV progress.