Re: [DOG mailing list] Nigel is recovering...
Cath Can you pass on to Nigel my best wishes - and I hope the prognosis is good and he makes a speedy recovery. David Sent from my iPhone Sent from my iPhone Sent from my iPhone > On 18 Sep 2020, at 9:59 am, Catherine Conway wrote: > > Hi again all > > Another update from Nigel > > He’s been released and is continuing his recovery at home. > > Here is a picture prior to being taken to theatre.Nigel says he is > wearing a Carries Beanie for Brain Cancer. These beanies were gifted to Nigel > and Heather by a good friend who is also suffering health challenges. The > surgeon recognised the significance of the beanie and allowed him to wear it > until the anaesthetic took effect. A nice gesture on his part. > > Hopefully test results on the first tumour will be available within the week. > > -Cath > > - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. This list is archived in public. http://waikeriegliding.com/dog/ To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] More on Fuel.....
Rob, That is interesting. Since you last researched this (or I last heard) many years ago I’ve leant towards BP when refuelling the car and bike. But I’ll now put Caltex on the list above BP. Is there any data on the discount outlets? Do they just take a bog-stock feed from a major refinery or does the refinery do an el cheapo blend for them? Best wishes, David David McGonigal 101/1-3 Banksia Rd Bellevue Hill NSW 2023, Australia Mobile: 0416 151 239 Skype: davidmcgonigal www.davidmcgonigal.com.au david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] Flying humour
Can’t shoot that one down Nigel - very funny. Best wishes, David David McGonigal 101/1-3 Banksia Rd Bellevue Hill NSW 2023, Australia Mobile: 0416 151 239 Skype: davidmcgonigal www.davidmcgonigal.com.au david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] Political humor
That’s very funny Nigel. Sadly, it’s not true - it was debunked about Rudd in 2010 and is a variation that was used about George Bush, Hillary Clinton et al. The man in the photo rejoiced in the name “Black Jack” Ketchum and was hanged in 1901 in New Mexico.I wish it was true. https://www.hoax-slayer.net/remus-rudd-hanged-horse-thief-hoax/ <https://www.hoax-slayer.net/remus-rudd-hanged-horse-thief-hoax/> Best wishes, David David McGonigal 101/1-3 Banksia Rd Bellevue Hill NSW 2023, Australia Mobile: 0416 151 239 Skype: davidmcgonigal www.davidmcgonigal.com.au david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] Fw: H36 Asbestos firewall backing
Laurie, I did get Rob’s original message yesterday. Thanks for reposting. And yes, asbestos is a killer. Rob will remember my friend Tony Biddle who has mesothelioma from fitting a fibre wall to his farm’s bathroom. And my mate Lincoln Hall died from building a cubby house with his dad. Best wishes, David David McGonigal 101/1-3 Banksia Rd Bellevue Hill NSW 2023, Australia Mobile: 0416 151 239 Skype: davidmcgonigal www.davidmcgonigal.com.au david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] In Flight Emergency Actions Part 2 Fire!
Laurie Yes apparently Col took Richard Mole for a flight. I didn’t recognise Yankee Tango so it’s probably about time for me to head to Camden soon. David Sent from my iPhone > On 16 Feb 2019, at 7:40 am, Laurie Hoffman via dog > wrote: > > Hi Dave, > Just thinking about the Dimona's behaviour in a severe groundloop. Agree that > immediately after touchdown wouldn't be the best time to initiate the > groundloop, but I think I'd be comfortable commencing one soon after. > > The H36 is built like the proverbial Sydney Harbour Bridge. My understanding > is that it rarely (if ever) goes up on its nose or over on its back in > mishandled landing accidents. The airworthiness guys might like to comment on > this. When you think about the loads in a groundloop these are towards the > outer wing and downwards. Slamming the outer wing down isn't what I'm > proposing but once getting it down and then holding down firmly while > applying full opposite rudder. The undercarriage bow would probably hold up > throughout albeit with damage and partial removal as the rod ends > distorted/failed. During a grounloop its surprising just how slow the action > seems as you dissipate energy even though it isn't that slow. > > If the pilot assesses that they still have a couple of minutes before being > consumed by fire then hold off maybe but I would rather suffer a fracture or > cuts than burn or be overcome by toxic fumes. > > > We flew a fellow the other day who was in management with Peregrine when you > worked for them and knew you. He has a British accent and was responsible for > most of the continents excluding Antarctica. Will see if I can look up his > name but that description probably sound familiar. > > Best Regards > Laurie > > > > > > > > On Friday, 15 February 2019, 10:42:00 am AEDT, David McGonigal > wrote: > > > Laurie, > > > On first thought the ground loop is tempting. But I’d probably want to take > out “extreme” - the last thing you’d want would be for the aircraft to dig in > and tip forward (propelling you into the most likely fire source) or, worse, > flip, leaving you trapped underneath a burning aircraft. > > Best wishes, > David > > > David McGonigal > 101/1-3 Banksia Rd > Bellevue Hill > NSW 2023, Australia > Mobile: 0416 151 239 > Skype: davidmcgonigal > www.davidmcgonigal.com.au > david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au > > > > > > > > - > You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. > To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au >
Re: [DOG mailing list] In Flight Emergency Actions Part 2 Fire!
Laurie, On first thought the ground loop is tempting. But I’d probably want to take out “extreme” - the last thing you’d want would be for the aircraft to dig in and tip forward (propelling you into the most likely fire source) or, worse, flip, leaving you trapped underneath a burning aircraft. Best wishes, David David McGonigal 101/1-3 Banksia Rd Bellevue Hill NSW 2023, Australia Mobile: 0416 151 239 Skype: davidmcgonigal www.davidmcgonigal.com.au david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] G109
It didn’t completely lose altitude. That G109 has better ground effect than a Nimbus 4! The angle of attack looks a bit extreme though. Best wishes, David - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] Dimona ZK-GCB
Ian, Great news. Big congratulations. I remember the excitement when Rob and Nigel completed YT and it was flown to Camden. It’s a big moment alright. Best wishes, David David McGonigal 17 St Andrews St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia Tel: 61-2-9555-4413 Mobile: 0416 151 239 Skype: davidmcgonigal www.davidmcgonigal.com.au david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] Interesting legal information
Rob, It’s an interesting decision but it’s still only the NSW district court so it doesn’t establish any precedent outside the state. Effectively, it really restates the “willing assumption of risk” principle. But extending it to cover when the pilot is negligent, or irrespective of whether the pilot is negligent or not, is wide ranging - and seems to rewrite the law of torts (I wonder if there is an appeal?). In any case, a signed release will provide additional coverage for us. The challenge will be, as Rob says, what the insurance companies will do with this - will it leave student (and pilots) without insurance cover against personal injury? Best wishes, David David McGonigal 17 St Andrews St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia Tel: 61-2-9555-4413 Mobile: 0416 151 239 Skype: davidmcgonigal www.davidmcgonigal.com.au david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
Re: [DOG mailing list] Re:Sticking airbrake
Laurie, The minute your email came through yesterday Telstra pulled the plug on our area's internet for the day. What time are you planning on being at Camden? I may be able to get out there. Best wishes, David David McGonigal 17 St Andrews St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia Tel: 61-2-9555-4413 Mobile: 0416 151 239 Skype: davidmcgonigal www.davidmcgonigal.com.au david...@davidmcgonigal.com.au - You are subscribed to the Dimona Owners Group mailing list. To unsubscribe, send email to: dog-unsubscr...@lists.riverland.net.au
