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Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 14613
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Sep 22, 2010 5:58 pm Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
960 lbs. Congrats to your neighbor! Good find.
Travis |
Topic: Halo Headset, Quiet Technologies: Missing in Action! |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 0
Views: 2956
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Forum: Avionics-List Posted: Wed Sep 22, 2010 7:20 am Subject: Halo Headset, Quiet Technologies: Missing in Action! |
I have been the happy owner of a Halo headset by Quiet Technologies for over a year. 6 weeks ago the mic died. I contacted Phil McCandless with Quiet Technologies and he requested I send it to him f ... |
Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 14613
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Sep 22, 2010 4:05 am Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
The annual Condition Inspection was completed on the Vixen on 09/01/10. Engine compressions were 78/80, 78/80, 80/80, 78/80. Current engine hours are now 615+. I'm heading to the airport shortly fo ... |
Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 14613
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2010 10:59 am Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
Just another shameless BUMP! Wonderful airplane still for sale!
Travis |
Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 14613
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 5:46 pm Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
I posted a video to YouTube that highlights the Vixen. It helps to give a better perspective of the plane.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ith6oCWtgw
Travis |
Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 14613
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2010 6:34 am Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
Thanks Tommy!
The Kudos are appreciated! About the price... I'll be more than happy to take and extra 10k over what I'm asking! ...at any price, it is going to make someone a wonderful plan ... |
Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 14613
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2010 5:45 am Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
Thanks Dick!
No need to feel alone... Even after the Vixen sells, it will NEVER be very far from our hearts. During the past 4 years, the Vixen has been an absolute BLAST! Thanks for the Kudos on t ... |
Topic: Flying with the doors off |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 17
Views: 15506
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2010 5:39 am Subject: Re: Flying with the doors off |
I'll take pictures and start a new thread (Dick....sorry for hijacking this thread!)
Travis |
Topic: Flying with the doors off |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 17
Views: 15506
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 1:24 pm Subject: Re: Flying with the doors off |
Dick,
We've never removed the doors on the Vixen (Series 5), but occasionally fly with one or both doors open (opened/closed during flight). I have experienced no problems and I do not exceed 90 MPH ... |
Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 14613
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 1:12 pm Subject: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE |
We regretfully have made to decision to sell our beloved Vixen. Below is the ad copy from my Barnstormer's ad. This is the link to every detail on the plane. http://www.enotam.net/eNOTAM/Classified ... |
Topic: insurance |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 8
Views: 8464
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Sun Jun 27, 2010 3:12 pm Subject: Re: insurance |
Malcolm,
You can contact Scott directly via email. Please email me at flyboytr(at)bellsouth.net and I will give you his personal email address. He really is great to work with.
Travis |
Topic: insurance |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 8
Views: 8464
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Sun Jun 27, 2010 9:47 am Subject: Re: insurance |
I have been using Sky Smith Insurance for the past 4 years. He is an insurance broker that knows airplanes (including experimentals) Full coverage, $50K hull, etc. I'm currently renewing my policy ... |
Topic: IO240 |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 3
Views: 4306
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2010 7:00 am Subject: Re: IO240 |
Jim,
Great advise given so far! Fuel pressure setting are critical for this engine. I check and adjust mine twice a year. If it is a pound or two off at idle speed...it will idle rough, die, cough ... |
Topic: Fuel migration |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 10152
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2010 6:53 am Subject: Re: Fuel migration |
Yes...if the plane is not level (wings), fuel will gravity feed to the low wing's tank (as stated by many folks so far...). When I park my Vixen, I always turn one wing tank off to prevent flow to th ... |
Topic: Fuel Injector Questions for io-240 |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 7
Views: 14044
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Forum: Continental-List Posted: Tue Jun 01, 2010 8:06 am Subject: Re: Fuel Injector Questions for io-240 |
Tim,
Thanks for the info. I have been unable to locate the publication you mentioned. Do you have a link to it? Thanks!
Travis |
Topic: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Videos |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 11220
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Thu May 27, 2010 12:35 pm Subject: Re: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Vide |
Vic & Steve,
Thanks! Glad you found the videos. Mountain flying is a different sort of thing. AOPA has a great Mountain Flying course that is on-line. I'm pretty much a flat-lander except whe ... |
Topic: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Videos |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 11220
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Thu May 27, 2010 7:51 am Subject: Re: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Vide |
Roger,
Thanks for the kind reply. I can now change my sad icon to a smiley one! Yes...HVR is a lot different than flying in Indiana. I love my AnywhereMap Navigation System and NexRad radar ... |
Topic: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Videos |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 9
Views: 11220
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed May 26, 2010 12:25 pm Subject: Re: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Vide |
Our High Valley Resort trip starts in two days. It's still an open invitation to anyone wanting to join us. All the details are available at: http://www.enotam.net/eNOTAM/Temporary/High_Valley_Resor ... |
Topic: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (PICTURES ATTACHED) |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 10
Views: 18460
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Sun May 02, 2010 6:33 am Subject: Re: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (PICTURES ATTACHED) |
PRICE DROP... $75 and actual shipping costs. Thanks.
Travis |
Topic: Transponder Swap...Tray Question |
FlyboyTR
Replies: 6
Views: 7248
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Forum: Avionics-List Posted: Mon Apr 26, 2010 4:57 am Subject: Re: Transponder Swap...Tray Question |
Thanks Noel.
The information is helpful. When the builder built my Vixen he did a great job and behind the panel is very clean and tidy. However, the way it was done really makes upgrades very dif ... |
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