"Alma mater is Latin for "nourishing mother". It was used in ancient Rome as a title for the mother goddess, and in Medieval Christianity for the Virgin Mary. It is now a term mainly used in academia

Yes it is definitely cool, but what's an "alma mater"? Allan F

I know this is off topic, but I just had to brag a little about my alma mater, Southern Illinois University. Joan Higginbotham, a 1987 SIU electrical engineering grad, is currently circling the

Chris Congratulations !! Your turn is not far away now. Peter _____ From: Q-LIST@... [mailto:Q-LIST@...] On Behalf Of chris rayner Sent: Sunday, 10 December 2006

Congratulations Chris. Raoul,someday I will follow. --- chris-rayner@... wrote: From: "chris rayner" <chris-rayner@...> To: "Q-List" <Q-LIST@...> Subject: [Q-LIST]

Kevin, if you built one of those manometers as I did, that is the best way to check the pitot for any leaks Ron Triano N91RT Sonerai IIs, is a bird, it really flies Q200, Back working on it,

Bruce, No bugs on me!!! My airspeed indicator is off 5 MPH + in that range. Maybe more. I built a manometer from plans in one of the past newsletters. At 60 indicated the manometer was at 50 ect.

Congrats Chris. As far as I know that makes two of us this year. Enjoy the moment. You have earned it. Fly Safe Kevin Boddicker Tri Q 200 N7868B 37.3hours Luana, IA.

200 G-CUIK made a successful first flight under the expert command of Gary McKirdy from Enstone in UK. The slow progress of more than seven years building and some hours taxying, finished up with a 27

Outstanding Chris!!!! Congrads! Doug "Hawkeye" Humble A Sign Above www.asignabove.net Omaha NE N25974

Pitch buck at 85 mph- Did you have lots of bugs on the leading edge? That effects my stall speed about 5 to 7 mph. Check the pitot to see if it is vented into the cockpit somewhere. That increases

Guys, I am delighted to report that today at just after 15:00 GMT, Q-200 G-CUIK made a successful first flight under the expert command of Gary McKirdy from Enstone in UK. The slow progress of more

I have to make a couple of comments to what Peter is suggesting. I don't think Peter is suggesting holding the stick "full back" on take off. Please don't do that. She'll fly when she's up to speed.

9 Dec 06 Flight today was to expand the envelope on the gross weight testing. Full fuel, 100# in PAX seat. CG at 44.42". Range 42 to 47.2" Wind 15 to 20 MPH from 220. TO on 17 was different because

Get plenty of fast taxi practice before you feel ready to take off. Keeping the stick full back will maximize the TW grip which is essential for steering. Remember when the time comes that the landing

Congratulations Chris!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Earnest

I am in Mesa Az. falcon field ffz. thanks again for your intrest..

Yes, this is true. Adverse yaw is very powerful on the ground. HOWEVER, I would recommend that you do not use it until you have more experience. Just keep the ailerons neutral and just the

I do appreciate all of your guys help and knowledge. My advisor is not the best.. his Q hasn't flown for years.......

I do appreciate all of your guys help and knowledge. My advisor is not the best.. his Q hasn't flown for years.......