It is just the FORMAT of the flight plan that has to follow the ICAO standards instead of the old domestic (US only) format. So IF you file a flight plan, it must be in that new format. The rules

It only means that all flights that you would normally file a flight plan will be done with the international flight plan now. You are still not required to file for VFR unless in an ADIZ or crossing

Interesting! You are supposed to use a bunch of flox for the tail gear, so I guess it could exotherm. I wonder what mine looks like... but I'm not going to cut it open to find out!! Thanks for

Btw it also tripped the 5a alt. field breaker on the panel and turned on the amber low volt alarm each time. That’s what started my electrical quest. Jim N46JP-0200

Excellent rendition Rick, This a great learning moment for Chris to bond and understanding his new ride. Very handy stuff. He has a fast airplane with the 0200 and GU canard. The problem I had

Thank you! I can’t wait to try these steps! I had to travel out of town for a couple of days. So I won’t be able to try until Saturday. Thanks again! Corbin

That’s not quite correct. The 50a breaker connects the output of the alternator to the bus always unless it is tripped or pulled. Even with engine not running and regardless of the field/regulator

Ok Corbin you are working so hard on this. You might try this test: At the regulator disconnect the power wire from the 5a breaker. Power up. Does the breaker still trip? If yes the wire from breaker

Don’t forget, with main switch off, to check resistance from field wire to ground. It should not be 0 ohms. It may not show infinite however as other devices on the unpowered bus may have

Never thought of it that way....or to small to see

You are correct. However, it only activates once the alternator has power and is running. And since the 5 amp is popping right away then the alternator never gets the chance to excite the stator.

Great point! Thanks for keeping me positive. I love the fact I’m now comfortable taking off the engine and putting back on. I’ve learned so much this last week. Corbin

I’m starting to think I need a new alternator. Wiring seems fine to me. Continuity checks are good. Corbin

Don’t get too frustrated, Corbin. This is giving you a chance to really get to “know” your plane. Better in the long run. Cheers, Jay

Your plane only has one large 50 amp breaker on the panel under the amateur built sign according to Mark. If that’s not tripping it’s probably wiring or the regulator. Some of us had split the

I have seen frayed wires cause similar problems Sonia and Rick Hole Email: r.hole@...

Just an update on the alternator field issue. I replaced the 5 amp breaker but that didn't fix it. My buddy that has a PP voltage regulator had the 28 volt version and not the 14 volt. I am going to

The reason you got two passes is because you went by too fast to see on the first one.