Yes, I see where a "blip" in the GPS position would result in some "unintended movement". Duly noted and filed. That said, the chance of running...
In the aviation business there are specialized training outfits for private/business jets. Flight Safety comes to mind. I assume there are similar...
I don't like do anything quickly to engines. Gentle.
The NARVA brand appears to be down under. However, Amazon lists a very similar looking connector made by Tyco.
Hah, my first sim was Leopard I in 1978. (driver) You're right, the episcope could leave a lasting impression on your forehead. The visuals came...
The phrase "fight or flight" comes to mind, except there's no flight in many marine or aeronautical "abnormals". Yes, I've woken up a few times...
Hmm, Dad's Sabre staid put pretty well within a foot.....
Once a year I get out of a Boeing sim.....the pucker factor is there because we're playing "let's bet your job"..... but your point is taken. 40...
OK, I sit corrected. That's why I ask these questions...... trying to enter the asylum with an educated mind. ;)
Didn't want to jack someone else's thread so here: There seems to be consensus that the 71 series are pretty stout engines. the 6-71 and 8V71...
Although a lot less than it used to be, 19% of Holland is water. (And 25% of the land is below sea level, but that's another story). A LOT of...
Frequent ER checks...... Or a natural. Check.
So what are the impending signs of doom...... noises? That's how it is on car gas engines....
Here's an interesting blog. Dude models, but he also has a real one, and, it's in English....
I think on the yacht system it's input is purely GPS position, course and ground speed. The Sabre I mentioned came with a joy stick which...
They have those for ships too........
That name rings a bell. Also very handy for anchoring, or even just untying/tying up in your slip. It really worked.
You're welcome. Lots more pictures here: (In case this link goes sour, I did a Google Image search for "opduwer")...
How does one get the fuel hose to the top of the tank? On some boats that could be quite a number of feet?
Seepage, not leaks.....seepage. (Say it with your best English accent......) And oh, they don't break down.... they "fail to proceed..." (Yes, I...
