Comments - Nature - our biggest enemy! - Zenith Aircraft Builders and Flyers2024-03-29T09:59:00Zhttps://zenith.aero/profiles/comment/feed?attachedTo=2606393%3ABlogPost%3A4021&xn_auth=noYou have found a unique chall…tag:zenith.aero,2009-01-18:2606393:Comment:49272009-01-18T23:24:52.594ZPhillip Owenshttps://zenith.aero/profile/PhillipOwens
You have found a unique challenge to flying! I do not envy your preflight or operating conditions, perhaps our -30 degree weather might be of some assistance, however, it might take awhile to get it to you, sorry I cannot be of greater assistance, happy flying.
You have found a unique challenge to flying! I do not envy your preflight or operating conditions, perhaps our -30 degree weather might be of some assistance, however, it might take awhile to get it to you, sorry I cannot be of greater assistance, happy flying. I've seen those bats down the…tag:zenith.aero,2009-01-16:2606393:Comment:46222009-01-16T23:13:07.780ZJeff Webbhttps://zenith.aero/profile/JeffWebb
I've seen those bats down there! Or at least the ones in the Comoros, I assume they are the same size! As for the small creatures, a light coating of LPS#2 will keep them at bay for a while. Their little feet don't like walking around on that stuff and it will provide a corrosion protective layer. I would like to see a grass seed that can blow a tire! Is it grass seed or Khat?
I've seen those bats down there! Or at least the ones in the Comoros, I assume they are the same size! As for the small creatures, a light coating of LPS#2 will keep them at bay for a while. Their little feet don't like walking around on that stuff and it will provide a corrosion protective layer. I would like to see a grass seed that can blow a tire! Is it grass seed or Khat? You know, it all makes for mo…tag:zenith.aero,2009-01-13:2606393:Comment:40892009-01-13T15:20:33.298ZJonathan Porterhttps://zenith.aero/profile/ElizabethPorter
You know, it all makes for more interest in the day.... After a while if nothing bites or you builds a nest in your plane you start wondering what is wrong with the day.... then you realize you must be dreaming. Come on out and do some volunteer work - building - planes and buildings, admin, delivering medical goods, computer assistance, welding projects, etc - we have lots going on and are probably a good 'first' visit to Africa. Contact us for more details!!!
You know, it all makes for more interest in the day.... After a while if nothing bites or you builds a nest in your plane you start wondering what is wrong with the day.... then you realize you must be dreaming. Come on out and do some volunteer work - building - planes and buildings, admin, delivering medical goods, computer assistance, welding projects, etc - we have lots going on and are probably a good 'first' visit to Africa. Contact us for more details!!! I guess i'll stop complaining…tag:zenith.aero,2009-01-13:2606393:Comment:40692009-01-13T14:43:23.220ZJohn Davishttps://zenith.aero/profile/JohnDavis
I guess i'll stop complaining about the mud daubers we have after reading this:-)
I guess i'll stop complaining about the mud daubers we have after reading this:-) I enjoyed reading your post b…tag:zenith.aero,2009-01-13:2606393:Comment:40622009-01-13T14:33:23.062ZStephen R. Smithhttps://zenith.aero/profile/StephenRSmith
I enjoyed reading your post but wow, I think I will drop my plans to fly non-stop across the Atlantic in my 601 to visit Africa. I am going to switch to my backup plan of flying to Alaska where it is rumored there are mosquitoes the size of 701s that will carry unsuspecting tourists out into a swamp while they sleep and suck out all their blood – or something like that – I may have a few details wrong…<br />
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You seem to be the expert on managing the threats that “God’s creatures” create for aviators…
I enjoyed reading your post but wow, I think I will drop my plans to fly non-stop across the Atlantic in my 601 to visit Africa. I am going to switch to my backup plan of flying to Alaska where it is rumored there are mosquitoes the size of 701s that will carry unsuspecting tourists out into a swamp while they sleep and suck out all their blood – or something like that – I may have a few details wrong…<br />
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You seem to be the expert on managing the threats that “God’s creatures” create for aviators in Africa so I would not presume to be of much help. It seems that no single remedy will do. Have you tried a hermetically sealed hanger or a moat of fire? Simple remedies like these should be tried before moving on to more effective solutions like sterilizing the neighborhood with thermonuclear devices. Well that exhausts my knowledge on the topic. I am impressed with your experience and perseverance though, truly. Good luck!<br />
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Steve