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The most stupid thing to do during an EHM event
EHM-1001 Robert:
Well, I think we might speaking too much about INS, INS ... ;D
If somebody would afraid this airplane and the Event would mean too much difficulty for him, I can say do not be afraid ! The airplane is equipped with the standard GPS too. If you would like to use that and the inbuilt Flightplanner, you can still join the Event ! It is your choice and only a matter of realism level how would you like to fly!
The DC-8 is a Boeing 767 size aircraft, and flies like a real heavy airplane, but apart from some differences in the systems, the airplane is easy to handle.
To fly with INS is not a mandatory at all. You can fly as you wish. But anyway, INS is really easy, and a handy tool on long flights and ocean crossing ;) A half FMS/FMC computer...
EHM-1749 Hector:
Hi, Robert
I have sent two emails to get registered in the event but have not received the confirmation yet. My only problem is that I will be in Bogota on business from April 7 to 12 so my only chance to fly legs 3 and 4 is April 6. Other than that everything look good.
A word for the DC8. Eventhough this is the 30 Series it has similar flying characteristics of the 60 Series I am used to with main difference in the double rotation for the last.
Plan the descent with no more than 1500 fpm and remember that the use of spoilers to break speed is not allowed.
Be very cautious on approaches. Remember that she doesn't have reverse trust neither auto brakes. Another important thing is that if you find yourself too high in the short final, DO NOT push the plane down for she will fly like a piano and you will have no time to recover. If this situation arises, it is wiser to perform a go around.
A final hint for the INS alignment: The alignment of the INS is movement dependant. Even if there are strong winds at the airport it can slow the process. So, it is much better and faster to select calm weather in FS and after the alignment is completed then get connected.
EHM-1001 Robert:
So far we have 12 registrations. Confirmation mails were sent out ;)
EHM-0502 Desmond:
Trial flight - difficult to fly, have to plan landing carefully. INS works well, but takes a lot of time to get used to!
EHM-1651 Christian:
Hi everyone, just a reminder:
The event starts this sunday 30th of March, and you can join in reardless of which class you are or you have just signed up with us here at Euroharmony.
We will also have a fly-in on Sunday the 30th of March, and in good Euroharmony tradition we fly the first leg online as many as possible.
Please come and join us in the event.
Happy landings;)
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