DickDastardly00 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Thanks. Enjoy the bitc...I mean beach! just a quick long weekend trip for my wife’s Bday, it’s a start anyway, we’re looking at other places for Summer. ♪Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery; None but ourselves can free our minds.♫ -Bob Marley, Redemption Song Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 AMC February!!! --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 February isn’t much better. We get possibly the lamest holiday of the year, Valentine’s Day, at least I’m going on a beach trip that weekend. What? February is great! Black History month you racist cracker! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stm25rs Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 You know what's racist? Making black history month the shortest month of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DickDastardly00 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 What? February is great! Black History month you racist cracker! At least it's better than January, I'll give February that much. It's slightly less depressing and slightly less antisocial than January too. ♪Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery; None but ourselves can free our minds.♫ -Bob Marley, Redemption Song Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 You know what's racist? Making black history month the shortest month of the year. No, what’s racist is that none of the other races have a designated history month at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 You know what's racist? Making black history month the shortest month of the year. Chime in 700watts My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted January 30, 2021 I Donated Share Posted January 30, 2021 No, what’s racist is that none of the other races have a designated history month at all.AAPI History Month is May, Hispanic Heritage Month is mid-September to mid-October, and Native American Heritage Month is November. So, that's not even true. And every month is white history month, because the study of history in the western world is focused primarily on the history of western civilization. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 You know what's racist? Making black history month the shortest month of the year. If November had been selected it would probably be the darkest month of the year. No snow is more common in November. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 Revisiting the Castle Bravo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ammcinnis Posted January 30, 2021 Author Share Posted January 30, 2021 Yesterday I received the notice below from the FAA, concerning Garmin's new emergency autoland system for general aviation (i.e. private) airplanes. And you thought self-driving cars were too futuristic! Emergency Autoland Overview Three aircraft have been certified with Emergency Autoland (EAL) systems in 2020: the Piper M600, the Daher TBM 940, and the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50. EAL systems can perform an emergency landing in the event of suspected pilot incapacitation. When these systems are activated, the autopilot will begin to announce its intentions on air traffic frequencies. Here’s what other pilots in the area should know about EAL systems. EAL can be activated in three ways: EAL senses erratic flying, stabilizes the aircraft, and checks for pilot responsiveness; if no input, EAL activates.Emergency Descent Mode (EDM) activates. After descending, EAL checks for pilot responsiveness; if no input, EAL activates.EAL can be manually activated by a pilot in distress or a passenger. EAL will squawk 7700 and broadcast a Mayday advisory on the aircraft’s last pilot-selected frequency and on Guard (121.5) as follows: “Mayday, Mayday, Mayday, November One Two Three Four (N1234), Emergency Autoland activated, standby for more information.” After the initial broadcast, there will be a 25-second pause for Air Traffic Control (ATC) to move conflicting traffic. Twenty-five seconds after activation, EAL broadcasts the following: “N1234, pilot incapacitation, XX miles southwest of KABC, landing KXYZ airport. Emergency Autoland in XX minutes on Runway 00.” The aircraft then begins maneuvering to the selected landing airport. Subsequent broadcasts will be on Guard. After initial activation, it will immediately broadcast on Guard if EAL changes destination due to weather or other factors. As necessary, the aircraft descends in the hold at the final approach fix for landing at the emergency airport. EAL will broadcast on the appropriate ATC frequency or Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) within 12 miles of the landing airport. Subsequent broadcasts at intervals repeat information and update time to landing. After landing, EAL broadcasts at 90-second intervals on Tower/CTAF and 5 minutes on Guard as follows: “Disabled aircraft on Runway 00 at KXYZ airport.” Once activated, the EAL system will make verbal announcements to passengers in the cockpit on upcoming maneuvers, and indicate the route of flight and ensuing maneuvers via a video map display. A push-to-talk button is available for passenger communications to ATC. EAL will avoid: prohibited areas; known obstacles and terrain; and significant weather. EAL does NOT: Check Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) (e.g., closed or shortened runways).Avoid Military Operations Area (MOA), Special Use Airspace (SUA), Restricted Areas, or Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR).Turn on aircraft lights (lights that are already on when EAL activates will stay on).See and avoid other traffic. Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) is not linked to EAL. EAL Operational Considerations: Only selects airports with a published Global Positioning System (GPS) or Area Navigation (RNAV) ApproachMay cross international boundariesDoes not exit the runwayMay land opposite direction to current trafficDoes not receive braking action reportsDoes not know about personnel and equipment on the runwaysWill not alter route of flight per ATC instructionsMust have a terrain database loaded (may be out of date) The EAL system selects a suitable landing airfield based on several factors: weather, wind, runway length, and towered/non-towered airport status. EAL selects towered airports over non-towered airports where possible, and uses runway requirements that depend on the aircraft type. If the system loses the GPS signal, the airplane continues straight flight without attempting to land until GPS coverage resumes. This notice is being sent to you because you selected "General Information" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences. "If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there." ~ The Cheshire Cat (Alice in Wonderland) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 "There used to be a runway here, but now there's a school" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 42 - And everyone thinks about Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. But wait - there's more: http://article.sapub.org/10.5923.j.ijtmp.20211101.03.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWebb Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 12" of snow in 24hrs this weekend. Good times... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 we're at the start of it as well. Got about 4-5" already. wrapping up tonight. Should have 12-18 at the end of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWebb Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 I ran out of places to put the snow, there is a pile 7'+ high in my back yard. I hope its melted by late April. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dishwasher Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Imagine the crazy bastard who was the first to test that system. Tesla can't even drive out of a parking lot without a fender bender. Brought to you by Pfizer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dishwasher Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 (edited) House I bought has pretty much failed inspection. Deal is probably gonna fall through. Only out $400 for the inspection. Saved me 10k in repairs I’d have to do on day one. (HVAC is toast, water heater is toast, plumbing and foundation issues) Back to the search. Edited February 1, 2021 by Dishwasher Brought to you by Pfizer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDTurbo Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Yikes. Nice when inspections do what they're supposed to. Best luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infosecdad Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 House I bought has pretty much failed inspection. Deal is probably gonna fall through. Only out $400 for the inspection. Saved me 10k in repairs I’d have to do on day one. (HVAC is toast, water heater is toast, plumbing and foundation issues) Back to the search. I had one like that where the inspector actually was detailed (4hr inspection) and found mold/rot under the sun room, so structural and foundation damage. Would have been an estimated $50k to fix; needless to say, we didn't buy that house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted February 1, 2021 I Donated Share Posted February 1, 2021 House I bought has pretty much failed inspection. Deal is probably gonna fall through. Only out $400 for the inspection. Saved me 10k in repairs I’d have to do on day one. (HVAC is toast, water heater is toast, plumbing and foundation issues) Back to the search.Ask for $10k in closing help to fix the issues and see if the seller says yes. My house was appraised at $13k under list, and there were a bunch of small things on the inspection. We had offered list, but asked for a $13k adjustment and $4k in closing help. I thought for sure the sellers would do, like, half of that at most. Nope, they gave us 100% of what we asked. I guess they figured they'd have to lower the price no matter what, so might as well give us what we asked, and not have to deal with finding another buyer that would still ask for the same stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dishwasher Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Ask for $10k in closing help to fix the issues and see if the seller says yes. My house was appraised at $13k under list, and there were a bunch of small things on the inspection. We had offered list, but asked for a $13k adjustment and $4k in closing help. I thought for sure the sellers would do, like, half of that at most. Nope, they gave us 100% of what we asked. I guess they figured they'd have to lower the price no matter what, so might as well give us what we asked, and not have to deal with finding another buyer that would still ask for the same stuff. That’s what we’re doing. We’ll see, but I’m not holding my breath. Realtor is trying to rope me into a home warranty, unfortunately I read contractual indemnity agreements for a living and home warranties are typically airtight and also useless. Brought to you by Pfizer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 Have you renewed your auto warranty though? Because I am sure it’s about to expire just going from all the phone calls I am getting! --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 We got a home warranty for free with the house. Got a free dishwasher from it. $10k may not be enough for those problems Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted February 2, 2021 I Donated Share Posted February 2, 2021 We got a home warranty for free with the house. Got a free dishwasher from it. $10k may not be enough for those problems[emoji38] I didn't see the list before. Yeah, $10k probably won't cover just HVAC and HWH alone. Our HVAC was like $12k... granted, it's a high end energy efficient one, but still. And "foundation issues" is a wide open category that could be anywhere from the minor mold issues we had in our basement (95% fixed by a high end dehumidifier and some drainage fixes, at a cost of ~$2k), to the $40k we were quoted for digging away from the foundation and applying waterproofing on the outside, to actually having to shore up a slab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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