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Rezrider · Post by **Rezrider** » Fri Jan 30, 2015 7:19 am

captnkirk wrote:Thanks Jim that was what I had expected. Like I said I made my choice it work your mileage may vary

Well I'm just glad that it worked out.

Post by **Christine** » Fri Jan 30, 2015 1:33 pm

As pilots we have often to make quick decisions. Our decisions are based on our knowledge, experience (our own as well as other pilots') and sometimes also gut feelings. At times our decision are right, sometimes they are wrong. We don't always have all the tools, knowledge or experience to make the best decision possible but don't have the luxury of delaying our deciding on a course of action.
The more we share our own experiences and decisions the more we can learn from other pilots good or not so good decisions and experiences.
I find it extremely important to support everyone who decides to share their experiences. If we start judging someone else's decision then we may loose this opportunity of learning from other pilots experiences. We never know all of the circumstances and details how a decision was made unless we have been there. Discussions, brainstorming, figuring out what may have been the best solution retrospectively is good and helpful for learning, judging (negatively) a decision is mainly counterproductive in my experience.
I am an advocate of learning through sharing what other pilots have experienced and what their decisions had been (and the outcome) and think about alternate solutions and their possible outcome. Then, if I should get into a similar situation, I would be more prepared to make my own decision. Everyone, please keep sharing your experiences and keep it friendly and non-judgmental .....Thank you

MauleMechanic · Post by **MauleMechanic** » Fri Jan 30, 2015 3:41 pm

captnkirk...check your messages...PM SENT!

riverbuggy · Post by **riverbuggy** » Fri Jan 30, 2015 5:02 pm

Thank you Christine. Well said. I always learn something from these discussions. They provide much food for thought, and I don't want them to stop.

aero101 · Post by **aero101** » Fri Jan 30, 2015 5:18 pm

Thanks Christine, you hit nail on head... AND I'd like to add that no need to take any comments, constructive criticism, other ideas, etc personally... If the shoe fits, wear it, if you don't agree, oh well, no big deal... For a lot of our experiences, there is no one right answer for what's best in that given situation. Kind of like the Wheel / Three Point landings debate which could go on forever, bottom line - do what works for you and makes you comfortable, which is usually your best choice!!

MauleMechanic · Post by **MauleMechanic** » Fri Jan 30, 2015 6:06 pm

During my multi-engine check ride years ago, my examiner ask me "what are you doing" about ten times. Each time I replied, "flying the airplane". I finally asked why he kept asking me that question. He replied......as long as you are doing something....even if it is wrong, DO SOMETHING!

I find nothing wrong with Kirks decision......a running engine is a good engine, a quiet engine means PAIN. Ask me how I know!

I have made several dead stick landings, one crash and climbed like a bat outta hell in a J-3 with a broke throttle cable. Spring pulled full power so I climbed until I could think! I was still a student pilot. Shut it down and was my first dead stick landing.....at a control towered airport.

TOWER - I thought this was a ful stop landing
ME - SO DID I!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

cs409 · Post by **cs409** » Fri Jan 30, 2015 7:39 pm

Hey captnkirk, glad all worked out ok for you and the maule. Am sure you didnt have a blue shirt on so in the future just make sure to wear a Blue Shirt, that way all will be good! best to you

captnkirk · Post by **captnkirk** » Fri Jan 30, 2015 9:59 pm

Well Jim and Jim have brought up some valid points it made me think. I have ordered a new fire extinguisher . I had gotten use to having one at work I overlooked the fact I need one in the Maule. There are many good ideas on this web site and I want to keep them coming. I may have a lot of time but I am still learning alot about our Maule.

wtxdragger · Post by **wtxdragger** » Sat Jan 31, 2015 5:36 am

Christine,

Thanks for the reply, it was spot on.

I am one of the folks that truly benefit from the experiences of the forum, and hope that nobody would hold back in fear of a brow beating.

You run an awesome site that I visit more than I should.

Jeffery

Kirk · Post by **Kirk** » Sat Jan 31, 2015 1:36 pm

+1 on the fire extinguisher. It was one of the first things I added to my airplane. Mounted it on the tubing of the right front seat where it could be grabbed quickly.

Thanks Christine. I agree that flaming of people that share their experiences discourages getting help from others and we lose the benefit of information.

Fortunately, that is rarely seen on this board.

Kirk

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