Tag Archives: Pete Schoeninger

The Sun Shines Bright On Runway 27

Posted on November 19, 2020 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Copyright 2020. All rights reserved! Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine (online) – December 2020/January 2021 Q: Why do airport engineers layout a runway to align perfectly with a setting sun? Recently (September 15th) I was landing at … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, Columns, Columns, Columns, December 2020/January 2021 | Tagged aircraft, airplane, Ask Pete, aviation, Flying, Midwest Flyer Magazine, Pete Schoeninger, Pilots | Leave a comment

Each Best Speed For Your Airplane Serves A Purpose

Posted on September 25, 2020 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published in Midwest Flyer – October/November 2020 issue Q. Could you explain “best loiter speed” and how I can find it for my airplane? Also, where would I find information on “best power-off glide speed?” A. Best … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, Columns, Columns, Columns, October/November 2020 | Tagged Cessna 180, Cessna 182, Cherokee 180, drag on grass field, grass airfield, grass airstrip, loiter speed, Midwest Flyer, Pete Schoeninger, Piper Arrow, Piper Lance, Piper Tri-Pacer | Leave a comment

Restore Or Update Or None of the Above?

Posted on July 23, 2020 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published in Midwest Flyer – August/September 2020 issue Q: What do you hear about current airplane sale market conditions? A: Airplane salesmen I know tell me that for three weeks or so, the market just froze in … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, August/September 2020, Columns, Columns, Columns | Tagged aircraft, airplane, appraises airplanes, Ask Pete, Cessna, Challenger, Cherokee, Maule MX-7s, Midwest Flyer, Pete Schoeninger, Piper, Piper Comanche, Piper Cub, Piper PA, Skyhawk | 3 Comments

Ways To Beat The High Cost of Replacement Parts & Avoid Mistakes In Buying A Used Airplane

Posted on June 1, 2020 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published in Midwest Flyer – June/July 2020 issue Q: What changes have you seen in the used airplane market since the Coronavirus Pandemic hit the U.S? A: As I write this (mid-April 2020), it is too early … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, Columns, Columns, Columns, June/July 2020 | Tagged airplane, Ask Pete, C172M, Cessna, Cessna 150, Cessna 172L, Cessna 180, Cessna 180 floats, Cessna 182, Cherokee 180, Comanche, liability insurance airplane, Midwest Flyer, Mooney 201, Pete Schoeninger, Piper Lance, Piper Warriors | Leave a comment

Factors To Consider When Shopping For A Used Airplane

Posted on March 21, 2020 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published in Midwest Flyer – April/May 2020 issue Q: I need help deciding which of two Bonanzas to buy. Two friends are going to sell their 1980 and 1981 F33A Bonanzas and pool their resources to buy … Continue reading →

Posted in April/May 2020, Ask Pete, Columns, Columns, Columns | Tagged Aeronca 7FC Tri-Traveler, Aircraft Registration, April/May 2020, Ask Pete, biennial flight review, Bonanzas, Cessna 172S, Citabria, Columns, Midwest Flyer, Pete Schoeninger, Piper J-3 Cubs | Leave a comment

When To Pickle My Engine & Am I In A Pickle Without ADS-B?

Posted on January 19, 2020 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published In Midwest Flyer – February/March 2020 issue Q: How often and how long should I I fly my Beech Sport (150 hp Lycoming engine) in the winter before considering engine preservative action? A: Lycoming S/L L180B … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, Columns, Columns, Feb/March 2020 | Tagged ADS-B, aircraft appraisals, airplane, airplane annual, Ask Pete, aviation, Beech Sport, Beech Sport safe oil consumption, best angle of climb speed, Bonanza, Columns, Ercoupe, Ercoupe non-stallable, Ercoupe rudder control, Feb/March 2020, fixed base operations, Flying In The Winter, Midwest Flyer, Pete Schoeninger, skiplane pilot, Skis on 1960 Cessna 172 | Leave a comment

PLBs & Satellite Messengers – Are They Worth Buying?

Posted on December 1, 2019 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published in Midwest Flyer – December 2019/January 2020 issue Q: My friend, a medical doctor, strongly urges me to carry a personal locator beacon (PLB) or satellite messenger – even when flying day VFR – in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, Columns, Columns, Dec 2019/Jan 2020 | Tagged ADS–B, aircraft, airplane, Bonanza, Cessna 172S, Cessna 185, Cessna 195s, Midwest Flyer, personal locator beacon, Pete Schoeninger, Piper Saratogas, satellite messenger, Stinson | Leave a comment

How To Avoid Prop Damage On A Gravel Airstrip & What To Do If You Are Missing An Airframe Maintenance Logbook

Posted on October 13, 2019 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published in Midwest Flyer – October/November 2019 Issue Q: What trends do you see in used airplane values? A: As I see it, I think the market is fairly strong, led by airplanes commonly used for training, … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, Columns, Columns, Oct/Nov 2019 | Tagged airplane, airplane values, Bonanza, Cessna 172, Cessna 175, Cherokee, general aviation tire size, Gravel Airstrip, Midwest Flyer, Pete Schoeninger, Piper Warrior, Super Cub | Leave a comment

What To Say If Your Best Friend Bought A Dog of An Airplane

Posted on August 3, 2019 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published in Midwest Flyer – August/September 2019 issue The Misunderstood Master Switch Q: I rode along with a pilot friend and his avionics technician while they were doing some inflight checking of avionics. I was horrified as … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, Aug/Sept 2019, Columns, Columns | Tagged AC 90-66B, avionics, Bold Method Traffic Pattern, C-172, C-182, Cessna 175, Cessna 180, Cessna 182, Cessna Hawk XP, Flap on Landing, Logbook, Magnetos, Midwest Flyer, Nav/Com, Pete Schoeninger, Piper J-5, Piper PA-12, Piper PA-14, Tri-Pacers | Leave a comment

Buying & Selling An Airplane & The 100LL Revolution!

Posted on May 30, 2019 by mwflyer

by Pete Schoeninger Published in Midwest Flyer – June/July 2019 issue Q: You said an airplane that is 8 months “out of annual” (defined as more than 12 months since last annual inspection), is worth less than the cost of … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Pete, Columns, Columns, June/July 2019 | Tagged 00LL octane fuel, 58 Baron, Airplane Out of Annual, Buying Airplane, Cessna 150, Cessna 172, Cherokees, engine rebuilder, F33A Bonanza, Midwest Flyer, Pete Schoeninger, S35 Bonanza, Selling Airplane, Taylorcraft | Leave a comment