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Well...it took a couple days longer then I expected but I managed to get the mechanic to finish the repairs and I was on my way again!

To complete this Leg, I had another 380 nm's to Brownsville...

Flight path for the remainder of this leg...


After testing the engine numerous times by giving her full power and going up and down the runway a few times, I had the confidence that it was good to go!
Gave her full power from the farthest tip of the tarmac and she lifted off without any hiccups! (thank the lord! !)


I could not forget about the rancher who was more then generous....did a fly-by with the smoke on to say a final farewell!


For a large portion of this leg, I was flying over Mexico! The terrain was beautiful and the weather was hot! The hot temperatures made the air rather bumpy but I didn't care that much...I was just happy the engine was running smoothly!  ;D


On approach to Brownsville, was able to follow the winding waters of the Rio Grande! As the sun was setting it made for a real nice approach....


Passing by the city of Brownsville....lining her up with Runway 13


There was a bit of cross wind which made things a little tricky...but I was able to get her down with only a little smoke...


Got her secured and parked ok....I plan on having the mechanic at the airport take another look at the engine...(not that I don't trust a farm equipment mechanic... )


Thanks for watching....comments/suggestions always welcome!!

Leg 1 - http://www.simviation.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=screen;action=disp%20lay;num=1079349700
Leg 2 - http://www.simviation.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=screen;action=display;num=1079960311
Leg 3 - http://www.simviation.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=screen;action=display;num=1080568002
Leg 4 - http://www.simviation.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=screen;action=display;num=1081263677
Leg 5 - http://www.simviation.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=screen;action=display;num=1082034131
Leg 6 - http://www.simviation.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=screen;action=display;num=1082383988
Leg 7A - http://www.simviation.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=screen;action=display;num=1084982310

Great leg Dean!!  Love shot four!  Can't wait for the next leg.

I agree, shot four is awesome! I'll have to visit that area of the U.S sometime, the scenery is amazing! Can't wait till the next leg  ;D

lvely scnenery. dont you just hate cross winds

Fantastic stuff Dean, waiting for the next leg

Great shoots

Thanks Everyone! Its sure nice to get back on this trip!

Excellent. Glad everything worked out for you and your twin

Great shots and great story line!

Great shots and story! Cant wiat for the next one!

Great pics as always.

Just wondering, is that farm default?

Great pics as always.

Just wondering, is that farm default?

Thanks...the farm is a download right here at Simv....its called Barnes Ranch....

Nice. Looks like you had a fun time. Must have taken a wee while.
Ben