Steve-
I also took the course at Ada, OK and it was the best, by far, maintenance/training course I have ever taken. Their documentation of the course was deep, thorough and well-explained. LOP operation is spreading in our community and that is a great thing for all. Unfortunately, as you know, a lot of folks are hearing some of the knowledge second hand and often third hand, then trying it. You really need to know the physics and reasoning behind the concept to do it well and safely. One truly needs the live class, IMHO, at ADA. But the on-line course is certainly sufficient. On the other hand, you can't beat the scene of George Braley wheeling John Deakin into the room in an office chair as John demonstrates the "Big Red Pull" in the time it takes to do it in an airplane.
Cheers and thanks again Walter, George and John
Claudette and I attended the Advanced Pilot Course a couple of years ago. Of the 50 or so attendees, (and there were skeptics,) I don’t think anyone left without agreement their procedures are the best way to operate an engine. The presentation is easy to follow with complete explanation of what is happening and why. Any remaining questions are answered and everything is documented. The cost of the course should be easily amortized by fuel savings and reduced maintenance. They even provide very comfortable swivel chairs.
Steve Colwell Legacy IO-550
Subject: [LML] How do I run lean of peak?
If you operate your engine ROP at high power settings you have a much greater chance of damaging your engine than by anything you might do LOP.
The next Live APS class is October 7-9.