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Can you have a prop strike without a prop? This is one of the more unusual questions the hosts have faced. They also track down a carbon monoxide leak, advise on Continental rpm settings, and help an owner who likely had a pre-ignition event. Email podcasts@aopa.org for a chance to be on the show. Join the world's largest aviation community at aopa.org/join Full notes below: Robert is an A&P who is trying to help a flight school track down a carbon monoxide leak in a Cherokee. An instructor had a carbon monoxide event, took up a monitor, and found that it was reading at least 300 ppm. The exhaust and heater shroud were replaced, but the cabin was still getting more than 10 ppm. He’s wondering if there is a maximum level allowed in aircraft. Mike said Car 3 didn’t have a maximum, but that Part 23 says 50 ppm is the allowed maximum under current regulations. Hypoxia and carbon monoxide are cumulative, and he said his current comfort is below 20 ppm. He also said leaning impacts CO levels...