Donate to Wikipedia

[old man emu]

I use Wikipedia extensively. It's free to use, but there's nor such thing as a free lunch. At the moment Wikipedia is asking users to make a donation to support its continued existence. If you use Wikipedia a lot, and you have gained a lot of knowledge from accessing it, then seriously consider making a donation.

[nomadpete]

 

1 hour ago, old man emu said:

there's nor such thing as a free lunch.

These days I  have begun paying for some stuff -

Donated to Guardian, Wiki, etc.

 

I'm motivated to do so,  by seeing the (poor) quality and value represented by MSM subscriptions - which I refuse to pay.

[old man emu]

5 minutes ago, nomadpete said:

These days I  have begun paying for some stuff -

 

Ian never got back to us about contributing to the costs of this site, did he.

[Jerry_Atrick]

Nope.. But we should patronise his clear prop store for all our aviation needs. Seems pretty well priced.. When I get back, its an Icom transciever.. (I have an 8.33mhz one here).

[old man emu]

1 hour ago, Jerry_Atrick said:

we should patronise his clear prop store for all our aviation needs

But what if one is an aviation hanger-on with no use for those sort of things? There has to be another way to give support.

 

By the way, very shortly after making my donation to Wikipedia I received an email thanking me for the donation and including receipt details.

[Jerry_Atrick]

Here ya go... You may no longer have your FRTOL, but you can get hours of enjooyment listening in.. Especially, when you're at Temora: https://www.clearprop.com.au/avionics/radios-scanners-and-gps/50-600mhz-full-band-scanner-radio/

 

Edited December 5, 2024 by Jerry_Atrick

[nomadpete]

He won't hear it over the thunder of 750cc of American brute force nostalgia.

 

[GylesGrant]

 

Wikipedia is an invaluable resource that provides free knowledge to millions of people worldwide. While it's free to use, it relies on donations to stay ad-free and maintain its operations. If you’ve benefited from its vast collection of information, consider supporting it with a donation to ensure it continues to thrive. Even a small contribution can make a big difference in keeping this resource accessible for everyone.

[facthunter]

I agree .  Nev

[red750]

I've made a number of contributions.

[facthunter]

A Koala stamp with Gum Leaf Clusters for you.  May many follow your excellent example.  Nev

[nomadpete]

Call me old fashioned, but I'd rather pay for my information, than get bombarded by annoying ads that pay for it.

 

Yes, I  make a small payment each yer to Wiki and a few others.

[red750]

Wikipedia provides a lot of the data (not all) which is used in the aircraft profiles. There are a number of other aviation databases, as well as manufacterers websites which are referenced.

[GylesGrant]

On 06/12/2024 at 12:11 AM, old man emu said:

But what if one is an aviation hanger-on with no use for those sort of things? There has to be another way to give support.

 

By the way, very shortly after making my donation ,For game suggestions, a flight simulation game like https://bizzocasino-au.net/ to Wikipedia I received an email thanking me for the donation and including receipt details.

If one is an aviation enthusiast with no direct need for the materials or services mentioned, they can still contribute by sharing knowledge, participating in forums, or volunteering at aviation events. Supporting educational resources, like aviation museums or organizations, is another meaningful way to give back. Alternatively, writing articles, creating guides, or mentoring aspiring enthusiasts can make a lasting impact. Finally, simply engaging with the community and advocating for the field helps foster growth and awareness.