March 2012 issue of FLYER on sale

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The March issue of FLYER is on sale now. Justin Cox flight tests the classic British Bulldog, John Miller recalls flying the Republican Seabee seaplane in Capetown and there's vital tips on how to slow and prevent aircraft corrosion. Also in this issue, Julian Scarfe presents an overview of the changes taking place which could lead to a Single European Sky and how they can affect GA pilots like you, plus there's a Flying Adventure that takes you to the Balearic Islands and back in a PA-28 Archer II...



Bulldog Flight Test - “I had flown the Bulldog many years before. I eased the nose up with a light squeeze on the stick and we lifted up in unison with the lead ship; my memories of the delightful machine soon came rushing back.” Read more from Justin Cox's flight test of the classic Bulldog in the March issue of FLYER, as he discovers the light handling and excellent aerobatic capabilities of this British military trainer and GA favourite.



Single European Sky - "A two-hour flight across Europe can easily come under the control of a dozen different air navigation service providers, each with their own rules, oversight provisions and funding arrangements." Julian Scarfe offers an overview of the Single European Sky (SES) initiative designed to modernise the structure of European air traffic management and looks at what these ATC developments will mean for GA pilots.



Where to go in 2012 - With this year packed with fly-ins, rallies and expositions, FLYER highlights a selection of main events and takes a look what's on offer, with new additions at many shows. With this guide, you can circle every important event in the GA calendar and make sure you know what's new in 2012.



Republic RC-3 Seabee - Ever wanted to experience flying off water? John Miller explains the romance and allure of operating a seaplane as he recalls a trip to Capetown to fly a Seabee - a visit with some memorable moments as he flies this post-war tourer with a dual personality...



Avoiding and fighting Corrosion - Justin Cox takes a look at the damage that unchecked corrosion can do to an aircraft and explains measures that can be taken to slow and even prevent the corrosion process. If you own or part-own an aircraft, this feature will give you vital tips on how to protect your aeroplane.



Flying Adventure - The Balearic Islands - Join Mike Parsons and Tom Martin, two newly-qualified PPLs as they fly from Shoreham to sunny Minorca. This fund-raising charity flight in a PA-28 Archer II takes them south through soaring temperatures in France, some testing moments in Spanish airspace and finally back to to the UK.



Youth and Aviation With the number of PPLs being issued lower than ever before, we focus on the importance of getting youngsters interested and involved in aviation. Find out what you can do at grass roots level to help ensure the future of GA.



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FOUR Landing Fees - worth a fantastic £59! Use them all and you'll be able to visit all of the following for free – Blackpool, Castle Kennedy, Lashenden and Old Buckenham. PLUS you could win a copy of the latest Pooleys UK Flight Guide.

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News - including a report from Sebring 2012, a change to Manchester airspace, UL 91 now offered at eleven airfields around the UK, and much more



Pilot Career News - including Ryanair's plan to recruit 300 new pilots in 2012

Events - the most up-to-date listing of GA fly-in, rallies and shows

Lecomber - the UK's favourite GA columnist on airshow accident statistics

Peter Garrison - Peter is one of the world's most respected aviation writers. Here he compares turbine and reciprocating engines

TWD - Pilot X learns the damaging effects of smoking...

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