Talking of clearing obstacles, here's an extract from my AA5A's POH.

Best glide is 72, between Vx and Vy as you'd expect.

So what's the much lower obstacle clearance speed all about?

It's not a misprint, I think... here's a POH for the 180 hp...

I have heard a rumour that someone received a snotogram from the marine services who register PLBs because he ended up in a field in not the best condition and set off the PLB - apparently he was told this should ONLY be used at sea, does anyone...

Any Forumites 'going Foreign' next week may care to note this from IAOPA

General Aviation pilots should be aware of significant airspace and airport restrictions during the NATO Summit in The Hague on 24–25 June 2025.

A Temporary Restricted Area...

Discover your airport's brand new website :@: : An invitation to travel!

It is more than just a showcase, this site is designed to accompany you in your travels or to discover the different activities offered on the platform but also to inspire...

I was at Duxford today with my daughter, she particularly wanted to see the Reds as she's never actually seen them!

They were cancelled at the last minute as they couldn't depart Milldenhall where they were.

Reason given was "operational...

Can anyone clarify the following...

The Alderney (and Guernsey) GAR can be filed directly via the Guernsey gov website now but the first sentence states this "must be filed ON ARRIVAL...".

Seems odd that you don't need to notify them in...

Looks really bad

Last week I swallowed some plutonium.

It gave me atomic ache :oops:

From the BBC this afternoon.
No idea why Coastguard

Humber Coastguard received a mayday call saying the plane was in distress about two to three nautical miles (3.7 to 5.6km) off the coast at Hemsby Gap in Norfolk at 12:34 BST.

We have recently seen again how much easier it is to damage aircraft on the ground rather than in the air. So how is that a couple of amateurs can break in and get out the spray cans, at a time of increased tension?

By PeteSpencer - Thu Jun 19, 2025 2:49 pm
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Ever since I resigned my Flyer Club membership earlier this year as redundant to my needs as a no-longer pilot, everything has been sweetness and light: I can log in and...

Mrs T is going to need assistance to hear soon..... I said she's mutton !

Anybody got serious or semi serious feedback (sic) on modern hearing aids and a cost effective method of acquiring them ?

Obviously looking at Boots and Specsavers, but just...

Just to clear up confusion from offline (possibly dodgy) enquiries ,
The Garmin GPSMap296 has been sold

Hope that clarifies matters.

Peter

Ok so I tried to look through CAA publications, I honestly did, and I went away more confused than when I started so I’m hoping that people on here can steer me in the right direction.

I have an old Poo Brown PPL(A) valid for life but I have not...

I have a fair amount of DeWalt stuff in the workshop, and yesterday I received a new "DeWalt" shop vac via Amazon
I tried to "register" in on the DeWalt website, but the model number wasn't recognised. A quick email to DeWalt...

Hello,

Is UKETA required for crew? or only for passengers?

I tend to fly with other pilots and it's a bit of hassle to arrange at last minute: it's not really difficult to apply and it's valid for 2 years but it's another layer of process when...

On this evening's Livestream up pops Steve Noujaim and Rhody Sims to announce the ambitious Round Britain flight in support of that excellent charity Fly 2 Help. It's being conducted as a Dawn to Dusk Challenge with the target of raising a coupla...

Freeview Ch 7 today 20th not all areas 1400 'The Meteor in WWII'

Reports that 32+ USAF tanker aircraft took off from the USA last night bound for various destinations in Europe from Spain to Estonia.

It took some time to finish, but now it is done, done, done.

Back in September we took the WT9 for a special trip through the Alps. Several days in a row high pressure and close to no winds. And we went all the way from West to East.

I did get my...

If I run SD on my 10" iPad and the screen is set to do any more than glimmer, then it is a challenge to get it to charge. Typically the battery indicator will be green, with a lightning bolt, but the %age will decrease.

Now, I am aware that...

I used to use this (horrible little) program to calculate Eurocontrol Fees many years ago. Now I need to get some estimates again but the program doesn't seem to be supported - even though it is available on the website. I cannot see any up to date...

Last updated: 21 Jun 25 Date 100LL inc VAT Name ICAO Notes 15 Jun 2025 £1.98 = Blackbushe EGLK 20% off landing fee. Self-service. 15 Jun 2025 £1.89 = Chichester/Goodwood EGHR 11 May 2025 £1.99 = Cumberhauld EGPG 1 Mar 2025 £1.76 = Earls Colne EGSR...

SOLD As mentioned elsewhere I am clearingout all my flying stuff over the next few days.
I have dug out my trusty GPSmap 296 to find the battery is as flat as a pancake:

It works perfectly in all modes and has found itself via the almanac with...

Just a few questions if anyone has experience since Brexit. This particular aircraft is currently on the Norwegian register, but had been on the UK reg prior to that.

Even though it has just has an annual in Norway, I presume it would need another...

Any electricks experts here who could help us with the latest Big Red shenanigans?

When we ran the engine last year, all the engine temps were fine (except CHT #1). But when we did the shake down flight last weekend, the EGT and CHT temperatures...

Two years ago, I hit my half century. I didn't get divorced (I did that in 2018). I didn't buy a Porsche 911 (I did that in 2019). But there seemed to be an itch that needed to be scratched, and I didn't know what it was. I have done lots of...

I have a question that hopefully may find an answer here quicker than the LAA Forum.

Does the Trim Indicator for a Ray Allen Servo get fed directly from the servo? Which is what I am assuming and not via the Rocker Switch as I cannot see how?...

Hi all,

I haven't checked in for rather a long time as I'm now living in Bulgaria. I'm still current though I'm likely to lapse as I haven't flown since selling my share in an L4 Cub over a year ago :(
So what's this members only forum? How is...

BBC

There seems to be a lack of avgas in the south east due to Shell being unable to deliver due to an ‘outage’ of supplies.
Typically the weather is good this weekend.

Anyone heard anything clarifying the reason behind this?

Just appeared on You Tube the classic drama set in the world of post WW2 start up airlines. Lots of DC3 action

Just a shame it never made it to a second series featuring the Constellation that was bought by Aces High for it.

Hi All, I'm looking to get an aircraft resprayed and would really appreciate any recommendations for reputable paint shops or companies you've had good experiences with. Ideally looking for quality workmanship, fair pricing, and reasonable lead...

WTF?

Faced with the high cost of a potential ecg stress test to maintain a rarely used CRI rating, I have decided to instead try to renew my Class 1 medical and Canadian Class 2 instructor rating.
The instructor rating is important for my credibility....

In this video, we break down the costs of learning to fly and obtaining a Private Pilot Licence (PPL): flight training, medical exams, ground school, landing fees, equipment, and CAA licence charges. Read more

Lynx Micro G3 headset kit complete with charger and coupler (for independent intercom). As new condition, barely used before I invested in a new panel with GA plugs!

Headsets £427 ea. new.

£435 + 15 p&p.

BACS preferred. Dispatch on...

SkyEcho 2 for sale in as new condition. Used only for a very few hours before I upgraded my panel, so no longer required.

£649 new. I'm looking for £385 + £15 P&P.

BACS preferred. Dispatch on receipt of cleared funds.

PM me for bank...

Given the upcoming sale, its amazing to see such a positive spin on what is from the outside a worsening situation with current management at Gloucestershire Airport.

Cant believe any operator or tenant is happy to see the airport close or...

Did a brief search but only found Milty to have posted a Christmas rhyme about it. ChatGPT is the most advanced ChatBot in the world, made by openAI - Anyway google or try it yourself and let it learn from your data and extract your soul...

Is the concept of net zero now deader than the dodo ?

Is this one for Ofcom?

For reasons that don't matter here, I've recently had to order an additional broadband connection for a specific purpose. It's ordered as a new (not replacement) connection, in a different name to the existing connection....

Hi; can I have recommendations for a good outfit for getting two Bendix S4LN-21 mags inspected/ overhauled ?

In the South would be great, but not that vital I guess.
Thanks.

#FLY2024 Challenge is over… let's start again! 8)

FLYER invites you to share in the new #FLY2025 Challenge - and you'll see that this year we've tweaked the elements. Some elements might be a bit more attainable than previous years, others might...

Not so much a thought experiment as a peek into the future.

Assuming that there's no useful vaccine, what's the exit strategy from this Covid mess for families, the economy, society, education, government... everything?

Just discovered British Gas have been incorrectly billing my MIL.

Only noticed it whilst sorting out her final bill after she moved out of her bungalow.

She's been billed in M³ but her meter is an older ft³ cubed one.

This has resulted in an...

I'm trying to find guidance notes for inspection of, and flight testing a LAA permit type that hasn't flown for a number of years.

I'm aware it's more involved that a standard annual renewal, but I'm guessing it isn't as involved as a new build...

Sorry I can't give this one away but for a bona fide student I'll reduce it to £25 and pick up the postage charges:

Have a look in the 'Aviation Stuff for Sale' section for photos :wink:

Although it’s bigger than the one I donated to T6Harvard's...

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Serious question; Is it a thing that as you get older your threshold levels get noticeably lower? Yesterday I had a couple of pints of Doom Bar (so not exactly Gold Label) while waiting for a 7pm train and this morning I could still feel it a bit. I...