I am waiting on Traffords coming back to me with a quote for a travel insurance policy that does not count non commercial flying as an excluded activity. To provide a comparison can anybody suggest alternative companies that might provide a quote -...

Eurovision. Gosh.

Rob P

Good morning all,

I wanted to share this experience as an attempt to mentally process how to improve, and it is something I keep revisiting in my minds eye.

Soft field take-off. My fourth unassisted take-off (practically a pro now right? :wink: )....

What is your opinion if push comes to shove ? Maybe just brinkmanship but it is looking mighty close. Should we, could we, as part of a joint effort, support the Ukraine militarily ? Or, will we be witness to an updated version of 1930s appeasement ?

AeroExpo was due to be held on 16-18 June as a combined event with RotorTech.

The first episode of our new CAA GA podcast is out now. It covers interviews and discussions on recent Virtual Voyage for Airworthiness, the Carbon Monoxide Detector (CODE) Project and details of latest Historic Aviation magazine, Reach for the Sky.

It was a delight to attend the AGM at Sherburn today, a laid back and pleasant affair with breakfast baps and a cup of tea prior to the event, a gentle run through of the State of the Union and the finances - which showed a great turnround from loss...

My first proper lesson . ...

Woke up to fog, rang aerodrome, they reported decent cloud base and some blue sky.

As I drove down the weather improved and we ended up with scattered above 3,000', blue skies, wind light, almost straight down the...

Just seen this from my favourite EC provider.

Are there any legal eagles on the forum who can explain to me how damaging a statue, toppling it and throwing it in the water is not criminal damage?

There are a few things that I don't much like or agree with which I am looking forward to pushing...

Planning a trip for Waltham to Catania - to arrive Catania 22 June.

Looking for suggestions on routes and places to refuel and overnight (especially Italy).

Currently thinking of Waltham - Avignon - Genoa - Salerno. Any advice on landing and AVGAS...

So after a break of nearly a year I have found another Nissan leaf to soothe my needs to drive an EV.

But things have changed a bit on the charging front !

No longer does my Ecotricity electric highway card work in the machines at the motorway...

Hello everyone, i have my FRTOL exam soon.

I am confident with all of the RTs except for requesting from D&D/London Centre, a position fix or assistance if lost. I've looked through CAP413 and cant find any full example.

Can someone please...

It seems that like the Pilot's Hub a week or so ago you can not get food in the Flight Deck Cafe unless you previously booked a table.
For drinks you're given a number to place on one of the many free tables, and then you wait and wait and wait for...

If you're reading this, the new shiny website is live and in its four-week public beta phase! It's been a long and at times somewhat tortuous process, but everyone on the team has worked their socks off to get to this point. A huge thanks from me to...

Hi all

We'd like your help and suggestions with an initiative for 2022 which we're calling Fly2022: A Challenge for the FLYER community

The idea is simple: a target of flying time for 2022 of... 2022 minutes. That’s 33 hours 42 mins which is a...

It's the Appliance of Science.
Be amazed! :D

(And there's a proper 'Like' button, too. :thumright: )

I've recently started flying lessons at Cambridge Aero Club, and since I've found these forums very helpful in figuring out where and how to start (e.g. MSGr's thread about costs), I thought I would say hi!

After having occasionally thought about...

I might not have had to post this if I could find the forum search facility.
Can anyone bring me up to speed (even a slow speed) on 'what were EASA permit aircraft' please?
My assumptions/guesses, with no actually firm proof in my hand, are:
1) They...

During the four week public beta of the site, could you post any snags in this thread please?

Thanks for your help

Ian & team

Hi,

I’m going a little round in circles, when “upgrading” to flying an arrow (from a warrior) you have to undertake VP Prop and Retractable Training i get that, but how long and do you need to be tested or is just when the instructor says that you...

My crosswind landings have never been particulary tidy, mainly due to flying from places with multiple runways, though if I'm honest I do tend to choose days to fly that would not test me in this regards.
My usual technique is crab then a very late...

Just a quick heads-up for anyone who might be considering visiting over the next few months. The "Main runway" (09/27 to most of us) is now closed for resurfacing until further notice - probably several months. The "Crosswind...

Is. LAPL medical enough to fly in Europe or do we need a class 2

Pete

Rob P

We have accepted an offer on my Lad's apartment in Manchester - £128k. Sold through PB, they are now trying to insist we use their conveyancing service.... OK, so long as they are competitive.

Got 4 quotes - around £750 - £850, all checked with no...

Folks

After a seven year hiatus, I'm three hours into training to renew my PPL.

I'm doing the training away from home: I've found myself doing some consultancy work for the next few months, and was looking for something constructive to do in the...

Ukraine gliding is different to how we do it in the UK!

What to do with an Antonov 2, six Blanik gliders and 1 tow rope (and a huge runway). Watch it all, as the last 20 seconds is very interesting.

In the first few seconds, I thought there was...

We’ve brought the kids down to see the aeroplanes have some lunch. Any forumites around?

Just picked up a Facebook post:

"After much thought and deliberation, unfortunately we will be returning to a 5 day a week operation.
As from Sunday 15th May we will again be closing to the general public on SUNDAYS and MONDAYS until further...

In excellent condition, runs Skydemon without any issues. Also has 4G SIM card slot for mobile data connectivity. 16GB + SD Card slot, Wi-Fi + 4G, 8.4in - White, with fast charger and lead.

£45 + £6 p&p or collection from St Pauls in London on...

Can anyone give me a rundown of landing /parking fees at Southend. I’ve tried calling the a Jet centre all over Easter and just get voicemail., or even a contact number.

After an avionics upgrade, we have a surplus Jeppesen Skybound adaptor for updating Nav databases in Garmin 430/530.

Boxed, and in fully working condition. £35 inc postage.

Edited to add now sold.

I’m currently in the midst of my PPL and have been recording the lessons for my own review, however, I’d like to add cockpit audio into the mix so I can review instructor feedback properly. I noticed a couple of days ago that our aircraft are fitted...

Hi all.
I'm looking at replacing the lower undercarriage legs on my jodel D112.
Sandalwoodservices sell one. The other POA.
Not sure if they are still trading.
I want to replace the legs as the toed in one's fitted are chewing up my very expensive...

Hi,

My query is, with a Part-FCL PPL(A) issued in the UK in 2022 (ie: post Brexit!), can I still fly to and land in Europe? My understanding is the restriction is on flying EASA registered aircraft, not flying to and landing in EASA territory. Is...

A very pleasant day out, Leicester continues to be a very amicable and accommodating place.

Needed recurrent circuits for me and the other pilot in the PC-12, did a deal for 6 circuits - thank you, we stayed a bit higher and a little further...

Evening all,

Bit of an intro. I thought I'd done one already but seems like it was not posted or I didn't press the right button.

Was in the ATC as a yoof and did as much flying as I could. Uni, life, SWMBO, job etc. in the intervening years...

I believe my altimeter is 3 millibar (100’ ish) wrong.

Comparing with others in the hangar, by setting each one to 0 feet, gives a different QFE on the sub scale. Mine is around 100’ low.

There’s a small screw next the the knurled knob which...

My name is down as the owner/operator on several aircraft. Two of which are being used for training.

In the event that another instructor has a claim, how is this likely to increase my policies in the future?

I guess I’m trying to work out the...

I need to pick up my mother in law in June. She lives in Stade (Niedersachsen). Obvious places to choose are Hamburg, Bremen or Nordholz with the latter being the easiest. Does anyone have experience of landing there in recent times?

We would all like to know about and join in celebrating noteworthy milestones along the path of your aviation career - whether that be private or commercial. This thread allows all those steps to be cast into internet eternity forever more.

Please...

Formal notice has been given by SASO No.22 Group that Linton effectively closes on 18 Dec 20, though official disestablishment of the airfield, ATZ, MATZ and LARS will occur on 31st Dec with removal from MAIP etc.

The ACP covering this is here -...

Says Paul Bertorelli:

The Red Bull Plane Swap* is live on at midnight UK time. Two pilots/skydivers, two C182s etc etc

Might be worth a watch, if you can get through what I imagine will be quite a bit of whoop whoop hype.

Ian
* Of course I know that a plane is a...

Saw this on the LAA website.

LAA “GRASS ROOTS FLY IN”
POPHAM AIRFIELD

2nd to 4th September 2022

The LAA will be heading for the green grass of Popham Airfield in Hampshire for a new event on 2nd, 3rd, 4th September 2022. The LAA Grass Roots...

Just ranting really.

Just going through the process of adding the MEP to my UK CPL. To do this I have to prove that I have over 70 hours PiC of aeroplanes.

Which I had to have umpty years ago to get my CPL, and clearly those hours haven't...

The British Women Pilots' Association scholarships are open. 23 on offer this year, worth over £45,000, for ground school and flying, for all levels of experience and all types of aviation.

- Five BWPA Flying Start Scholarships, one sponsored by...