Aviator Canadian Robert Hampton "Hammy" Gray (1917-45) was awarded the last Victoria Cross (VC) of WW2 and is the last aviator to date to receive a VC. Come see the many locations he trained at and fought at, and the varied aircraft he...
I found whilst checking TADS that one of them assumes a restrictor is fitted to a (mogas) fuel return, Because the TAD relates to the tubing that can be used rather than the restrictor itself there is no guidance included as to restrictor...
In 2024, the Air League awarded a total of 107 scholarships: 56 Flying Scholarships, 31 Gliding Scholarships, 9 Drone Scholarships, 5 ATPL Theory Bursaries, 3 Engineering Scholarships, and 3 Electric Flying Scholarships. Read more...
Long established friendly group. Hangared at Compton Abbas. Permit till June 25. Continental 0-200 engine with 953 hours. Top end overhaul, new Superior Millennium cylinders May 24. Healthy engine fund .
The world's first becoming airborne in a heavier-than-air powered aircraft was not the Wright Brothers in December 1903 but probably New Zealander Richard Pearse some 8 or 9 months earlier. With further development the Wrights did then go to...
Launch of the Pilot Careers Live Professional Flight Training Awards, which will recognise excellence within this hugely competitive sector. Read more...
I know how forums love to diss single engine over water hence the click bait title hah.
Here is the 360degree video from yesterdays flight, including a complete around the island, some butter landings and 2 PFL's from the overhead at Jersey EGJJ....
Piper Aircraft has come out fighting against the proposed Airworthiness Directives regarding wing spars on PA-28 and PA-32 Cherokee aircraft. Read more
Pilots retire at the very peak of their experience and knowledge. Passing the baton to the next generation and sharing the wisdom and experience you have built through your life’s work is a highly...
Flying-suited figures ritually stare out of any available windows just to 'recheck the weather'… which is the same as it was three peko seconds ago. Brian recalls just how vital the elements are when it comes to aerobatics Read more
Over 10,000 P-38 Lightning aircraft were built at the Lockheed factory in California, USA, during WW2. At the time it was the fastest & longest range aircraft, as well as other firsts. It was the only American fighter to be produced during the...
Only used it for SD which worked on 100% of many flights, never over-heated. Selling since it is now too old for Foreflight. Non-GPS so was always used with my PAW or Glo.
Gliding and Business Aviation have always had a place at AERO Friedrichshafen, Europe's top GA show, but will have special treatment from 2025. Read more
MSFS Local Legend No. 11, the famous Aero 145 made in former Czechoslovakia, has an interesting Australian connection, hence this video in which we follow the life of Aero 145 VH-DUH in particular. Hope you enjoy. Cheers.
Carb ice isn't just for winter - it can happen any time - and it's the probable cause of a serious accident for two pilots in a Piper PA-28 Read more...
In 1977 a Piper Aztec crashed in low cloud in a blind valley in Papua New Guinea killing all 4 on board. This video, replicating the flight, is based on the aircraft accident investigation report in Australian Safety Digest No. 100, 1977. Hope you...
This looks like a rather fun flying job if you've got the right mentality!
I understand that there are a couple of slots available if the right candidates apply, to start around April 2025 (vetting can take age for this kind of role). No police...