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Rich created a smiley face for an aviation enthusiast

Not quite GA, but near enough! :D

In less than 30 minutes, there will be an attempted landing on Mars. Follow the official NASA livestream here:

Or follow the slightly geekier NASA Spaceflight.com livestream here:

Fingers crossed!

I'm surprised nobody else has mentioned this, it keeps coming up on my news feed from various sources.

Good old Mr Ritchie doing something positive for light aviation. :D

I had this thought at 2am.

How high would a glider need to be over Ireland, to glide to the east coast of the USA?

Let’s assume the following hypothetical items:

A modern, efficient glider.
Zero wind.
A pilot who is capable of staying awake...

Thread running on the other side about this. It would be a great place to visit (PPR req'd) if only for the 10,000ft runway; they do close the runway for 'speed events' so check ahead.

Hi. Has anyone had use of a Bose A30 headset and ideally can give comparison with the A20? Sound quality, comfort etc.

I know there's a flyer video on this but keen to know real world ongoing use opinions?

Thnx

This week, we will be joined by British Women Pilots' Association Scholarships Coordinator Sam Blackwell, talking all things volunteering for the BWPA and the 2024 scholarship programme. This scholarship scheme supports women in aviation to achieve...

The release of ' Masters of the Air ' next week (AppleTV initially, but doubtless elsewhere soon) suggests that there'll be a resurgence of interest in the USAAF in WW2 Britain if the positive reviews are anything to go by.

Here's something else...

Has anyone got any recommendations or links for an electric mover / towbar suitable to helping move a PA28-161 in and out of hangar? Some of our club members struggle a little when solo so something to assist is required. I have seen some based on...

Having realised that some of the gliders I fly come under the ANO (as they are non-Part 21) rather than the sailplane rules (which treat cost sharing differently) I am trying to puzzle out the cost sharing rules....

The CAA regs & proposed...

Thinking of a trip to EBOS, then saw this on skydemon:

Airport closed : 25jan2024>27mar2024!

Can't seem to find a reference to a closure online anywhere though? Does anyone have any info?

Thanks

There is a new free ADS-B web portal service that provides ADS-B tracking:

Introduction

We're building a UK based ADS-B receiver network to track aircraft movements in real-time and create new solutions for aircraft enthusiasts, radio...

Hi,

Yesterday at lunchtime I found a small pilots bag on the grass aircraft parking directly infront of the tower. Complete with owners wallet, cash and other aviation parafinallia.

If its yours, it now resides with the AFISO in the tower.

G-JWTP

From the BBC Website:

Ian

The ginger whinger 'wins prestigious award' that nobody has ever heard of.

Rob P V2.0

Can someone please remind me what the requirements are for airfield licensing here in the UK. What benefit accrues to the airfield owner/operator from being licensed? What are the downsides of not being licenced?

Prompted by a discussion elsewhere.

Is the 214 fit for purpose given the alternatives and extent of technological change?

Is it way past time the 214 and wider Met Office aviation briefing service was updated?

Any recommendations for companies who offer cover for this? Or is it a question of insuring the aircraft and putting it straight on to ground cover?

The CAA are running a consultation entitled "Prohibition of Supersonic, Transonic and Hypersonic Flight over land" attempting to address the "oversight" in the...

Rules of the Air Regulations (UK Reg (EU) No 923/2012) which...

Is there any in depth advice on decision making and HF in GA flying training?

Is this something discussed annually as part of a check?

The last few AAIB reports discussed on here have discussed decision making after comments from the AAIB....

If I use and alternative GPS source via Bluetooth, Sky Echo will still provide traffic on my iPad via WiFi?

TIA

I've not found anything about this with a forum search, so apologies if this duplicates others.

In August 2023 the Home Office produced this information pack to provide more information on the Home Office’s new Universal Permission to Travel (UPT)...

Albeit an another type of van.

Well, ‘Le Levre de Poulet’ is getting closer to killing someone.

I stand by my belief that this system is selfish, degrades general aviation’s image, and rapidly breeds new pilot ineptitude.

Just looking at the post in Sales-and-Wants about the Spitfire flight, made me wonder about bucket lists. Many people have such a list, of things that may take a lot of effort, but are nonetheless achievable for them, and they want to achieve before...

Matspart3 junior is currently sunning himself in Florida living my dream.

He’s 60 odd hours into his ATPLs on an integrated course but recently did some private (hands on) flying with a mate of mine out there, who happens to be an FAA instructor....

I was flying around yesterday using the latest iteration of the excellent Skydemon, and I noticed it was laying out my track with what appeared to be possibly a string of sausages, or the trail which an incontinent dog would leave. Thank you...

Just when you thought it was safe to buy Boeing

Rob P V2.0

This month saw the withdrawal of both.

Yes, there is a #FLY2023 Challenge ! The idea is fundamentally the same as in 2022 – fly 2,023 minutes during 2023 and tell us about your progress and high (and low) spots in this forum thread.

But for 2023 we’re adding an extra element: fly to 23...

Apache helicopter blown over in high winds at Middle Wallop.

BBC gist of AAIB report

"Welshpool: Passenger given control of helicopter before crash"

This week, we are joined by FLYER Club member Russ Pinder, winner of our #FLY2023 challenge. If you’re in need of some inspiration for this year’s flying season and the #FLY2024 challenge, tune in at at 7.30pm on Thursday 18 January!

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Evening everyone :P

Just looking for some pointers on who to speak to when flying over to Carlisle from Blackpool?

Planning to go over the lake District ideally in good weather to get some spectacular views. I guess I would get a basic service...

Hi Everyone,

Its been a while since I last logged into Flyer forumns !

I'm casting a general net to check in, I have some flying related items that I'd like to see going to a good home, perfect for a student in the process of going for their PPL...

Just received an email asking for my support on the ongoing proposal to deregister the land on which Blackbush Airport is situated from Yateley Common, which included details on the revamp they're planning for the airfield. It includes giving the...

Hi all,

Firstly, apologies but I have been digging through literally hundreds of posts across multiple forums and just cannot find a definitive answer.

I moved to the US and I decided I would just do standalone FAA private and not worry about...

If you’re an aspiring airline pilot, make sure you tune into our livestream this week! We are joined by two women from British Airways, who will be talking with us about BA’s pilot cadet scheme:
✈️ Suzanne Morgan, Captain Boeing 777/Pilot...

Is there any leeway on a medical expiry date and still being able to fly? Mine expires 17th Jan

Was booked Tuesday coming for my class 2 with ECG. Email from AME this morning to say owing to a sudden unexpected death amongst the staff it means they...

Sad to see this announcement. I have a couple of his prints and always felt he was one of the best in his field.

Ian

As we approach the end of 2023 the realisation has dawned. For the first time since I started flying 24 years ago, I have not flown a single minute for myself. Zero private flying.

Yes, all flying is pleasurable, particularly as my job is non...

Hi all, I’m looking to add a mountain rating to my UK PPL SEP; I’ve spoken to a training school in Chambéry who can (apparently) only train for a EASA license. I do also have a UK issued LAPL, but understand that to be largely useless...

I watched the recording of the flyer licensing webinar late last night which was interesting, particularly the proportion of the 90 mins devoted to EFIS differences training. There is a dedicated thread running so won’t discuss that further here....

Breaking news on BBC

Rob P V2.0

Hey all - I’ve got a week booked on the west coast of Ireland for the first week of Feb. Wondered if there was any contacts for hiring an aircraft whilst I’m there.

From what I’ve seen on the web there isn’t many flying clubs based at Shannon or...

Someone has got an NPPL(SSEA) and about 75 hours in total. They have decided that they would like to go on and get a CPL.

They have been told before they can start the ATPL theory exams they have to have a PPL.

Speaking to my local flying school...

Morning all,

I don't usually post but given that the weather is improving (not perfect, but improving!) thought I'd let you know this weeks flying forecast videos is online to watch now.

You can watch through your Flyer club login or here...

Users are being redirected to some sort of online casino?

I understand there is a farm strip at Balgrummo Steading, Bonnybank, just north of Leven in Fife. I've been unable to find any contact details. I'd like to know if it's open to visitors and if it would be ok for a Europa.
Does anyone have any gen on...