slartibartfast Posted June 2, 2008 Share Posted June 2, 2008 Don't the months fly by? Time then for a new round of photos. To win the next three editions of Australian Flying magazine for absolutely FREE, simply post your pictures or stories in this thread. May your luck be more abundant than your free-loading relatives. Oh, also don't forget a Caption for your image and just say if you also have another copy of the image that is: jpg format at least 300 dpi (dots per inch) at a usable size (say 6" x 4" or around 16 x 10 cms) and if to be considered as a cover pic - in vertical format aircraft(s) identified in caption So if you win, your picture could go into Australian Flying magazine. It's winter, so winning can't be that hard. Get the pictures into this thread for your chance to win. AND a HUGE thanks to Australian Flying for supporting this great competition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted June 2, 2008 Author Share Posted June 2, 2008 Here's a couple to kick things off. We recently got some Morgan Aeroworks planes together for a photo shoot. In a world's first exclusive to RF (see how easy that is?), may I present the Sierra 100, Cheetah MKII, and Cheetah MKI. [ATTACH]5821.vB[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]5822.vB[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]5823.vB[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]5824.vB[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]5825.vB[/ATTACH] All available in much higher res, captions on request, re-editable for colour saturation, contrast, spectrum habitation, carbon footprint, etc. No animals were knowingly molested in the making of these shots, but my ankle suffered a serious locomotion limitation during a profile adjustment. On approach the next day, right-hand side-slips were right out. To balance, left-hand side-slips were left out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yenn Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 No doubt stalls were way out and spins round a b out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merc Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 The Great Competition The Drifter smile. One very happy passenger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yenn Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Great shot merc. Well seen and different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planedriver Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Pictures of the Cheetah's Mk1 and Mk2 look great, otherwise no "cheating" allowed as this is a serious competition. Have unique shot of my girlfriend on ultralight flight with her head inspecting the bottom of a knocked-off Virgin airsick bag, but have been advised that it's not appropriate to post, but keep all the other entries coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sceadu52jr Posted June 8, 2008 Share Posted June 8, 2008 Drifter (forgot to) Smile [ATTACH]5861.vB[/ATTACH] ..didn't want to seem like I was having too much fun..... [ATTACH]5862.vB[/ATTACH] Photos taken over Moogerah Dam near Boonah QLD Regards, Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazerin Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 My First Taste of Flying I'm not sure if non-pilot's are allowed to enter this competition, but I thought I'd give it a go anyway. Aviation has always been a great passion of mine for as long as I could remember. I've flown commercially many times before, and each flight was just as enjoyable as the last. I, like many of you I'm sure, am one of those who enjoys the sensation of turbulence. On the 4th of June this year, I finally had the chance to experience flight from right up front, in the left seat. I was scheduled to go for a one hour Trial Instructional Flight with Forsyth Aviation in the Evektor Sportstar at Parafield Airport. This would turn out to be one of the most amazing moments in my life... CLICK ON THE PHOTOS FOR AN ENLARGED VERSION So we begin this journey with a quick look at our aircraft, the Evektor Sportstar: All photos available at full res, 300dpi Run-up checks complete, lined up and we're cleared for take-off: Climbout and making our way to the Parafield training area: I was then handed control of the aircraft and under guidance from my instructor, I explored maneuvering with the aircraft. We did turns, climbs, descents, effects of flaps....all which probably seems ridiculously simple, but was just awesome fun! Having read a lot regarding aviation and aeronautics, I understood all the concepts, which probably made it even more enjoyable. I've also had my fair share of time with PC flight simulators, as well as a dabble with full motion simulators (PC-9 at Edinburgh). I was too busy and having way too much fun during this time to bother with taking photos, so we'll skip that part and continue onwards! So, we've now departed the training area and we're going for a cruise down the coast. I was still flying for most of the time and handed controls over when I wanted to take a photo, like so: Fly by of AAMI stadium, with the Showdown underway: Cruising at 90knots at 500ft: Heading inland towards the Adelaide CBD: Overview of the Adelaide CBD...yup, it sure is small: Here we can see the Festival Theatre, Parliament House, Convention Centre, Skycity Casino, the Hyatt, and the edge of the River Torrens: Outter edge of the CBD, enroute back to YPPF: Arriving ready to make a turn to base, as the sun begins to get low on the horizon: On final approach to runway 21: Moments before touchdown: Grounded, once more. The sensation of flight is greatly amplified in a small light aircraft, like the Sportstar. Prior to this, the smallest aircraft I had been on was a Twin Otter. I was shocked at how lightly the Sportstar handled. After the first few moments of getting accustomed to the controls, the aircraft flew like it was on mind control. I barely had my fingertips on the stick, and thought to turn right, and it did. I thouroughly enjoyed the flight. It was every bit as good as what I imagined it would be, and more. The future for me now is to begin training for a recreational licence at year's end, provided I pass my final exams. Till then, fly safe everyone, and I'll see you in the air soon. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planedriver Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Some nice shots there lazarin. 3.41am post,hope you got some sleep afterwards. Good luck when you start your training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest airsick Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Love the second one from the top. Great shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazerin Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Thanks guys, haha I was staying up to watch the Netherlands vs. France game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yenn Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 My choice No 5 the Black and white. Nice clouds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazerin Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Thanks Ian. If you like clouds, you might like this shot: Took that in summer earlier this year. It was probably about 30*C and quite humid that day. Check out http://www.kianlim.com and http://www.kianlim.com/aviation for more :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest basscheffers Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Ah, Sportstar 4467 best plane I ever piloted. OK, only plane I ever piloted! ;-) I am up to 6.8 hours now and Saturday morning more circuits, this time practicing emergencies. Afterward I plan to sit the pre-solo. Just hope CASA is quick with my medical - only did it today and I hear they can be slow. You need one to go solo at Parafield, even if only training for recreational. Hope you can start training soon too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philthy Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Love those Drifter shots! They bring back many happy memories... Anyway, here's my contribution for this month: 1. Two young ladies out for an evening jolly, from a recent trip to New Zealand. 2. Frank Deeth's lovely Corby Starlet VH-KLK at a recent Penfield fly-in. Larger versions etc available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaz Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Nice shots Phil, but I prefer the clown plane! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philthy Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Nice shots Phil, but I prefer the clown plane! Do you mean this one, Kaz? :clown: Does Normie know what you call his darling? :big_grin: (Corby Starlet VH-NEZ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drifter_driver Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 adding couple more to drifter smile club adding couple more to drifter smile club Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazerin Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Ah, Sportstar 4467 best plane I ever piloted. OK, only plane I ever piloted! ;-)I am up to 6.8 hours now and Saturday morning more circuits, this time practicing emergencies. Afterward I plan to sit the pre-solo. Just hope CASA is quick with my medical - only did it today and I hear they can be slow. You need one to go solo at Parafield, even if only training for recreational. Hope you can start training soon too! I can't wait, mate. Glad to hear everything is going well for you, sounds like you'll be soloing in no time. Medical huh? Is that just blood pressure, heart, lungs and eyes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brentc Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 Taken today somewhere between Heathcote and Kyneton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaz Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Awesome shot Brent. Can you PM me your email address and I'll send you some of the ones I took. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazerin Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Air to air shots always look so majestic. Great work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest basscheffers Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 I can't wait, mate. Glad to hear everything is going well for you, sounds like you'll be soloing in no time. Medical huh? Is that just blood pressure, heart, lungs and eyes? That's pretty much it, some nervous system stuff as well, like finger to nose with eyes closed, etc. Plus a long questionnaire where you should try and answer any question "no". ;-) Nothing to worry about. Only problem I may have is CASA will want to send me to have my eyes double checked by a surgeon because I had LASIK many years ago. A bit pointless because if my eyes were going to pop at altitude (that's the risk), they would have done so by now because of the amount of time I have spent in the back of airliners. (they are only pressurised to the equivalent of 8-10K ft) I'll have to call 'em (CASA) tomorrow to see how its going; I'd like to have it before next weekend because if I do and the weather isn't too bad, I'll be likely to solo. But not without a medical. I go on holiday for 4 week afterwards, so it would be nice to leave on a high note! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philthy Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Dawn It's not really recreational aviation, but... The first rays of dawn set our winglet alight high above central NSW. (B737-838 VH-VYA). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philthy Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 This is more like it...! Mick Poole in Mike Dalton's lovely Cessna 140 VH-NCN at the Penfield fly-in, 10 May 2008. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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