This was my second year at Temora and it was definitely quieter.
Why can't there be flying displays besides the daily aerobatic show. Hop in an aircraft and do a couple of circuits in front of the crowd, don't have to be a CASA endorsed display pilot for that.
Park similar aircraft together, took ages to wander around and find some of the RA Aus aircraft.
Did enjoy the RV's and Sonex's on display even if they weren't RAA, they are aircraft.
The comments about practical workshops made before are spot on. There need to be a lot more, even if the gurus from the SAAA do them.
Practical demonstrations on maintenance, aircraft cleaning, fueling, repairs etc.
How about some workshops on repairing flat tires, or how to be a copilot for the wife/ to the wife.
As for CASA, well there appeared to be more inspectors than attendees on Friday. But as has been said, a ramp check shouldn't scare anyone but couldn't they give a prize for the best aircraft library or best folded chart or something and make it an enjoyable experience??
They could have done some information sessions on CTA avoidance/entry, circuit entry etc. Safety seminar's? Positive stuff for the RAA pilot.
Even though I drove down from the Hunter (aircraft only has one and a half wings and no engine yet) the marshaling and transport the volunteers provided seemed excellent.
Two cents worth.