Suitman

It is possible on RA-Aus sized planes too!

For your interest:

http://www.eaavideo.org/video.aspx?v=635469588001

The designer and his father were missionaries ...

Welcome Rob! You should go for a TIF! You'll definitely enjoy it! (and it could lead to you owning your own A/C someday)!

Peter

Hope those links work. Please take a look, ...

Yes, I agree... People who get forced into skydiving or bungi jumping (usually a gift) end up loving it.... I haven't ever done either and I have no plans too.... I prefer to fly where at least you have some control and not simply relying on what is normally a backup measure...parachute or harness...

Welcome Tim!

Peter

Good for abraision resistance, but I wonder how good is the design for aerodynamics?

Congrats Robyn, Well done!

Peter

Hi Motz, my best wishes are with you and your family.

Peter

How about an Old Hobbit?

Thanks Bob,

On Christmas Day, my wife and I received a fantastic present. We were told that we are to become grandparents for the first time! Cannot wait for all the joys and special times to be "lived" ....

Thanks again Bob - He is really special! - I hope the fising is another Best Day!

Peter

The questions are:-Do you own the airspace above your property?

 

If you do, to what height?

 

Can you fly an unregistered aircraft (just like you can drive an unregistered car) in your own property?

 

Do you need to be licenced if only flying within your own property?

 

Discuss.

At what height are you "flying"?

If an "aircraft" stays on the ground are you required to comply with aircraft or flying regulations?

If a vehicle leaves the ground is it considered flight?

Hmmmm ...

What a feeling. Got to say I enjoyed the first area solo a whole lot more than first circuit solo. Where there were nerves and exileration with first solo, area was just a real pleasure (not that I mind having the instructor there!). Simply can't wait to go again, maybe even tomorrow. Fly safe, have fun!!

Peter

I've had no issues since 6am EDST.

I think we are all missing the point here, the aircraft didn't run out of fuel, the pilot did, he made the calculation, ...As for our image as aviators, we can only demonstrate our desired image through our actual performance, so get out there and go fly your aircraft in such a manner as is desired and also required by the requirements ( CASA and RAA ), there are always cowboys and poor performers in every field, GA, Airline, RAA etc.

TBAR! (Why TBAR?)

Peter

Unfortunately, Senator Xenophon is incorrect. KLM is the oldest airline in the world.

See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airlines_by_foundation_date?banner=none

I always thought a "Dude" was actually a sperm whale penis......or was it a camel?either way I always feel complimented on the size of my tackle when called a Dude.

Justin,

Great blog! What action are you going to take about the tank sealant? (Now that you know its breaking down?)

Peter

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You_YangsYou Yangs in Victoria

Hope I can pull it off.

Peter

No page 2?

No you are all wrong....Gyros have a little thing called a "Jesus Bolt"......not for me thanks I like those big planks either side of me

Peter (Not for me ... but I certainly respect the skill)