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Yeh, you could hear the wind rumbling in the microphone. JG

Gday Kreisha, I second Ross's offer. If you're in the Sunshine Coast region we'd be glad to fly you around our patch. JG

Yeh, well that's up to us who do the travelling. I've done plenty of travelling recently, so I guess I need to do some writing..... But a good idea. Kreisha, how about an introduction to everyone, in the form of your cross-country trip adventure. Wasn't an RAAus aircraft at the time, but the right spirit of adventure anyhow. JG

I must mention that I met our new Deputy Editor, Kreisha (Girl with a Fox and a Bat), at Yarram, when she was flying a Cherokee to Tassie and then on to Western Australia. Absolutely bursting with enthusiasm and sense of adventure. Very quick-minded and bright and friendly. She has heaps of energy, and I'm sure that she'll add a real spark to the magazine. I look forward to it. JG

That's if they hear you coming in an engine out glide. Some years ago there was a pilot with an engine out all set up for a golf fairway, but golfers strolling down the middle didn't hear him and get out of the way, so he tried to ditch on a highway and had a fatal headon with a 4WD..... Be good to have a horn to warn them, eh.......

Well actually, as I heard it, it was the approval that the airfield would stay that caused the one school to move to Tassie. Immediately, the owner of the hangar he was operating from raised the rent by 2-3 fold, and priced him out. There never was a lot of business there, more like a subsistence living for dedicated fliers who didn't want to do anything else. Like a lot of flying schools, eh..... JG

Gday Geoff, It's heartening to hear all the helpful response on this forum to your query. As you know, we've been in contact for some time, and I encouraged you to come to Caloundra for your holiday.... At that time there were two Recreational flying schools at Caloundra, but I regret that both have now gone, one to Tasmania and the other has just disappeared without notice..... I'll pick you up in Caloundra and fly you to both Caboolture and Gympie, and a few other airstrips as well, and have a look at the islands and hinterland. Looking forward to it. JG

This manufacturer of floats in Czechoslovakia sent me the following email, seeking a representative in Aus. I pass it on in case anyone else would be interested. I am producer of aluminium floats for ultralight and LSA. I would like ask you if it could be interesting for you (or for somebody from your friends) to cooperate with me as my dealer for QLD? Please, see my web site and let me know. Regards, Josef Fillinger mob. +420 724 375 900 http://www.floats.cz

The pressurized aerosol can type inflators are the way to go for travelling around. They're instant, and seal the leak at the same time, so you can fly on to destination. When you get to a convenient place to do a proper service, throw the tube away. I always carry a spare tube cause you can't always find those sizes when you want. JG

Both now on the map, Thanks. JG

Now marked on the map. Looks like a real good spot, on a route with not many alternatives. Thanks. JG

Ravenswood, Charters Towers, Longreach and Charleville added. More like 2km walk for Charters Towers, but worth it. Charleville is a fair walk, about 3km to the RSL, which is the closest bar and best food value. Cosmos Celestial Observatory next to the airfield. Slabs of concrete all over the bush, remains of the American airbase from WW2.

It's now on the map, thanks. JG

Yeh, expensive accommodation, but camping is $18 pp. Must be quite a unique experience. JG.

Done JG

Shute Harbour now on the map. JG

Added El Questro Station, and Emma Gorge. Added this resort at Cape Leveque, is that the place?? http://www.kooljaman.com.au/

Emu Park - OK, I think that's what I've marked on the map. The strip actually runs N/S and is at right angles to the road to Rocky. There's houses all along the east side, and self-storage sheds to the west. Taroom - OK, I've found that one, and it's now on the map. Wandoan - Yeh, I found it pretty much the same as you did. Flying a 50kt ultralight with a 447. Had landed on the main Taroom field late on a Saturday afternoon hoping to find glider fliers for a ride to town, but deserted.... Next morning early (Sunday), got out on the highway with a jerry can, but no traffic.... So headed on south with remaining fuel, and faith...... Found Wandoan with welcome relief just where I really needed it. Don't know what took us so long to do it ! Yes, I've been wanting this info for a long time. Maybe this will now be it. And yes, it needs constant updating. I can open it up to anyone to edit, but have a feeling that could get out of hand. I'm willing to maintain it and add airstrips and modify it as info comes to hand. Hopefully Ian can put it on it's own button, like those for Classifieds, Photo Competition, etc. Then anyone can post corrections and new strips on here and I'll add them to the map. JG

This is the state of the map at present Pubs and Food Map For those who are unfamiliar with manipulating Google Maps, here are some tips: - Move around the map by click and drag. - Click on 'Satellite' or 'Map' in the upper right corner to switch between map and satellite view. - Zoom in our out with the +- scale on the left side, or with the thumb wheel on the mouse. - Zoom right in close in 'Satellite' view to have a good look at the strip and surrounds. JG

That's a good one, thanks, added to the map. I'd forgotten about that one. Landed there many years ago when I found it chance.. JG

Maj Emu Park - I've marked what might be the strip, but it's not clear. Please check to see if it's correct. If so, that's a really valuable strip, cause there's not much choice in that area since Hedlow closed. Taroom - Can you describe the location of that strip north of town?? I can't find it on the satellite view.. JG

Sounds like a great place to visit, but would need wheels - it's about 4-5km from the airfield to the pub..... No refueler there these days...... JG

Good one! Got it on the map now. JG

Good one, it's on the map now. JG

Yeh, it's a brilliant place, see photo. Cliffs and caves across the road. Great little seaside town. Way to far to walk to town, but a good visit if you're willing pay taxiis...... JG