flyvulcan Posted September 1, 2015 Share Posted September 1, 2015 I figured someone should start a thread where any folks that make it to AusFly can post a record of their time there. Photos of aircraft, videos and reports about interesting aircraft, products, goings on etc. would be welcome in this thread. So, who will be the first to post a photo of their aircraft at AusFly? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyvulcan Posted September 4, 2015 Author Share Posted September 4, 2015 Here is a photo already through from an attendee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planesmaker Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Attendance doesn't seem high, counted about 80 aircraft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planesmaker Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Just been mustered out of underwing camping by 4 wheel bikes. Apparently more of CASA rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest asmol Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Just been mustered out of underwing camping by 4 wheel bikes. Apparently more of CASA rules. You have got to be kidding, something done for 50 years is suddenly a problem to CASA. Tell 'em to Pi$$ Off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinsm Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 see the organisers, they advertised under wing camping on their page... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Koreelah Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 see the organisers, they advertised under wing camping on their page... I'm all set to fly to Narromine in the morning, but if I can't camp under the wing I won't go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyvulcan Posted September 4, 2015 Author Share Posted September 4, 2015 I have just contacted an SAAA National Councillor who is on site at Narromine to advise him about this camping under wing problem. He was not aware that there was an issue. He will chase it up immediately to try to get it clarified/resolved. I shall post here as soon as I get an answer back from him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest asmol Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I'm all set to fly to Narromine in the morning, but if I can't camp under the wing I won't go. And i think this is what CASA wants, they want to scare you from going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Koreelah Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Just spoke to SAAA office. Apparently people were removed from the under-wing camping area as a safety precaution, but only for the duration of a flying display. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyvulcan Posted September 4, 2015 Author Share Posted September 4, 2015 I just got this response from the SAAA Secretary who asked me to post it on this forum. Camping under wing is definitely allowed. You just need to indicate to the marshallers on your arrival that you intend to underwing camp and you will be marshalled to the appropriate area. Folks, CASA has insisted we do not allow camping in areas under the display area. That is completely reasonable. We advertised underwing camping, and I asked people to tell the marshals of their intention to camp under wing, and they will be guided to the underwing camping area. It’s a beautiful day, come and join us and camp in the designated areas. See you soon! Shirley Harding SAAA Hon National Secretary 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Camping is allowed. Follow the instructions in the notam and you will end up in the right area where camping is allowed... Notam here. http://saaa.com/Portals/0/AUSFLY%202015%201%20Pilot%20Guidance%20v1-1%2023%20Aug%202015.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ada Elle Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 is going to Ausfly as a day trip from sydney a reasonable idea? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Flying up for the day for sydney is easy and possible and many are doing/have done. Driving up and back would be a long slog.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pylon500 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 So does this camping issue suggest that the flying displays will be over parked aircraft? This will be at odds with the past where ALL parking areas have been pedestrian areas at past Narromines'... is going to Ausfly as a day trip from sydney a reasonable idea? From sydney, you are looking at around a four to five hour drive (one way), depending on how pushy you are.. Longer if you believe Google Earth! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ada Elle Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I meant safely leaving after the flying displays and getting back before last light. My CFI had a comment that I seem to like to fly at night... my last 3 XC trips have ended within half an hour of last light. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tillmanr Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 The camping is allowed BUT during the display the parked aircraft are within the safety area. After the display finishes you are allowed to return to your aircraft. CASA rules not the SAAA. Don't blame the messenger please. Good turnout for a "working day" and great weather today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetjr Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Air displays great, Awesome weather, no reason not to come. Didnt see any interfereance or even ramp checks?? Well organised and pretty relaxed Minister Truss onsite today, yay 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planesmaker Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Sorry if I caused some misunderstandings, it is only while display is on( 3hours). Only just now checking back to forum. However be warned if you are flying in for the day you can't leave till after 4pm which may not be possible to return home before last light depending on how far you need to fly. By the time you access your aircraft, untie it and taxi, time is getting away. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roscoe Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 Attendance doesn't seem high, counted about 80 aircraft Much bigger attendance today. More aircraft, great weather, and a great event! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
68volksy Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 Great show and perfect weather! Carpark packed to overflowing today. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyvulcan Posted September 5, 2015 Author Share Posted September 5, 2015 Great show and perfect weather! Carpark packed to overflowing today. That's great news! The recreational aviation fraternity really needs to get behind AusFly and make it the "go-to" event on the annual aviation calendar. So, can we please get some photos posted here for those like me that couldn't make it? We are hanging out to feel like we are a part of it, even if we couldn't make it there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roscoe Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 And Air displays great, Awesome weather, no reason not to come.Didnt see any interfereance or even ramp checks?? Well organised and pretty relaxed Minister Truss onsite today, yay lets hope this is the new beginning for events like this that were so popular years ago. Congrats to the organisers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ada Elle Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 I'm sorry I missed it! but the weather over the escarpment at 3pm onwards was pretty nasty so I'm glad I didn't try and make it a day trip (and the Alpha doesn't have enough room for it to be much more than an overnight, in a hotel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabiru Phil Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 Interesting to see 15-20 departures viewed on OZ runways a few minutes ago. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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