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Old 16th March 2006 | 18:39
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Fuji Abound
 
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A few tips on Lognes. I have been to all and this was my personal favourite - I never understand why it is not more popular. Reasons - closest to Paris in terms of very good train service close to the field, hotel on field in case you get stuck with the weather as well as somewhere good to eat. Last time I was there the day of departure produced solid rain all day, a base never 600 feet and some pretty lively CB activity. Even IFR not a day for flying. One of my friends went back BA - the worst flight they had ever had, so it was a good decision. The next day was a bit better but we were grateful for the approach in Blitey. Hope you have better luck. Happy memories as we went to the Eiffel Tower and were in solid cloud at the top of the first lift! Low level IMC.

The station is best considered a very short taxi ride. About 10 minutes I seem to remember. If push really comes to shove you could walk it.

Forget a taxi on Sunday. We found it impossible.

Trains run direct to Guard Nord and are very regular.

Fuel was only available cash or fuel card - no credit cards!

There is a very very cheap hotel on the field but clean and a very good restaurant.

Watch the class A airspace in bound all below a 1,000 feet around C de G.

Great place to visit - hope you have a good trip.

A while since I have been so do PM me with any updates.

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