Originally Posted by mazzy1026
Right then.....
My scenario:
Completed my training at Liverpool in a PA38 (£100+ per hour) and I live in Ormskirk. I want to try out some farm strip flying, perhaps in a tailwheel (or something cheaper than renting from a school) and experience flying at it's best.
I know of Barton, which I believe to be an excellent place (and I know of a nice chap there who runs a good group) however I am keeping an open mind. I know there isn't exactly a million airfields in the North West, so I am open to suggestions...
Ideal situation is to be involved in a well run friendly group, which won't break the bank and is situated somewhere nice/nearby if possible.
I think that my main point is that I want to experience the joy and freedom of flying (I.e not having a large commercial airport as my only base) and don't really know where to start!
Thanks in advance,
Lee
Lee
Your problem will be that most tailwheel groups will not want a new member without tailwheel experience - too risky! I was lucky and joined a group with a tri-gear aircraft operating off a strip. Now, ages later, I am doing some tailwheel training. You are more likely to find a group with a Cessna/PA28 etc who will take you on.
Good luck