MICROLIGHTS DOWN THE THAMES?
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MICROLIGHTS DOWN THE THAMES?
As a responsible pilot, who also happens to work within the training arm of a major air carrier, I was somewhat suprised to see on Carlton TV on Sunday that two "Intrepid Birdmen" had bravely flown a Microlight flexwing aircraft under 23 of the bridges over the River Thames from Kew. Carlton TV were obviously in collusion with the perpetrators as the event was filmed wih their knowledge. The report was that the so-called Pilot and his passenger had performed this stunt as a way of joining the dangerous sports club!
Bearing in mind the parlous state of GA in the UK today, with airfield closures and restrictions of airspace by the state I think that adverse publicity caused by these individuals, who recklessly flew their aircraft within controlled airspace, and at a height that grossly infringes the low flight rules deserve to be dealt with by the full might of the enforcement branch. I dont know about other fliers out there, but I dont wish to see even more restrictions on my flying activities as a result of selfish and thoughtless acts of someone who certainly is undeserving of the title of Pilot.
Tailwinds......
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Bearing in mind the parlous state of GA in the UK today, with airfield closures and restrictions of airspace by the state I think that adverse publicity caused by these individuals, who recklessly flew their aircraft within controlled airspace, and at a height that grossly infringes the low flight rules deserve to be dealt with by the full might of the enforcement branch. I dont know about other fliers out there, but I dont wish to see even more restrictions on my flying activities as a result of selfish and thoughtless acts of someone who certainly is undeserving of the title of Pilot.
Tailwinds......
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Assuming you have all the facts - I agree.
Did 'Cash And Aggravation' know about it/give an exemption. With enough good planning they will let you break most of the rules provided its safe and well thought out. Unlikely I would have thought for what you have described.
Did 'Cash And Aggravation' know about it/give an exemption. With enough good planning they will let you break most of the rules provided its safe and well thought out. Unlikely I would have thought for what you have described.
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Microlighting still seems to be the domain of cowboys I am afraid. I used to watch in dismay at these 'things' fly in and out of cloud (you seen the instruments on these things - or lack of I should say) and even at night, landing on an unlit strip etc.
