Micro Light from York to Sydney

[Dubaian]

Looks like he made it to Karachi but might be having transponder hassles again? Long period with no track markers. Let's see what the blog says when Dave updates....

Yes the hassles on the ground are many and varied - but the flying isn't all easy. I've seen the bruises on Dave's elbows from fighting with the bar - not a pretty sight.

[Genghis the Engineer]

Yes the hassles on the ground are many and varied - but the flying isn't all easy. I've seen the bruises on Dave's elbows from fighting with the bar - not a pretty sight.

A long flight in very thermic conditions in a flexwing is an experience! Those used only to flying aeroplanes with conventional controls and high wing loadings probably underestimate just how "interesting" Dave's flight probably is being.

G

[Katamarino]

The track markers come from the SPOT GPS Tracker, not the transponder, I think.

[Oldpilot55]

I didn't mean any disrespect to Dave and apologise if my comments were taken that way. I'd forgotten how physical flying weight shift aircraft is.
I do know that dealing with customs, immigration and the entire flying bureaucracy in Asia is a nightmare.

[Dubaian]

Katamarino

The track markers come from the SPOT GPS Tracker, not the transponder, I think.

Ah thanks - I think you are right. That might explain the jaunt from AUH-DXB-AUH when the quik didn't actually move.
He's making good progress.

[Oldpilot55]

Just arriving in Dacca now, according to Spot

[Dubaian]

BUMP - well into India now - more blog entries to read and tracks to view. It's not getting any easier for Dave .....

[Oldpilot55]

Shameless Bump..he is now in Chittagong, Bangladesh. India a distant memory. Dave's blog is very entertaining.

[Dubaian]

BUMP - well into Myanmar now but the latest track indicates a bit of doubling back. The blog will tell all - in due course.

[SpeedbirdXK8]

Amazing trip and story. Looking forward to seeing Dave at Aero Expo 2012 !

[Dubaian]

Monsoon-bound in Myanmar. No progress for a few days. But perhaps a well-earned rest.

[Ian Ord]

Dave stuck in Thandwe

Looked after Dave during his transit through Muscat. Oman Air eased the formalities for him, waved all charges and gave him a suite in the Golden Tulip. Oman Oil filled his tank up for free. He had a good restful night after a good meal and a few beers. Now he is surrounded by the monsoon in Thandwe, Myanmar. What a great character. Just hope the rain lets up for a few days so he can escape through Thailand, Malaysia and out of the monsoon. I wish him God speed and a safe journey to Sydney.

[Dubaian]

Progress

He's made it to Bangkok. No recent blog updates but looks like the monsoon rains are still causing him trouble and long delays.

[Dubaian]

Into Malaysia

More movement recently after a slow spell. Happy Landings, Dave, if you're reading this.

[Dubaian]

Electrics Zapped

Nearby lightning strike - but he's safely down. Blog makes a terrific read even if it's often a few days late in appearing.

[Dubaian]

On the move again

BUMP - after long delay awaitng paperwork, Dave's on the move again.

[Oldpilot55]

He reached Bali today. I hope he is still having fun!

[Dubaian]

Into the last legs.

Dave's made it to Oz after many delays and frustrations and with a possible broken wrist.
Read his blog for the amazing story of this flight so far.
The journey is by no means over - but if anyone can do it to the planned destination I bet he can.

[Ian Ord]

Dave Sykes has reached Australia. He's within one hop of Sydney. I looked after his transit in Muscat. A remarkable understated and brave paraplegic microlighter who has lived his dream and will enter the record books.

[Oldpilot55]

An amazing trip. He must be a very determined man.