UK to Oostende Advice
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UK to Oostende Advice
Hey guys,
After an initial channel crossing to LFAT I’m hooked and would like to explore further! This time to Oostende but I have a few questions:
- My biggest concern is that to get to Oostende I have to transit through Koksijde military air base. I’ve read online that it’s not a very active base but I still have to get clearance. Koksijde is very close to Oostende (EBOS) so in a very short space of time I need to call: KOK -> EBOS ATIS get info before initial call -> EBOS approach. Not sure I can juggle this. Any ideas?
- When flying in Europe do you use charts or rely on Skydemon only? I can see a few brands in the Pooleys shop but I’m not sure which brand is best.
- Is there any advantage in going via France rather than more directly via Dover -> KONAN VRP -> Koksije, other than avoiding more sea?
Thanks!
After an initial channel crossing to LFAT I’m hooked and would like to explore further! This time to Oostende but I have a few questions:
- My biggest concern is that to get to Oostende I have to transit through Koksijde military air base. I’ve read online that it’s not a very active base but I still have to get clearance. Koksijde is very close to Oostende (EBOS) so in a very short space of time I need to call: KOK -> EBOS ATIS get info before initial call -> EBOS approach. Not sure I can juggle this. Any ideas?
- When flying in Europe do you use charts or rely on Skydemon only? I can see a few brands in the Pooleys shop but I’m not sure which brand is best.
- Is there any advantage in going via France rather than more directly via Dover -> KONAN VRP -> Koksije, other than avoiding more sea?
Thanks!
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Do you normally carry European charts?