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Forum: Military Aviation
6th Dec 2016, 19:43
Replies: 70
Views: 19,747
Posted By microlightgary

I'm in the same boat Lamin, my last day at work...

I'm in the same boat Lamin, my last day at work is next Friday (16th). I too spent my childhood years aching to join up, I became a cadet at 13 and joined as an Apprentice at 17. I've thoroughly...
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Feb 2014, 19:18
Replies: 120
Views: 25,430
Posted By microlightgary

Not quite towing, but...

One sunny afternoon at Norfolk’s much lamented Jaguar base sometime in the mid 90’s, a Charity event has been scheduled, to wit a race between two teams of willing volunteers, one RAF, t’other Army....
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
10th Oct 2013, 22:57
Replies: 18
Views: 4,589
Posted By microlightgary

Centaurus in Norfolk

I'm certain that the late great Wg Cdr Ken Wallis had a Centaurus in it's transit egg(?), at least it was there last time I visited in 2009. I recall him saying that the RNHF had visited but it...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Sep 2011, 13:45
Replies: 3
Views: 1,323
Posted By microlightgary

Probably a bit further than I'd like to pop...

Probably a bit further than I'd like to pop across but thanks very much for the offer :ok:
Forum: Private Flying
1st Sep 2011, 13:43
Replies: 3
Views: 1,323
Posted By microlightgary

NPPL SSEA Revalidation flight in Norfolk/Suffolk- any takers?

I'm due my NPPL SSEA check-flight late September. Although my cheapest option would be to find someone to sit in the back of my StarStreak Shadow, I just wondered if there's anyone who can revalidate...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Feb 2011, 17:22
Replies: 13
Views: 6,850
Posted By microlightgary

Smile Time to change forum?

Timed~Out, try a speculative post on the BMAA Forum (http://forums.bmaa.org/) You'll find them very welcoming and will have access to a lot of folks with knowledge about owning/operating an aircraft...
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Jan 2011, 18:55
Replies: 17
Views: 2,583
Posted By microlightgary

A living legend - I count myself fortunate enough...

A living legend - I count myself fortunate enough to have met him and then watch him speak at a presentation evening. Held us all spellbound for 2+ hours. Many happy returns - and may there be many...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Jan 2011, 19:22
Replies: 56
Views: 8,217
Posted By microlightgary

Devil Au contraire! I think you'll find the Shadow...

Au contraire! I think you'll find the Shadow trumps the Eurostar (and everything else) in that regard - well, at least if you're in the front anyway :E
Forum: Private Flying
16th Jan 2011, 11:00
Replies: 22
Views: 3,381
Posted By microlightgary

Are things any clearer?

This thread's been dormant for a while but is of relevance to me as I'll shortly be changing from flying a microlight to a Group A machine.
Did anyone get to the bottom of what an ICAO Class 2...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Nov 2010, 01:45
Replies: 72
Views: 13,517
Posted By microlightgary

An interesting thread this! I'm not saying...

An interesting thread this!

I'm not saying that every yoke equipped aircraft is dull at all; I don't have enough experience of yoke flying to be that sweeping!
But - I think that stick aircraft...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2010, 10:49
Replies: 72
Views: 13,517
Posted By microlightgary

Stick every time for me - only flown 1 type with...

Stick every time for me - only flown 1 type with a yoke (a C152 for my SSEA rating, and then only because nothing with a stick was available!). Frankly I didn't like it at all and I heaved a big sigh...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
26th Oct 2010, 17:28
Replies: 256
Views: 127,440
Posted By microlightgary

Cool First flight memories...

Had my first flight ever in a Chippie with 9 AEF at RAF Finningley in 1983, back when I was an Air Cadet. Gutted that I don't have a picture or even a record of the S/N. :rolleyes:

Anyhoo, we're...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Jun 2010, 06:00
Replies: 13
Views: 2,429
Posted By microlightgary

Hi Rod, thanks for that. I'm seriously...

Hi Rod,
thanks for that. I'm seriously thinking about it!
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jun 2010, 16:54
Replies: 190
Views: 128,042
Posted By microlightgary

There's a good bar at Headcorn (Lasham). 6 of us...

There's a good bar at Headcorn (Lasham). 6 of us Spent a very blurry night there when we got weathered in once :ok:
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jun 2010, 16:21
Replies: 13
Views: 2,429
Posted By microlightgary

Blatant post to put this at the top of the forum...

Blatant post to put this at the top of the forum (however briefly!) :E
Surely someone in Norfolk/Suffolk must want to do aerobatics for minimum outlay...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Jun 2010, 09:55
Replies: 13
Views: 2,429
Posted By microlightgary

Hmm, not much feedback so far (although its only...

Hmm, not much feedback so far (although its only been a few days). Anyone have any suggestions as to the best place to advertise this to stimulate interest? :uhoh:
I've placed an Ad on AFORS and...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Jun 2010, 20:53
Replies: 13
Views: 2,429
Posted By microlightgary

Tipsy Nipper syndicate - Norfolk/Suffolk border

I'd like to form a small syndicate to buy and operate a Jabiru engined Tipsy Nipper - 2/3 members (ideally).
If anyone's interested I have access to FREE secure hangarage with power, lighting and...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Jun 2010, 20:40
Replies: 13
Views: 8,672
Posted By microlightgary

Nipper syndicate - Norfolk/Suffolk border?

The existing Nipper pilot UA mentioned is me and I'd very much like his machine! However for several reasons I'd like to form a small syndicate to operate it (2/3 members ideally).
If anyone's...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Jun 2010, 17:46
Replies: 175
Views: 22,171
Posted By microlightgary

Well done LAA

Having just read the LAA's reply to their meeting with NIA, I'd like to thank them for their extremely convincing and well-reasoned response.
Living as I do under the Norwich circuit, it is...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
18th Mar 2010, 13:26
Replies: 10
Views: 2,461
Posted By microlightgary

Yup, I was there too! An absolute legend and...

Yup, I was there too! An absolute legend and inspiration. Unfortuantely this talk's a bit far from rural Norfolk but I'll be there the next time he's anywhere near this neck of the woods. ...
Forum: Private Flying
7th Mar 2010, 08:27
Replies: 1
Views: 1,141
Posted By microlightgary

Ellison throttle body - UK overhaul?

Hi all,
does anyone know if there is a UK service agent for the overhaul of Ellison throttle bodies, or does it have to go off to the States?
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Jan 2010, 14:42
Replies: 95
Views: 21,008
Posted By microlightgary

BRS the way forward?

I think that Cows getting Bigger may havehit the nail on the head here:


I also agree with Wholigans view that an outlanding would be safer than emergency egress in virtually all cases; so with...
Forum: Private Flying
19th Nov 2009, 13:00
Replies: 24
Views: 6,771
Posted By microlightgary

Nokia 5800 GPS fine

I have a Nokia 5800 and if you download the free Nokia Sportracker App from the Ovi website, this will record your flight track very well. You can easily switch screens between this and GoogleMaps...
Forum: Private Flying
13th Nov 2009, 20:58
Replies: 4
Views: 2,307
Posted By microlightgary

Question Bendix 3000 dual Magneto - radio interference

Hi all,
I have a SAUER engine which is fitted with the Bendix 3000 dual Magneto. One of the Mag circuits is generating huge radio interference (which goes away when that side is selected off).
...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Oct 2009, 18:50
Replies: 15
Views: 6,192
Posted By microlightgary

Cheers!

Thanks for the interest and suggestions guys; lots to think about for sure. Trying to work out if I can afford a Nipper and still keep my Shadow (I'll have some very unhappy kids if I only have...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Oct 2009, 19:52
Replies: 15
Views: 6,192
Posted By microlightgary

Question Help! - Which aerobatic permit aircraft???

Hi all,
I've recently added Group A SSEA to my NPPL after 500+ hours flying flexwing and 3-axis microlights. I've been signed off for taildraggers and am having some major fun in a Citabria at the...
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