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Search: Posts Made By: jayemm
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Forum: Private Flying
6th Oct 2016, 21:23
Replies: 41
Views: 22,299
Posted By jayemm

How did Spitfire and Hurricane pilots navigate

Pootlng around Kent the other day trying to find a farm strip VFR with my visual navigation, Garmin box of tricks, VOR and so on, my brain decided to pester me with this question.

How on earth...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Oct 2016, 21:10
Replies: 190
Views: 128,024
Posted By jayemm

Laddingford farm strip near Paddock Wood. 20 mins...

Laddingford farm strip near Paddock Wood. 20 mins walk along a country lane lined with blackberry bushes to the Chequers Inn in Laddingford. Everyone very friendly, excellent food, large beer garden.
Forum: Private Flying
5th Oct 2016, 09:53
Replies: 37
Views: 14,899
Posted By jayemm

I visited Bourn on Monday, and wanted to say a...

I visited Bourn on Monday, and wanted to say a little about it. First of all it's a very friendly and welcoming airfield. I want to urge GA pilots to visit and keep Bourn going. It is a slightly...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Jun 2016, 22:07
Replies: 29
Views: 5,655
Posted By jayemm

Jamaica

Blue Mountains and coastline of Jamaica. Stunning mixture of lush greenery, flashes of waterfalls and off course the beautiful colours of the carribean.
Forum: Private Flying
6th Apr 2015, 11:36
Replies: 8
Views: 1,871
Posted By jayemm

Question Warrior Engine Refurb rules

Our engine will soon be close to the 12 years limit but well under the 2,000 hours. Can someone clarify the regs or rules on this?

I believe it used to be a case of whichever limit arrives the...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Oct 2009, 12:16
Replies: 12
Views: 1,960
Posted By jayemm

Vee-tail-1: And some of them are very small....

Vee-tail-1:

And some of them are very small. The Black Widow is 15gms and flies for 20 mins. I believe that the biggest UAV is 26,000 Kgs and can fly for 22 hours (don't quote me though, I heard...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Oct 2009, 15:58
Replies: 12
Views: 1,960
Posted By jayemm

Thumbs up Aberporth a.k.a West Wales

Went to Aberporth (aka West Wales) yesterday and it was well worth it.

It has that Oban feel about it: A very warm welcome from John, who drove out to the runway to clear the birds as I approached...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
4th Oct 2009, 19:03
Replies: 27
Views: 6,723
Posted By jayemm

Aberporth worth a visit

Went to Aberporth (aka West Wales) today and it was well worth it.

It has that Oban feel about it: A very warm welcome from John, who drove out to the runway to clear the birds as I approached...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Jul 2009, 12:13
Replies: 16
Views: 3,434
Posted By jayemm

I visited Sandown IOW yesterday in the Warrior....

I visited Sandown IOW yesterday in the Warrior. Few visitors sadly, compared to the crowds before the fire.

I had heard a rumour that the grass strip was being dug up, which wasn't true. And I...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Jul 2009, 15:22
Replies: 7
Views: 2,533
Posted By jayemm

Thanks gents. Any other suggestions are welcome. ...

Thanks gents. Any other suggestions are welcome.

Is there any evidence that installing this kit would increase the overall value of the PA28?
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Jul 2009, 13:33
Replies: 7
Views: 2,533
Posted By jayemm

Question Installing a Garmin 430W in a PA28

As a group we're looking to buy a new Garmin GNS 430W and have it installed in our Warrior.

Can anyone recommend companies or organisations that will buy and install it?

Thanks
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2008, 15:35
Replies: 72
Views: 5,481
Posted By jayemm

Good and Bad

Death and accidents generate a natural curiosity in mankind. Many people want to talk about an event, even if just to 'offer condolences' as an expression of fear, care or "there but for the grace of...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Jul 2008, 20:09
Replies: 14
Views: 2,550
Posted By jayemm

The Law is an Ass

This kind of situation winds me up so much, I despair of some of our utterly stupid laws and most especially of all our stupid and apparently senseless beaurocrats and members of the legal system. In...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jul 2008, 15:53
Replies: 14
Views: 2,550
Posted By jayemm

And so we all sit at our computers moaning about...

And so we all sit at our computers moaning about the moaners whilst in the meantime not a single flying association, flying club or GA group offer to help Branscombe out. No wonder these plonkers get...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Jun 2008, 11:19
Replies: 8
Views: 864
Posted By jayemm

Hugely appreciative of your efforts Mike. :D ...

Hugely appreciative of your efforts Mike. :D

What does this mean the situation is now? Presumably Lee is still not accessible to general GA, but what happens next?
Forum: Rumours & News
4th Oct 2007, 13:32
Replies: 23
Views: 9,363
Posted By jayemm

Somewhat off thread but I lived in Lagos years...

Somewhat off thread but I lived in Lagos years ago and one of the best uses of English I came across was in one of the National newspapers that had the front page headline "Shagari gets clap". This...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Oct 2007, 12:30
Replies: 23
Views: 8,672
Posted By jayemm

This is brilliant thanks. Disappointing however...

This is brilliant thanks.
Disappointing however that it can't pay landing fees, make tea and knock-up a bacon sarnie as well. :ok:
Forum: Private Flying
11th Sep 2007, 11:56
Replies: 156
Views: 17,667
Posted By jayemm

Since the temperature on this thread is already...

Since the temperature on this thread is already high I'll keep this personal i.e. just about me (PA28 and C172) :} Here is my ponderment.
We all agree that pre-flight checks are an essential part...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Aug 2007, 18:13
Replies: 32
Views: 4,192
Posted By jayemm

Quiet dog

I took a quiet dog with no problems at all. Well, apart from the problem that you're not supposed to transport animals of any kind from or into Hawarden without special permission and beaurocracy!...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Mar 2007, 12:25
Replies: 6
Views: 1,087
Posted By jayemm

You can hire and it's fantastic

I rented in Jamaica and had one of the best flying experiences ever. I rented a C172 and flew around the island and the Blue Mountains. I strongly recommend that you give it a go as it's one of those...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Nov 2006, 10:33
Replies: 33
Views: 4,780
Posted By jayemm

Horse-Riding more dangerous?

I read ages ago that Horse-Riding is the most dangerous leisure activity in the UK. I couldn't find the stats to quote, but according to the British Horse Society website there is a riding accident...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Jul 2006, 19:20
Replies: 98
Views: 10,275
Posted By jayemm

In the last two weeks I have flown to Exeter,...

In the last two weeks I have flown to Exeter, Hawarden (twice) and Leeds Bradford. In every case I was the only one in my party wearing the luminous fashion garment. No problems, all ok.
I just...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Jun 2006, 19:41
Replies: 57
Views: 5,814
Posted By jayemm

One reason for an increase in infringements and...

One reason for an increase in infringements and level busts may well be that "reports" weren't being "filed" (Davidt). I suspect that most pilots who do this are blissfully unaware. I was on one...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Jun 2006, 08:40
Replies: 16
Views: 1,647
Posted By jayemm

Check out the Instructors not the Club

I trained at Blackbushe with the then "European Flyers". I had a better experience than Hampshire Hog. Every one of the PPL schools mentioned are good (and not cheap) but if I was selecting a school...
Forum: Private Flying
7th Jun 2006, 20:17
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By jayemm

Beautiful spot

I flew in there yesterday on business in Huddersfield:
1. What a great area to fly in. Great views of the moors, the valleys, northern towns n'all.
2. Amazingly close to Huddersfield town centre...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jun 2006, 15:19
Replies: 2
Views: 788
Posted By jayemm

call 01252 877727 and you should get the info you...

call 01252 877727 and you should get the info you need.
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jun 2006, 13:35
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By jayemm

Smile Thanks. I've made contact now. Definitely open....

Thanks. I've made contact now. Definitely open. The gentleman I spoke to was very relaxed about things - quite a refreshing surprise!
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jun 2006, 11:25
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By jayemm

Is Huddersfield open?

I wanted to fly to Huddersfield next week, but on ringing 01484 645784 for PPR I get no response. Is Huddersfield still operating?
Forum: Private Flying
1st Jun 2006, 21:14
Replies: 1,126
Views: 638,144
Posted By jayemm

Blackbushe to Huddersfield

Free seat Blackbushe to Huddersfield on Tuesday 6 June leaving at 0830. You will need to entertain yourself in Huddersfield until I leave to return to Blackbushe at around 5pm.
Forum: Private Flying
22nd May 2006, 20:28
Replies: 1,126
Views: 638,144
Posted By jayemm

Spare Seat to Cork from Blackbushe

My wife was to fly with me to Cork from Blackbushe this weekend, but owing to an illness in the family cannot go now(nothing to do with my flying, honest!).
Planning to leave Blackbushe in the PA28...
Forum: Private Flying
6th May 2006, 12:58
Replies: 19
Views: 1,387
Posted By jayemm

Aussie Andy Maybe, but your comment...

Aussie Andy



Maybe, but your comment made me wonder why people focus on France like I did, and far fewer people think of making the trip to our nearest English speaking neighbour!

Is it...
Forum: Private Flying
4th May 2006, 21:49
Replies: 19
Views: 1,387
Posted By jayemm

Dublin Pilot and Others Thanks for the...

Dublin Pilot and Others

Thanks for the information. I'm planning to go on Sunday 28 May, there and back. I might treat this as the practice run for the BBQ on 15 July.

The need for a Flight...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd May 2006, 20:05
Replies: 19
Views: 1,387
Posted By jayemm

Question Flying to Waterford, Ireland

I've decided it's time to fly to Ireland and have picked Waterford to start with. In a Warrior. From Blackbushe. Stopping at Haverford West en route.
Any advice or information? Is the IMC valid in...
Forum: Private Flying
19th Feb 2006, 21:08
Replies: 105
Views: 19,933
Posted By jayemm

Isn't this a good thing?

Forgive me for being stupid, but having read the council article it seems like good news. It looks as though they or someone are investing in the airfield. Surely this is improvement? Earlier I...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Feb 2006, 13:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,069
Posted By jayemm

Question PA28 AI Question

We've got problems with the AI (Attitude Indicator or Artificial Horizon) on our PA28 Warrior II. We're told that to replace it is almost impossible because the 'hole in the panel is too big for AIs...
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