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Forum: Private Flying
21st Mar 2013, 14:19
Replies: 4
Views: 1,952
Posted By ChasG

GYROCOPTER

Does anyone know where to get gyrocopter training near west london other than Rochester - too far away, Oxford - the instructer appears to spend most of the year in portugal, Henstridge - too far....
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Feb 2012, 12:55
Replies: 15
Views: 2,023
Posted By ChasG

excellent

Rick well done - I may well beat your record.
Forum: Private Flying
18th Jan 2012, 13:43
Replies: 2
Views: 733
Posted By ChasG

BEagle - thank you very much for your help you...

BEagle - thank you very much for your help you have answered my question. Much appreciated regards Chas
Forum: Private Flying
18th Jan 2012, 13:11
Replies: 2
Views: 733
Posted By ChasG

NPPL Microlight

I recently stopped my flying lessons in a cessna because of a huge shock when I found out the effect of divorce on my pension. I really miss it - the disappontment, elation, frustration, worry,...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Oct 2011, 06:40
Replies: 22
Views: 3,162
Posted By ChasG

Thanks chaps for your responses - my main problem...

Thanks chaps for your responses - my main problem seems to be over compensating for an inconsistent approach. The circuits are fine until the final approach. I will keep trying and hopefully crack...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Oct 2011, 12:45
Replies: 22
Views: 3,162
Posted By ChasG

Seem to be getting worse

4 weeks ago I started in the circuit. First hour was pretty poor because I felt overloaded. Second hour went really well and with some assistance with the power the landings were good.

Since...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jun 2011, 06:42
Replies: 26
Views: 4,514
Posted By ChasG

RTN11 - I have done 13 hours and just about to...

RTN11 - I have done 13 hours and just about to start slow flight and stalling. Your point about frequency of flying I think is key to making progress particularly for the older person. I have had big...
Forum: Private Flying
7th Jun 2011, 07:03
Replies: 26
Views: 4,514
Posted By ChasG

I must admit that the thought of going solo fills...

I must admit that the thought of going solo fills me with excitement and terror in equal measure. I just hope to God that my instructor doesnt tell me when I am going solo. But once done it must be...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
20th May 2011, 15:57
Replies: 21
Views: 7,497
Posted By ChasG

Esperanza - in this case as a student I would say...

Esperanza - in this case as a student I would say I get from my instructor a lot more than £15 worth of tuition in an hour. I find it unbelievable that the rates are so low. Its a disgrace.
Makes me...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
20th May 2011, 06:48
Replies: 21
Views: 7,497
Posted By ChasG

I am suprised anyone does it if the rates of pay...

I am suprised anyone does it if the rates of pay are as poor as this. A driving instructor would get paid more - all credit to ppl instructors for having the enthusiasm to train people like me and be...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
9th May 2011, 06:23
Replies: 18
Views: 3,123
Posted By ChasG

V1 - thanks 3 lessons on the trot and it seems to...

V1 - thanks 3 lessons on the trot and it seems to be coming together at last the continuity has made a huge difference
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
6th May 2011, 12:38
Replies: 18
Views: 3,123
Posted By ChasG

Thanks - I will have a look on e bay for a second...

Thanks - I will have a look on e bay for a second hand copy. I generally understand the theory though. The problems start when I get airborne and forget.
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
3rd May 2011, 12:12
Replies: 18
Views: 3,123
Posted By ChasG

Very pleased to say that the last lesson went...

Very pleased to say that the last lesson went much better despite the fact that it was so windy. Regarding the reading up before a lesson I always spend too long reading up and trying to visualise...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
28th Apr 2011, 12:52
Replies: 18
Views: 3,123
Posted By ChasG

Gengis - reassuring. One difficulty with this is...

Gengis - reassuring. One difficulty with this is that I have nobody to compare myself with, everyone I see at Denham is about half my age. I will press on and hopefully get in more lessons.
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
28th Apr 2011, 06:36
Replies: 18
Views: 3,123
Posted By ChasG

Tinstaafl and conventional gear - thanks for your...

Tinstaafl and conventional gear - thanks for your comments. It is reassuring to hear that I might not be as crap at this as I think I am. I dont think my age at 57 helps. To be honest I thought it...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
27th Apr 2011, 13:15
Replies: 18
Views: 3,123
Posted By ChasG

thoroughly nice bloke and blagger. Thanks for...

thoroughly nice bloke and blagger. Thanks for your comments - I dont think I could find a nicer instructor. He is very patient and the beating myself up is something which comes naturally to me.
...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
27th Apr 2011, 06:46
Replies: 18
Views: 3,123
Posted By ChasG

Advice from PPL instructor please

After having completed 8 lessons towards my PPL I dont seem to be making very much progress eg descending I forget to put carb heat on, climbing I forgot last time to apply full power, straight and...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Mar 2011, 13:01
Replies: 21
Views: 2,439
Posted By ChasG

7 lessons completed and only now able to fly...

7 lessons completed and only now able to fly straight and level at different speeds. 8 out of the last 9 lessons cancelled - 7 because of the weather. thoroughly enjoy the flying but the ever...
Forum: Private Flying
31st Jan 2011, 12:10
Replies: 52
Views: 13,335
Posted By ChasG

January = 5 lessons booked - 5 lessons cancelled....

January = 5 lessons booked - 5 lessons cancelled. Might take up under water basket weaving instead
Forum: Private Flying
21st Jan 2011, 13:06
Replies: 206
Views: 37,602
Posted By ChasG

Kevmusic - I am so sorry to hear your news. i...

Kevmusic - I am so sorry to hear your news. i have thoroughly enjoyed reading about the ups and downs of your training.................and admired you for the way you have persevered. I am sure your...
Forum: Private Flying
13th Jan 2011, 06:58
Replies: 56
Views: 8,097
Posted By ChasG

Wickham air park also has microlights with a none...

Wickham air park also has microlights with a none equity share on 2 available for lessons
Forum: Private Flying
5th Jan 2011, 12:23
Replies: 25
Views: 4,285
Posted By ChasG

IanPZ - I was told to:- 1. Aviate 2....

IanPZ - I was told to:-

1. Aviate
2. Navigate
3. Communicate

which seems to make sense :)
ChasG
Forum: Private Flying
20th Dec 2010, 12:56
Replies: 7
Views: 3,761
Posted By ChasG

Cessna v Eurostar/Ikarus

This might be the wrong forum but which is the easiest to fly and more importantly to land?
Forum: Private Flying
8th Dec 2010, 12:31
Replies: 27
Views: 9,321
Posted By ChasG

Jan it all looks very complicated. Best advice is...

Jan it all looks very complicated. Best advice is to find someone who has done all this before - offer to buy lunch and a nice bottle if they will navigate and do all the radio calls while you enjoy...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Dec 2010, 06:47
Replies: 27
Views: 9,321
Posted By ChasG

Jan - my comment was in the context of comparing...

Jan - my comment was in the context of comparing it to a cessna which I am learning in. Looks a much nicer experience. I have been considering changing to microlight eurostar or Ikarus
Forum: Private Flying
7th Dec 2010, 12:27
Replies: 27
Views: 9,321
Posted By ChasG

nice looking plane

nice looking plane
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Dec 2010, 13:11
Replies: 43
Views: 6,680
Posted By ChasG

Ian, apologies for missing your post. How are the...

Ian, apologies for missing your post. How are the eurostar lessons going? I would be interested in an update regards Chas
Forum: Private Flying
26th Nov 2010, 11:45
Replies: 62
Views: 9,978
Posted By ChasG

I am making very slow progress - 6 lessons and...

I am making very slow progress - 6 lessons and having difficulty with slow flaps down on a steading heading. I think its a combination of my age and too long a gap between each lesson. I would be...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Nov 2010, 06:45
Replies: 39
Views: 13,512
Posted By ChasG

Hopefully if the weather isnt too bad I will have...

Hopefully if the weather isnt too bad I will have a look at some at the Flying exhibition on Sunday at the NEC. Having only had a few hours lessons in a Cessna I had given some thought to swapping to...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Nov 2010, 12:55
Replies: 39
Views: 13,512
Posted By ChasG

Thanks for your responses. I had a look at...

Thanks for your responses. I had a look at bunting mentioned by guppy and whoppity. One of the clips on U tube show a chap lower the nose pick a spot on the ground and the fly straight at it which...
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Nov 2010, 16:06
Replies: 39
Views: 13,512
Posted By ChasG

gyrocopter

having read an article recently on gyrocopters, I quite fancy a go in one. has anyone any experience of them and are they easy to fly/land. i particularly like what appears to be a very slow landing...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Nov 2010, 06:44
Replies: 43
Views: 6,680
Posted By ChasG

Ian glad to see you enjoyed it. Having been in...

Ian glad to see you enjoyed it. Having been in the eurostar I think you will be suprised just how antiquated a Cessna will seem so will be interested to hear how you get on. regards Chas
Forum: Private Flying
19th Nov 2010, 12:58
Replies: 43
Views: 6,680
Posted By ChasG

IPZ - finding an instructor who you like and are...

IPZ - finding an instructor who you like and are comfortable with is in my view top of the list. If you try Denham book with William De Sousa who is very easy to get on with while being really...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Nov 2010, 06:53
Replies: 43
Views: 6,680
Posted By ChasG

Ian - Denham Pilot Centre charge £140/hour for...

Ian - Denham Pilot Centre charge £140/hour for Cessna 152 with the discount for joining AOPA which is free for students for 2 years and joining the club which is about £130. I find them friendly and...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Oct 2010, 06:53
Replies: 44
Views: 4,426
Posted By ChasG

I was very pleased to get a phone call on friday...

I was very pleased to get a phone call on friday afternoon to say there was a lesson available on Saturday morning. As it was 5 weeks since the last lesson (of 5 to date) the instructor said we had...
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