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Forum: Private Flying
21st Feb 2020, 20:42
Replies: 11
Views: 2,830
Posted By rkgpilot

Come to us at Damyns Hall and take a trial...

Come to us at Damyns Hall and take a trial lesson. You'll not regret it. Fantastic modern aircraft. Deepak is a highly experienced instructor and it's not a 'one man band', with another highly...
Forum: Private Flying
19th Nov 2019, 20:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,670
Posted By rkgpilot

You’d really enjoy flying the Robin and yes,...

You’d really enjoy flying the Robin and yes, Crowfield is a gem. For a hard runway and all year-round training, plus learning in a Robin, Earls Colne probably isn’t too far from you either.
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
12th Nov 2019, 19:35
Replies: 11
Views: 4,320
Posted By rkgpilot

Thanks for your replies.

Thanks for your replies.
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
12th Nov 2019, 17:31
Replies: 11
Views: 4,320
Posted By rkgpilot

Thanks Whopity, but perhaps I wasn't too clear. ...

Thanks Whopity, but perhaps I wasn't too clear. I intend obtaining NPPL SSEA on the basis of my PPL(A), then adding SLMG through differences. My source was a well known motorgliding school website...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
12th Nov 2019, 13:16
Replies: 11
Views: 4,320
Posted By rkgpilot

Thanks Genghis. Much appreciated. I do...

Thanks Genghis. Much appreciated.

I do already have a UK PPL (new version) but was thinking of a NPPL so that I can add SLMG which I believe means differences training. A couple of years ago,...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
11th Nov 2019, 21:49
Replies: 11
Views: 4,320
Posted By rkgpilot

I’m a fairly new CRI(A) on an EASA PPL and have...

I’m a fairly new CRI(A) on an EASA PPL and have had microlight differences training. I also hold a UK PPL (post-JAR version). I do not yet have a NPPL.

I want to do a bit of CRI work at a...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Sep 2019, 20:12
Replies: 19
Views: 2,147
Posted By rkgpilot

But a CRI or FI (with or without TK) isn’t...

But a CRI or FI (with or without TK) isn’t restricted to voluntary work. Even if that’s your intention right now, you’d actually be able to get paid for work done. So why not pay for your own course...
Forum: Private Flying
17th Sep 2018, 18:26
Replies: 23
Views: 3,814
Posted By rkgpilot

I’m confused - Grob 109 series aircraft and...

I’m confused - Grob 109 series aircraft and Dimonas/Super Dimonas have varying max weights, up to 930kg that I know of. Are they technically in a different classification from that described above?...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Mar 2014, 22:09
Replies: 11
Views: 1,457
Posted By rkgpilot

BB said: [/I]EASA PPL holders with instructor...

BB said:
[/I]EASA PPL holders with instructor ratings are not restricted to instructing in a 'club' environment but, since almost all instruction is now confined to an ATO, this doesn't make a...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Feb 2014, 10:55
Replies: 8
Views: 1,367
Posted By rkgpilot

Follow the entire coast to Inverness - some...

Follow the entire coast to Inverness - some stunning coastline views.
Pop into Dundee for a cuppa/fuel. Lunch at Inverness.
From there, along the Great Glen to Oban, at low level.
Overnight Oban....
Forum: Private Flying
21st Sep 2013, 17:39
Replies: 133
Views: 44,462
Posted By rkgpilot

Roald Dahl - Hurricane pilot WW2 Alex James...

Roald Dahl - Hurricane pilot WW2

Alex James (Blur bassist; Cheesemaker)

Edit: Whoops - just noticed Alex James already mentioned on page 1 :O

So I'll add James Martin (chef) instead.
Forum: Private Flying
16th Apr 2013, 22:11
Replies: 14
Views: 4,298
Posted By rkgpilot

I have a pair of Tag sunglasses, exactly as you...

I have a pair of Tag sunglasses, exactly as you describe.

As has been said, you need to talk to a quality optician - preferably one who understands the special requirements of flying.
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jan 2013, 10:48
Replies: 11
Views: 2,639
Posted By rkgpilot

Scroll down to Site Option CS9: Planning...

Scroll down to Site Option CS9:

Planning policy (http://cambridge.jdi-consult.net/ldf/readdoc.php?docid=166&chapter=10&docelemid=d31759#d31759)
Forum: Private Flying
15th Oct 2012, 17:46
Replies: 33
Views: 5,125
Posted By rkgpilot

I would spend 80% of it on Aviation - buy a...

I would spend 80% of it on Aviation - buy a private airport, buy a Spitfire or two, a Citation, a fleet of other aircraft all for private use (and friends obviously :)) a Eurocopter, buy/found an...
Forum: Private Flying
7th Feb 2012, 21:38
Replies: 21
Views: 5,559
Posted By rkgpilot

Robin. :ok: Also known as the Alpha: ...

Robin. :ok:

Also known as the Alpha:
ALPHA 160A & AI
A Superb All-Metal Two Seat Aerobatic TrainerEqually at home as a hard-working basic trainer, a spectacular aerobatic performer, or as a...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Dec 2011, 21:45
Replies: 7
Views: 1,277
Posted By rkgpilot

Quote: I am sorry but I cant remember his...

Quote: I am sorry but I cant remember his name.............but Mick will!



That must be Ken Bones. He did my interior. Great job. Fair price.
Forum: Private Flying
29th Nov 2011, 16:42
Replies: 37
Views: 5,552
Posted By rkgpilot

The contents of your bag might depend on whether...

The contents of your bag might depend on whether you are male or female:

Male: Everything you think you'll need. Similar to lists above.

Female: Everything you will need - ever - along with...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Nov 2011, 19:53
Replies: 39
Views: 8,714
Posted By rkgpilot

An instructor at my club teaches an 'Advanced...

An instructor at my club teaches an 'Advanced PPL' course where one of the very many useful lessons covers flying without stick - only rudder, throttle and elevator trim are 'allowed'. After several...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Oct 2011, 06:39
Replies: 18
Views: 4,757
Posted By rkgpilot

When can you start?

When can you start?
Forum: Private Flying
21st Sep 2011, 13:01
Replies: 25
Views: 4,301
Posted By rkgpilot

Also last night started looking around Spanish...

Also last night started looking around Spanish schools.

How about France? The weather may not be quite so reliable but then, it's not quite so far to go. I can introduce you to a British...
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Aug 2011, 17:48
Replies: 25
Views: 5,679
Posted By rkgpilot

I was taught that you've got to be alive before...

I was taught that you've got to be alive before you can be dead.

So, if you approach the field from the dead side, to properly join overhead, you must first cross the active runway (within the...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Aug 2011, 12:52
Replies: 158
Views: 41,237
Posted By rkgpilot

Just gone in for her annual. Missing her already...

Just gone in for her annual. Missing her already :{ :{

http://cdn-www.airliners.net/aviation-photos/photos/8/4/3/1039348.jpg
Forum: Private Flying
6th Jul 2011, 08:28
Replies: 34
Views: 10,226
Posted By rkgpilot

(Still trying to find my perfect airfield- 700m,...

(Still trying to find my perfect airfield- 700m, blonde 25 year old refuellers who also mop my brow!, free massage, no landing fees, beach at end of the airstrip....e tc etc...)

Might be looking...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jul 2011, 16:12
Replies: 11
Views: 2,257
Posted By rkgpilot

I offered to be ProfChrisReed's guinea pig and...

I offered to be ProfChrisReed's guinea pig and I'm glad I did.

The taster day was well organised and I got a full 6 launches in with the CFI as my instructor. It was a very good introduction...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Jul 2011, 20:03
Replies: 34
Views: 10,226
Posted By rkgpilot

Oh yes CJ, I forgot to mention - I'd never spend...

Oh yes CJ, I forgot to mention - I'd never spend the night there myself. I grew up not far away from Southend and seldom venture back........

Mind you, I've never been to Blackpool. Each to his...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Jul 2011, 19:25
Replies: 34
Views: 10,226
Posted By rkgpilot

What about good old Sarfend? Lovely pier, bag of...

What about good old Sarfend? Lovely pier, bag of chips, stick of rock, mini Blackpool. Even a decent-ish beach these days, since they shifted in half the Sahara a few years ago.

Train station on...
Forum: Private Flying
17th Jun 2011, 13:59
Replies: 49
Views: 4,998
Posted By rkgpilot

ProfChrisReed Where is your club? I could...

ProfChrisReed

Where is your club? I could be your guinea pig if you like? Special price, obviously.......:)

As a powered pilot PPL I have had one gliding lesson (in Suffolk) and have since...
Forum: Private Flying
15th May 2011, 19:45
Replies: 73
Views: 18,268
Posted By rkgpilot

Even safer to get Class D zone transit and have...

Even safer to get Class D zone transit and have up to 2500' available.

Anybody tried or done this?
Forum: Private Flying
15th Mar 2011, 19:49
Replies: 26
Views: 3,213
Posted By rkgpilot

I'd turn back every time. Look what...

I'd turn back every time.

Look what happened to Hannes Arch 2009:

YouTube - Hannes Arch Bird Strike! Red Bull Air Race San Diego 2009 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRRkBNf8T9w)
...
Forum: Private Flying
17th Jan 2011, 22:58
Replies: 37
Views: 4,239
Posted By rkgpilot

Yes Adam, I have had similar experiences. I think...

Yes Adam, I have had similar experiences. I think the key question is, are they afraid/reluctant to go flying with you or are they afraid/reluctant period?

The latter group as IO540 suggests, is...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Dec 2010, 21:18
Replies: 154
Views: 19,321
Posted By rkgpilot

My forum name is really rather rubbish, I know....

My forum name is really rather rubbish, I know. As soon as I signed up, it felt like a mistake - a display of lack of imagination. But then again, it was my first-ever forum and I hadn't worked out...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Nov 2010, 19:49
Replies: 4
Views: 1,523
Posted By rkgpilot

Try here. GBBMB - Robin Regent (DR400/180) -...

Try here. GBBMB - Robin Regent (DR400/180) - Share for sale (http://sales.flyer.co.uk/GBBMB/)
Lovely aircraft these (and no, it's not me who is selling it....)
Forum: Private Flying
13th Aug 2010, 19:12
Replies: 35
Views: 11,643
Posted By rkgpilot

Good. Glad I've been doing it right then.

Good. Glad I've been doing it right then.
Forum: Private Flying
13th Aug 2010, 15:17
Replies: 35
Views: 11,643
Posted By rkgpilot

I logged P1 when solo pre-licence and P1/S for...

I logged P1 when solo pre-licence and P1/S for the flight test. Both in the P1 column. I have only had my licence for a couple of weeks and the CAA issued it without any problems. What did your...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Aug 2010, 21:08
Replies: 42
Views: 7,613
Posted By rkgpilot

Sorry to be a bit dumb, but a couple of...

Sorry to be a bit dumb, but a couple of questions:

In your simple fixed pitch prop trainer/tourer, the only way to know the engine is making full power at the start of the takeoff roll, is to...
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