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Forum: Private Flying
5th Feb 2008, 21:04
Replies: 56
Views: 6,581
Posted By bar shaker

Amongst those that 'do protest too much' are the...

Amongst those that 'do protest too much' are the CAA Panel of Microlight Examiners and the Chairman of the BMAA Training Committee.
Forum: Private Flying
5th Feb 2008, 11:46
Replies: 56
Views: 6,581
Posted By bar shaker

In saying that microlights have kept chipping...

In saying that microlights have kept chipping away at the weight limit shows that BEagle has a very limited knowledge of the class. There has only been one weight limit increase in modern times,...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Sep 2007, 12:06
Replies: 16
Views: 1,745
Posted By bar shaker

SSD I normally find that wait until I have...

SSD

I normally find that wait until I have taxied up behind them before they check that they are getting full rpm.

They then turn 90deg to the taxywayand finish the checks.
Forum: Private Flying
1st Aug 2007, 21:03
Replies: 12
Views: 1,523
Posted By bar shaker

You could see well into Kent from Clacton, today.

You could see well into Kent from Clacton, today.
Forum: Private Flying
31st Jul 2007, 08:53
Replies: 12
Views: 1,523
Posted By bar shaker

RH is below 50% during the day. It should be 100...

RH is below 50% during the day. It should be 100 mile viz.

It was yesterday and should stay the same until at least the weekend.
Forum: Private Flying
30th Jul 2007, 14:41
Replies: 13
Views: 1,644
Posted By bar shaker

Even microlights are now coming through Denmark...

Even microlights are now coming through Denmark for the 0% Vat.

My mate's SR22T came in over £40k lighter as a result of this option.
Forum: Private Flying
19th Jun 2007, 15:03
Replies: 40
Views: 6,346
Posted By bar shaker

We are assuming that he had not been given a...

We are assuming that he had not been given a transit 15 minutes earlier and we are assuming that he was not avoiding the circuit. We are also assuming you were not flying a bomber command circuit,...
Forum: Private Flying
19th Jun 2007, 12:29
Replies: 59
Views: 10,716
Posted By bar shaker

I quite agree Rod. I did my GFT in min dual...

I quite agree Rod.

I did my GFT in min dual plus 2 hours of the min solo. I then had to wrack up the rest of the solo hours and QXCs before I could send my license application off.

I did it...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd May 2007, 07:55
Replies: 23
Views: 3,297
Posted By bar shaker

Why not fly your N reg on an FAA licence and have...

Why not fly your N reg on an FAA licence and have a workable instrument rating available to you?
Forum: Private Flying
21st May 2007, 14:31
Replies: 12
Views: 1,292
Posted By bar shaker

And how much does that IR ship cost to keep in...

And how much does that IR ship cost to keep in the air, Bose?

You can get very capable VLA/ML machines for £30k and running costs of under £25ph. The replacement engine (1500 TBO - non...
Forum: Private Flying
21st May 2007, 13:14
Replies: 12
Views: 1,292
Posted By bar shaker

LSA also requires LME maintenance. I'm with...

LSA also requires LME maintenance.

I'm with Rod, VLA every time. There is a Ban-bi (like Rod's) on AFORS at the moment. That should satisfy most people's needs.
Forum: Private Flying
14th May 2007, 12:21
Replies: 8
Views: 1,116
Posted By bar shaker

I believe Chris' situation is slightly different...

I believe Chris' situation is slightly different as he is moving approx 1 mile, to an area further away from the airfield's neighbours.

I could not see anyone objecting or see the LA being unhappy...
Forum: Private Flying
29th Apr 2007, 11:06
Replies: 6
Views: 1,545
Posted By bar shaker

Which bit of the 500ft rule is that? I fly from...

Which bit of the 500ft rule is that?
I fly from a farm strip and we comply with Rule 5. You may need to read it before explaining your confusion.
Forum: Private Flying
27th Apr 2007, 08:59
Replies: 6
Views: 1,638
Posted By bar shaker

I have over 300 hours on microlights. They...

I have over 300 hours on microlights.

They are huge fun but they are not a practical mode of commuter transport, due to wind and met limitations.
Forum: Private Flying
27th Apr 2007, 07:28
Replies: 4
Views: 1,022
Posted By bar shaker

You could try Dereham...

You could try Dereham (http://www.dcma.biz/contact.htm)
Forum: Private Flying
24th Apr 2007, 07:46
Replies: 6
Views: 1,023
Posted By bar shaker

Has anyone submitted a mod form for using the...

Has anyone submitted a mod form for using the supplied yoke bracket?
Forum: Private Flying
17th Apr 2007, 19:22
Replies: 4
Views: 1,546
Posted By bar shaker

The only strip I know of in Ingatestone (I live...

The only strip I know of in Ingatestone (I live in Chelmsford) is owned by the owner of a multi billion pound international construction company.
Its very private.

Brock Farm, Ingatestone Lane,...
Forum: Private Flying
29th Mar 2007, 10:39
Replies: 29
Views: 6,976
Posted By bar shaker

At the budget end, it is the AX3 or X'Air. ...

At the budget end, it is the AX3 or X'Air.

Mid value is Sky Ranger and Rans

Upper mid: Thruster & Medway SLA (new and very nice), both factory built. Jabiru also fits in here.

Top end: ...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Jan 2007, 13:26
Replies: 5
Views: 2,019
Posted By bar shaker

Nice Polaris video...

Nice Polaris video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ogp9VgKejSY)
Forum: Private Flying
29th Sep 2006, 09:19
Replies: 22
Views: 3,236
Posted By bar shaker

Sky Rangers have just had their seat loading...

Sky Rangers have just had their seat loading increased, although I forget the exact figure. It's something over 100kg though.

They are a very capable microlight and can be picked up for around...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Sep 2006, 17:32
Replies: 3
Views: 2,545
Posted By bar shaker

Ring your card company and have the transaction...

Ring your card company and have the transaction disputed. Explain the circumstances.
Forum: Private Flying
31st Aug 2006, 08:23
Replies: 16
Views: 1,762
Posted By bar shaker

Then you were taught by someone who knows nothing...

Then you were taught by someone who knows nothing about fuels. Your instructor probably thought that the higher the octane, the more volatile the fuel. The opposite is actually true.

AvGas...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Aug 2006, 19:26
Replies: 203
Views: 17,918
Posted By bar shaker

Just tell them you are a Eurostar. The DGAC have...

Just tell them you are a Eurostar. The DGAC have exempted all 8500 French microlights.
Forum: Private Flying
7th Aug 2006, 12:15
Replies: 55
Views: 6,336
Posted By bar shaker

No previous flying experience.

No previous flying experience.
Forum: Private Flying
6th Aug 2006, 17:53
Replies: 55
Views: 6,336
Posted By bar shaker

Kev I took my NPPL (M) GFT at 17 hours and...

Kev

I took my NPPL (M) GFT at 17 hours and passed so its perfectly feasible to finish the course on budget.

It seemed strange wracking up the rest of the solo hours, after my GFT, so that I...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Aug 2006, 17:47
Replies: 55
Views: 6,336
Posted By bar shaker

Microman Are you learning with Chris...

Microman

Are you learning with Chris 'Slippery' Childs? If so you won't find a better instructor.

I suspect you are working towards your NPPL (M), in the Thruster, rather than a PPL (A).
...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Jul 2006, 21:53
Replies: 13
Views: 1,857
Posted By bar shaker

MM I would clear customs at Lydd (a small...

MM

I would clear customs at Lydd (a small landing fee for ULMs and just west of Dover) and then head across to Weston Zoyland. The easiest route is to fllow the coast to Shoreham and then head...
Forum: Private Flying
19th Jul 2006, 20:49
Replies: 41
Views: 12,652
Posted By bar shaker

My daughter is the same age and loves flying....

My daughter is the same age and loves flying. Lost for words. So sad.
Forum: Private Flying
20th Jun 2006, 07:31
Replies: 5
Views: 1,139
Posted By bar shaker

It would be madness to fly with 32ft margin,...

It would be madness to fly with 32ft margin, above and below. Why would you not just fly around it?
Forum: Private Flying
15th Jun 2006, 07:49
Replies: 7
Views: 750
Posted By bar shaker

The use offshore will change soon. EASA is...

The use offshore will change soon. EASA is promoting an NPPL licence across the whole of Europe and an NPPL holder will be able to use the licence in all EU states. The microlight NPPL is already...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jun 2006, 08:01
Replies: 5
Views: 2,485
Posted By bar shaker

The maintenance on microlights is very relaxed...

The maintenance on microlights is very relaxed but certain parts must be factory supplied. These were not.

The cause of this accident has been on the rumour network for some time and I am glad...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Jun 2006, 10:45
Replies: 149
Views: 10,275
Posted By bar shaker

This is a joke, right?

This is a joke, right?
Forum: Private Flying
5th Jun 2006, 14:59
Replies: 13
Views: 1,088
Posted By bar shaker

There's still a licence to get, but this is the...

There's still a licence to get, but this is the benchmark that defines you as a pilot. Well Done.
Forum: Private Flying
29th May 2006, 10:57
Replies: 12
Views: 1,188
Posted By bar shaker

Only one thing will really help... Currency and...

Only one thing will really help... Currency and lots of it. The more frequently you fly, the more the procedures become second nature and natural.

If your lessons are spaced out, you will be...
Forum: Private Flying
24th May 2006, 09:29
Replies: 53
Views: 5,289
Posted By bar shaker

Fly considerably higher than 500-1000ft... have a...

Fly considerably higher than 500-1000ft... have a target level, say 4000-4500 and stay within your band, use GPS and follow the track line, don't try too hard to fly the aircraft. Without a horizon,...
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