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Forum: Rotorheads
25th Oct 2021, 17:18
Replies: 199
Views: 61,923
Posted By Baldegret

Thanks RVDT - seems pretty straightforward...

Thanks RVDT - seems pretty straightforward (famous last words!). Will let you know how I get on..
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Oct 2021, 09:41
Replies: 199
Views: 61,923
Posted By Baldegret

Have any UK pilots tried to renew a Frenc...

Have any UK pilots tried to renew a Frenc helisurface permit post-Brexit? Mine expired this summer and I'm pulling together the docs for a renewal submission. Any guidance or updates would be...
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Jan 2021, 09:43
Replies: 18
Views: 7,229
Posted By Baldegret

Thanks to all of you for your comments and...

Thanks to all of you for your comments and suggestions. I think the grab bag sounds like the best bet and as a former soldier, seems appropriate too. Happy New Year!
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Dec 2020, 12:12
Replies: 18
Views: 7,229
Posted By Baldegret

Space isn't really an issue as I will remove most...

Space isn't really an issue as I will remove most of what I need before take-off. I fly an R44 - usually with just two of us on board, so plenty of room on the back seat for the bag once we are...
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Dec 2020, 09:20
Replies: 18
Views: 7,229
Posted By Baldegret

Flight Bags

For 20 years or so I have been using an old shoulder bag to lug around my kit when I go flying. I have to be able to carry two Bose headsets, skyecho, PLB, ipad, a couple of 1:500,000 charts,...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Sep 2019, 08:14
Replies: 15
Views: 2,118
Posted By Baldegret

We overnighted at Rouen in July. Lovely city,...

We overnighted at Rouen in July. Lovely city, plenty of places to eat, very helpful team at the airport..
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Sep 2019, 10:55
Replies: 199
Views: 61,923
Posted By Baldegret

When I renewed mine earlier this year, I found...

When I renewed mine earlier this year, I found that none of the email addresses worked. Snail mail is the safest bet I would suggest...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Jun 2018, 13:54
Replies: 199
Views: 61,923
Posted By Baldegret

Just an update as I received my new permit today....

Just an update as I received my new permit today. None of the email addresses seemed to work so I sent all of the paperwork by snail mail and it was processed and returned to me within a month....
Forum: Rotorheads
11th May 2018, 08:13
Replies: 199
Views: 61,923
Posted By Baldegret

Email address for helisurface permit application?

Morning fellow rotorheads. I need to renew my French helisurface permit but both email addresses I have found just bounce back and the prefecture website appears to be unavailable! Does anyone know...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Nov 2017, 16:30
Replies: 15
Views: 3,733
Posted By Baldegret

I'm sure it's been discussed before, but I would...

I'm sure it's been discussed before, but I would find it very helpful if someone knowledgeable could post an update explaining what systems are available today. I'm particularly interested in...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Nov 2017, 11:22
Replies: 501
Views: 163,123
Posted By Baldegret

The Devonshire Arms at Bolton Abbey would be a...

The Devonshire Arms at Bolton Abbey would be a scenic and not too long flight from Manchester. It's an extremely helicopter friendly place with a concrete pad as well as plenty of grass. The food...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Nov 2016, 17:49
Replies: 230
Views: 73,386
Posted By Baldegret

Thanks 212Man. Interesting reading.

Thanks 212Man. Interesting reading.
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Nov 2016, 08:35
Replies: 230
Views: 73,386
Posted By Baldegret

Gordy, I'd be interested to see an example of a...

Gordy, I'd be interested to see an example of a FRaT. Sounds like something us private pilots could usefully adapt and adopt.
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Sep 2016, 10:37
Replies: 172
Views: 50,281
Posted By Baldegret

Possible legislative action on its way in this...

Possible legislative action on its way in this area:
Fake military heroes would face jail under proposed 'Walter Mitty' law...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Sep 2016, 10:10
Replies: 18
Views: 6,212
Posted By Baldegret

Straight over the top of my house yesterday...

Straight over the top of my house yesterday afternoon. Heard them before I saw them, of course. A pleasant way to end the week.
Forum: Private Flying
25th Aug 2016, 08:53
Replies: 28
Views: 5,095
Posted By Baldegret

In a helicopter - different rules apply...

In a helicopter - different rules apply...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Aug 2016, 07:19
Replies: 28
Views: 5,095
Posted By Baldegret

Transit

I've never been refused a transit and every time have found Thames Radar and LCY Tower to be extremely helpful and accommodating. As always, be prepared to fly accurately and anticipate the need to...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Aug 2016, 15:09
Replies: 18
Views: 3,515
Posted By Baldegret

Overheating IPad

Not a Skydemon issue directly, but I have twice had my IPad Mini shut down due to overheating while running Skydemon. This happened in France in the summer and cockpit teperature was high because of...
Forum: Private Flying
31st May 2016, 18:00
Replies: 7
Views: 2,248
Posted By Baldegret

Thanks DP. That makes sense. Sounds like we're...

Thanks DP. That makes sense. Sounds like we're going to be ducking below it then whenever necessary.
Forum: Private Flying
31st May 2016, 13:50
Replies: 7
Views: 2,248
Posted By Baldegret

Euro 2016 French Airspace Restrictions

Notams in France for the period of Euro 2016 show many restrictions such as this one for Lyons TMA:

RESTRICTIONS OF USE DURING EURO 2016:
- VFR FORBIDDEN WITHIN TMA LYON CLASS C D TMA
- VFR...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
27th May 2015, 12:34
Replies: 4
Views: 1,626
Posted By Baldegret

Dell XPS, Windows 8 and external monitor - random cursor movements and clicks

Has anyone any idea about this. Whenever I plug my XPS into an external monitor I get half an hour to an hour of erratic and random cursor movements and clicks. These start and stop randomly and...
Forum: Private Flying
27th May 2015, 07:48
Replies: 47
Views: 10,019
Posted By Baldegret

Blackpool is a complete nonsense these days and I...

Blackpool is a complete nonsense these days and I can only assume it is actively trying to dissuade GA. Not only do you now require PPR even if you are a Blackpool based aircraft (why?!), but ATC...
Forum: Private Flying
26th May 2015, 07:25
Replies: 3
Views: 1,399
Posted By Baldegret

Thanks to you both - very helpful replies. We...

Thanks to you both - very helpful replies. We had a great weekend pootling about Northern France.
Forum: Private Flying
21st May 2015, 07:41
Replies: 3
Views: 1,399
Posted By Baldegret

French TMAs Activated By NOTAM

No responses in Rotorheads so I thought I would post in Private Flying as well - :

It's been a few years since I've flown to France but am hoping to do so this weekend - weather permitting. I will...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th May 2015, 07:44
Replies: 0
Views: 971
Posted By Baldegret

French TMAs activated by NOTAM

It's been a few years since I've flown to France but am hoping to do so this weekend - weather permitting. I will route via Jersey and then plan to tour around Normandy and Picardy.

I see there...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Jan 2015, 12:12
Replies: 6
Views: 2,549
Posted By Baldegret

R44 North West England

I imagine those who knew him will be aware that Phil Durkin passed away unexpectedly at the end of last year. A decent and generous guy who will be missed by many, both in the aviation community and...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Jun 2014, 09:15
Replies: 10
Views: 1,697
Posted By Baldegret

Private sites in Spain

Is anyone aware of any update or change to the position set out in this thread a few years ago? Hoping to fly to a friend's house in a few months time but I'm struggling to find an authoritative...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th May 2012, 07:11
Replies: 8
Views: 1,515
Posted By Baldegret

Thanks for your suggestions. Wind advisory...

Thanks for your suggestions. Wind advisory noted. We are heading off this afternoon and will probably refuel at Eaglescott. If we get any good pics I'll post them here on our return...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th May 2012, 12:44
Replies: 8
Views: 1,515
Posted By Baldegret

North Cornwall/Devon This Weekend

It's looking set fair and we thought a flight down to Cornwall/Devon on Saturday with an overnight stop and return to Lancashire on Sunday afternoon might be fun.

Any ideas or suggestions from...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Jul 2011, 06:54
Replies: 11
Views: 1,286
Posted By Baldegret

Fantastic restaurant at the flying club there. ...

Fantastic restaurant at the flying club there. Under an awning overlooking the runway and apron. Excellent food and service and some very interesting patrons - last time we were there we fell into...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Jun 2011, 09:45
Replies: 2
Views: 1,224
Posted By Baldegret

“The instructor stated that, although he was...

“The instructor stated that, although he was aware of the bush, he incorrectly assessed its position and distance from the tail rotor. The bush has been trimmed.”

You couldn’t make it up!
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Sep 2010, 05:12
Replies: 501
Views: 163,123
Posted By Baldegret

The Island of Gigha (East of Islay) has a small...

The Island of Gigha (East of Islay) has a small grass field. But when we visited earlier this year the Gigha Hotel invited us to land on the grass directly in front of the hotel. Good approaches...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Sep 2010, 14:21
Replies: 519
Views: 60,488
Posted By Baldegret

Football at Old Trafford Tonight

Big game apparently (kick-off at 7.45 pm) which will probably clog up the roads in the area of Barton. May be wise to leave a bit of extra time if you're driving in....
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Aug 2010, 12:44
Replies: 889
Views: 333,543
Posted By Baldegret

Apologies if this is elsewhere (I have had a...

Apologies if this is elsewhere (I have had a search but can't immediately find it). I understand ex-mil Permit aircraft are restricted in terms of operating outside the UK. I can see that...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th May 2010, 08:16
Replies: 0
Views: 759
Posted By Baldegret

Glyndebourne Opera Tickets

Possibly a bit off-topic, but I have 4 tickets for Cosi Fan Tutte at Glyndebourne on Friday 4th June which we can't now use. The opera is sold out, but before I return them for the box office to...
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