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Post by AlanB on May 6, 2006 1:27:15 GMT -5
and completed a GFT to prove that he can actually fly. Which he obviously can't otherwise he wouldn't have flown straight into a hotel! I presume his passenger was a volunteer but what about the people in the hotel. It was a miracle no one else was hurt it was packed out and people where coming in and out all the time. Nice photos Squatter but wouldn't the one of the clouds be much better without the Maccano in the way? Like if it was taken from the window of a propper aircraft? I have enjoyed flying before I got bored with it. I wouldn't then increase the danger to bring back the interest. I can understand that it could in some perverse way be enjoyable but at what point do we say your pleasure causes too much danger to others? After all wasn't that why they banned handguns? The perceived danger to others. That is not to mention the disruption to your nice quiet day when one of these things starts buzzing around. Madcaster what size shot would you recomend? Cheers, Alan.
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Post by "Squatter" on May 6, 2006 3:53:23 GMT -5
Hey Alan, I can't comment on this incident as I was not there to witness the events. However, accidents do happen in all forms of aviation, and in general life too. What I can say is the pilot was covered (mandatory) by Insurance as was his passenger. And the CAA will be investigating the incident to the fullest extent. A proper aircraft? - well I guess this is defined entirely by your own point of view, I have flown (as pilot) many forms of aircraft and each is unique - when I get bored with one I simply pursue another. Meccano set - maybe, perhaps you may enjoy this view more ....................................... In case your wondering - those are my boots - as seen from my point of view in my Paraglider, while doing a small cross country of 90 miles.......... In your flying activities have you ever reached out, and (physically) touched the clouds? if not, don't condemn others that have............. The same can be said about many other things - like cars and motor bikes - I bet there have been more innocent people killed by these lethal tools,than by having aircraft fall on their heads. At the end of the day, everyone is entitled to pursue sports or hobbies of their choice, as long as they are capable and have received adequate training - or would you prefer the Nanny state to ban anything that they, or you perceive to be slightly dodgy............................................. Keep on smiling Mike
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Post by fishgb on May 6, 2006 7:24:49 GMT -5
I seem to remember a column written by Steve Parton in which he described an angler who used a microlite to go fishing. His rod was loaded inside the wing's tubular frame and everything else needed was in his waistcoat. The microlite allowed him to get between home and reservoir over the traffic, and I have to say that has great appeal. If I remember correctly the angler was Arthur Cove of "My Way With Trout" fame. Of course, the column could have been in the April edition of the mag, and I've been caught. Russ Nope, not April fool, I understand that Arthur Cove did indeed migrate to microlites - I also believe he fished rarely following his conversion. gb
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actinsley
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Post by actinsley on May 9, 2006 6:06:23 GMT -5
I'm learning to fly at the moment and it's great fun. In a Cessna 172 rather than a microlight; one factor Jay didn't mention was a microlight isn't much use if you are overweight. It's just as expensive as Jay says especially as you should read £s for each one of his US dollars. I'll soon be ready for my first solo; will it compare with my first salmon or indeed my first sex....?
Once I get my PPL I very much doubt I'll be able to use it much to go fishing or attend fishing meetings, as British weather makes Visual Flight Rules very restricting.
I thought about a float plane to take me up to the Spey, but I suspect SEPA wouldn't be very keen about landing on one of the long pools at Wester Elchies!
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Post by Hambo on May 9, 2006 14:39:02 GMT -5
I was flying mad as a youngster and even spent a year doing my PPL in a Cessna 150 at Biggin Hill.
At first learning to take off, touch down, correct a spin and navigate across country seemed really glamorous, but I came to realise that it was just another form of transport and is actually quite boring, so gave it up.
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Post by sagerod on May 9, 2006 17:27:10 GMT -5
my mates dad was killed in his......
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Post by Gander on May 9, 2006 18:12:48 GMT -5
I've got a friend who is a microlight pilot. I'll ask him why next time I see him Spoke to him today. He says he does it because he is daft. Basically he does it for the thrill. It is cheaper and easier than getting a full pilots licence, but what motivates him is the kick he gets out of taking the Microlight to places he would not be allowed to take a plane. He tells me that "As long as you remember how dangerous it is, it becomes safe". He is right. He is daft. He also mentioned that the Kelso pilot is going to have the book thrown at him.
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