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Contents Listing - Articles & Features in this issue
EDITORIAL
NEWS
Lancair finds funding - production to restart, PFA Rally moves to Kemble, Microlight merger - Pegasus & Mainair join forces, Polly Vacher - Wings Around The World II, New four-seater proposed by Aviat, First flight - Eurocopter 'All Weather Helicopter', First UK PA-28 diesel conversion, Beriev SA-20P rolled out, Yak 50s NOT grounded - despite rumours to the contrary, New FAI award for women aviators, Turbine-sustained glider, FAA imposes photo ID rule for pilots. PLUS more news from AOPA Expo 2002, some major event dates for 2003 and our regular G-NEWS section.
Flight Test - Grob G115E Tutor
As the earth and sky pirouetted precisely around the spinner I checked the roll with opposite aileron and then levelled the top of the cowling with the horizon. "And that," said Squadron Leader Steve Stanton," is a much better way to do a barrel roll." Dave Unwin tries out a Royal Air Force Tutor.
MET - Irksome Ice
Malcolm Payne addresses the question of icing and its effect on aircraft operations.
Technical - Ice Protection Systems
Jerry Parr explains the main types of anti/ice and de-ice systems and concludes that prevention is better than cure!
Troubled Times Ahead
EASA, a new European authority, is on the way - what effect will it have on GA Nigel Everett presents a dark picture, plus views from AOPA, PFA and BMAA.
Medical - Ears in the Sky
ENT Consultant Roger Gray provides advice on why pilots need to take care of their ears.
From Garage to Sky
Microlight pilot Steve Elsbury shares the trials and tribulations of building an Air Creation Kiss 400.
de Havilland Support
The creation of de Havilland Support Ltd in 2000 was a vital step in ensuring the continued welfare of veteran DH aircraft around the world. Steve Bridgewater travelled to its Duxford home to speak to CEO Bill Taylor.
Christmas Gifts for Aviators, Part 2
Still looking for that Christmas gift Try these four pages of ideas containing something to suit every taste and pocket.
Navigation - Understanding and using VOR
The over-reliance on GPS is leading many pilots to ignore radio beacons such as VOR - and yet these are valuable both for en route navigation and airfield approaches.
Flight Test - Silence - the microlight Spitfire
Jochen Ewald evaluates this fascinating German microlight.
Out and About
This month the team reports from fly-ins and events at Leicester, Popham, Old Warden, Shipdham, Rougham, Turweston, Nuthampstead and Fenland.
Training - Climbing and Cruising
The initial phase of any trip is a safe climb away from the airfield and settling down in the cruise. How do you set up a cruise - Power Fuel Attitude
Letters
NOTAMs, Mode C, Hunters and Strikemasters, crop circles and more in this round-up of reader input.
Going Places - Norfolk
In response to reader feedback we have introduced a variation on our popular Going Places series, focussing on an area (county) rather than one single airfield. First up is Norfolk, a county with a rich aviation heritage that dates back to World War One and an even richer historical heritage.
Today's Pilot at AOPA Expo 2002
The AOPA USA organised Expo 2002 took place in the desert resort town of Palm Springs, California, between October 24-26. Today's Pilot flew out to experience one the highlights of the GA calendar.
Flight Safety
AAIB and CHIRP
Flight Test - Zlin Z.526 Trener-Master
Zlins have always enjoyed a reputation as fine aerobatic aircraft. Clive Davidson flies the classic Z.526.
NEWS
Lancair finds funding - production to restart, PFA Rally moves to Kemble, Microlight merger - Pegasus & Mainair join forces, Polly Vacher - Wings Around The World II, New four-seater proposed by Aviat, First flight - Eurocopter 'All Weather Helicopter', First UK PA-28 diesel conversion, Beriev SA-20P rolled out, Yak 50s NOT grounded - despite rumours to the contrary, New FAI award for women aviators, Turbine-sustained glider, FAA imposes photo ID rule for pilots. PLUS more news from AOPA Expo 2002, some major event dates for 2003 and our regular G-NEWS section.
Flight Test - Grob G115E Tutor
As the earth and sky pirouetted precisely around the spinner I checked the roll with opposite aileron and then levelled the top of the cowling with the horizon. "And that," said Squadron Leader Steve Stanton," is a much better way to do a barrel roll." Dave Unwin tries out a Royal Air Force Tutor.
MET - Irksome Ice
Malcolm Payne addresses the question of icing and its effect on aircraft operations.
Technical - Ice Protection Systems
Jerry Parr explains the main types of anti/ice and de-ice systems and concludes that prevention is better than cure!
Troubled Times Ahead
EASA, a new European authority, is on the way - what effect will it have on GA Nigel Everett presents a dark picture, plus views from AOPA, PFA and BMAA.
Medical - Ears in the Sky
ENT Consultant Roger Gray provides advice on why pilots need to take care of their ears.
From Garage to Sky
Microlight pilot Steve Elsbury shares the trials and tribulations of building an Air Creation Kiss 400.
de Havilland Support
The creation of de Havilland Support Ltd in 2000 was a vital step in ensuring the continued welfare of veteran DH aircraft around the world. Steve Bridgewater travelled to its Duxford home to speak to CEO Bill Taylor.
Christmas Gifts for Aviators, Part 2
Still looking for that Christmas gift Try these four pages of ideas containing something to suit every taste and pocket.
Navigation - Understanding and using VOR
The over-reliance on GPS is leading many pilots to ignore radio beacons such as VOR - and yet these are valuable both for en route navigation and airfield approaches.
Flight Test - Silence - the microlight Spitfire
Jochen Ewald evaluates this fascinating German microlight.
Out and About
This month the team reports from fly-ins and events at Leicester, Popham, Old Warden, Shipdham, Rougham, Turweston, Nuthampstead and Fenland.
Training - Climbing and Cruising
The initial phase of any trip is a safe climb away from the airfield and settling down in the cruise. How do you set up a cruise - Power Fuel Attitude
Letters
NOTAMs, Mode C, Hunters and Strikemasters, crop circles and more in this round-up of reader input.
Going Places - Norfolk
In response to reader feedback we have introduced a variation on our popular Going Places series, focussing on an area (county) rather than one single airfield. First up is Norfolk, a county with a rich aviation heritage that dates back to World War One and an even richer historical heritage.
Today's Pilot at AOPA Expo 2002
The AOPA USA organised Expo 2002 took place in the desert resort town of Palm Springs, California, between October 24-26. Today's Pilot flew out to experience one the highlights of the GA calendar.
Flight Safety
AAIB and CHIRP
Flight Test - Zlin Z.526 Trener-Master
Zlins have always enjoyed a reputation as fine aerobatic aircraft. Clive Davidson flies the classic Z.526.
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