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Contents Listing - Articles & Features in this issue
News
First Flights - Lambert Mission M212 & Comp Air Jet, Important Changes to East Mids Air Space, The Race For Space is On, FAA Sport Pilot is Go! CAA Looks at Single European Sky, CAA & Cranfield University Centre of Excellence, Cessna's 150,000th Single, New Garmin GPS, EASA Approval for Extra 500, BBGA Launched, Glass for the Masses, American Champion Chooses Superior Vantage Engine, Bruce Fails in 50K Quest, Cessna 172 Goes Glass, UK Success in Microlight Champs. PFA Approval for Kolb Mk III Xtra, Cirrus Launches SR20-G2 and SRV-G2.
G-NEWS
The latest additions and deletions from the UK Civil Register
Flight Test
Dyn-Aero MCR01 Ban-Bi
Billed as 'the fastest microlight in the world', the Ban-Bi also has a reputation for having 'interesting' stall characteristics. Dave Unwin flies both the ULA and short-span VLA versions of this very impressive aircraft.
People & Their Planes - A Very Special Stearman
Experienced PT-17 pilot Alan Lopez has recently added a much earlier Stearman 4E to his collection. Steve Bridgewater speaks to Alan and the aircraft's restorers - the Posey brothers.
Out & About and Diary Dates
What's on and where, along with reviews of events at North Weald, Duxford, Old Warden and Stoke Golding.
Going Places - Oxford
Oxford Airport has never really been considered a popular fly-out destination, but the airfield operators are trying to change that with a a^'5 landing fee and excellent amenities - as Steve Bridgewater discovered.
Weather School
Weather Watching - A Forecaster's 'Lot'
Weather Consultancy Services' Simon Keeling gives an insight into the trials and tribulations of being an aviation weather forecaster.
Owning & Operating a Mainair Blade 582
When 'Max' Maxwell was given a voucher for a trial lesson in microlighting, he was apprehensive and put off the flight for ten months. But from that first flight he has been hooked on the sport - as he tells Steve Beebee.
Vintage Aircraft Club
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the Vintage Aircraft Club is a haven for owners, pilots and fans of vintage and classic light aircraft - as Jo Mitchell discovers.
Letters
Pilot Portrait - Miles Hilton-Barber Despite being blind for the last 25 years, Miles Hilton-Barber has broken altitude records in a microlight, flown a microlight across the Channel and will shortly be microlighting from London to Sydney, Australia, to raise funds for charity. He talks to Steve Beebee about his adventures to date and his plans for the future.
Today's Pilot at Farnborough
The team reports from Hampshire on this year's show.
Sport Pilot & the NPPL - Transatlantic Cousins Compared
They are both designed to attract newcomers into sport aviation but how do the UK NPPL and US Sport Pilot Certificate compare Rob Cooper investigates.
Technical
A Brief History of Aero-Engines
In the first of a new series, Jerry Parr examines the evolution of the aircraft engine.
Camping at the PFA Rally Dave Unwin eavesdrops on Lady Bracknell, Lady Gatwick and Oscar Milde at the 2004 PFA rally.
Bush Craft
Teaching Helicopter Pilots How to Fly in the Outback
On the edge of Australia's outback, a helicopter training college is giving local and overseas students some real experience in bush flying. Martin Bass joined a committed troop of trainees and instructors for a week to sample the thrills and challenges presented by a unique flying environment.
Flight Safety The latest reports from the AAIB
Flight Test, Schleicher ASW 28-18 E
Jochen Ewald finds this 'sustainer'-engined version of Schleicher's superb 18m sailplane a perfect companion to its un-powered stablemates.
First Flights - Lambert Mission M212 & Comp Air Jet, Important Changes to East Mids Air Space, The Race For Space is On, FAA Sport Pilot is Go! CAA Looks at Single European Sky, CAA & Cranfield University Centre of Excellence, Cessna's 150,000th Single, New Garmin GPS, EASA Approval for Extra 500, BBGA Launched, Glass for the Masses, American Champion Chooses Superior Vantage Engine, Bruce Fails in 50K Quest, Cessna 172 Goes Glass, UK Success in Microlight Champs. PFA Approval for Kolb Mk III Xtra, Cirrus Launches SR20-G2 and SRV-G2.
G-NEWS
The latest additions and deletions from the UK Civil Register
Flight Test
Dyn-Aero MCR01 Ban-Bi
Billed as 'the fastest microlight in the world', the Ban-Bi also has a reputation for having 'interesting' stall characteristics. Dave Unwin flies both the ULA and short-span VLA versions of this very impressive aircraft.
People & Their Planes - A Very Special Stearman
Experienced PT-17 pilot Alan Lopez has recently added a much earlier Stearman 4E to his collection. Steve Bridgewater speaks to Alan and the aircraft's restorers - the Posey brothers.
Out & About and Diary Dates
What's on and where, along with reviews of events at North Weald, Duxford, Old Warden and Stoke Golding.
Going Places - Oxford
Oxford Airport has never really been considered a popular fly-out destination, but the airfield operators are trying to change that with a a^'5 landing fee and excellent amenities - as Steve Bridgewater discovered.
Weather School
Weather Watching - A Forecaster's 'Lot'
Weather Consultancy Services' Simon Keeling gives an insight into the trials and tribulations of being an aviation weather forecaster.
Owning & Operating a Mainair Blade 582
When 'Max' Maxwell was given a voucher for a trial lesson in microlighting, he was apprehensive and put off the flight for ten months. But from that first flight he has been hooked on the sport - as he tells Steve Beebee.
Vintage Aircraft Club
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the Vintage Aircraft Club is a haven for owners, pilots and fans of vintage and classic light aircraft - as Jo Mitchell discovers.
Letters
Pilot Portrait - Miles Hilton-Barber Despite being blind for the last 25 years, Miles Hilton-Barber has broken altitude records in a microlight, flown a microlight across the Channel and will shortly be microlighting from London to Sydney, Australia, to raise funds for charity. He talks to Steve Beebee about his adventures to date and his plans for the future.
Today's Pilot at Farnborough
The team reports from Hampshire on this year's show.
Sport Pilot & the NPPL - Transatlantic Cousins Compared
They are both designed to attract newcomers into sport aviation but how do the UK NPPL and US Sport Pilot Certificate compare Rob Cooper investigates.
Technical
A Brief History of Aero-Engines
In the first of a new series, Jerry Parr examines the evolution of the aircraft engine.
Camping at the PFA Rally Dave Unwin eavesdrops on Lady Bracknell, Lady Gatwick and Oscar Milde at the 2004 PFA rally.
Bush Craft
Teaching Helicopter Pilots How to Fly in the Outback
On the edge of Australia's outback, a helicopter training college is giving local and overseas students some real experience in bush flying. Martin Bass joined a committed troop of trainees and instructors for a week to sample the thrills and challenges presented by a unique flying environment.
Flight Safety The latest reports from the AAIB
Flight Test, Schleicher ASW 28-18 E
Jochen Ewald finds this 'sustainer'-engined version of Schleicher's superb 18m sailplane a perfect companion to its un-powered stablemates.
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