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Aircraft on the runway have right of way... so if you are intending to make an approach either allow time for them to take off by extending your downwind or base leg or consider going around if you are too close to the final approach. And... if you are coming in behind someone who has called a 'full-stop' be sure to allow enough time for them to land and back track on the runway (if appropriate) before your approach.

Aldinga (YADG) now have right hand circuits on RWY 18, 21 and 26 effective as of 1st Feb 2012 and PERMANENT - If you check your area 50 NOTAMS it's mentioned in there.

Check out your January edition of the Sport Pilot Magazine and read my latest article on page 40 - Airspace, Kilmore Gap and Point Cook - Touring Victoria or read the full unedited version.

Flying the Coorong - Brett Vaughan from Goolwa has made himself famous - check out the article and vote in the poll - let's keep the skies safe!

How does the hot weather affect our flying? As hot air rises you will encounter thermals and the ride up there can be a little bumpy at times. Remember land heats quicker than water... so if flying near both you may encounter some 'speed bumps' as you fly over rivers or fly near a coastline. As you get closer to the ground with the undulations in the surrounding landscape... you may encounter bumpy circuits... be prepared and keep your hand on the throttle. Remember "Power is your friend!" Fly the landing, don't SINK into it. Make your choices wisely, get out there and keep having fun.

Electronic Flight Bags (EFB) - The future of flying. Are you considering using your iPad or iPhone for in-flight navigation? Check out what CASA has to say about it in Project OS 11/30 - 31 Aug 2011

There are a couple of really good articles in the latest Flight Safety Magazine Australia about radio, being heard, listening and airmanship along with a 101 checklist... I've added them under Articles of Interest on the Stories page.

CASA Flight Planning Kit - Earlier in the year CASA released the Flight Planning Kit for pilots operating to the visual flight rules (VFR) - The kit, which has been very popular, has been reviewed and it has been decided to withdraw the flight planning notepad and time in your tanks card. While the information contained in the notepad and on the card is not incorrect, they do not include some items that will fully assist pilots when managing their fuel. CASA recommends pilots do not use the flight planning notepad and the time in your tanks card issued earlier this year. Please dispose of these elements of the flight planning kit. The rest of the kit may continue to be used - 16 Nov 2011.

I know when I began learning to fly, radio calls were initially difficult to remember, so I put together a one page sheet that I used and have since passed on to a number of my students... it's now also available on the Training page - but check with your instructor to confirm your area and circuit calls especially if you have right hand circuits and are not able to join mid-field crosswind.

'Dipstick' article published in October Sport Pilot - 7/10/2011 The RA-Aus Technical Manager Steve Bell, requests readers to disregard the 'Dipstick' article published in October Sport Pilot; see the comments on the RA-Aus Notice Board

Read about Kev's 5 week outback safari covering a lot of Australia's airspace - I think he covered every state in Australia (except Tassy). It's an inspiring story with great experiences and awesome photos. This is what flying is all about. He also broke the record for the greatest distance flown for trophy recovery - a record previously held by EB McCormack for 19 years. Well done Kev!

Also if you get the chance and happen to be in Victoria, take a trip to the Point Cook (Vic) RAAF museum... well worth the trip... plus read my latest story.

Currently instructing out of Goolwa (YGWA)... so come and see me when you get the chance... by appointment at this stage... ring Ed Herring 0408 787 018 to book and confirm. Time for some fun in the J230 and the Evektor SportStar. Also for a more relaxed experience, the opportunity to fly in an Aerochute. There are many sights and local tourist attractions to see... including the Bluff, Victor Harbor, Granite Island, the Coorong and the Murray Mouth from the air. Whales are often sighted off the coastline and near the Murray Mouth so that's another good reason to come for a fly soon - remember to bring your camera.

If you enjoy this site, let others know. If you have something to contribute, then let me know. My aim is for pilots and passengers who love flying to share their stories and escapades, along with listing places where we can fly with good accommodation, transport, food and activities nearby... so we can be social and participate in activities once we arrive at our chosen airfield.

RIP Agnele Podlesak 28/1/12 and Rob Morgan 29/1/12 (service to be held at YMBD).

Universally 2012 translates to a Number 5 year. This means time for self-expression, freedom... time to get away and do the things you want to. If you have spent 2011 getting your foundations in order, then 2012 is time to enjoy the fruits of your labour... If you haven't laid the ground work... work quickly!

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