Gee guys, I'm humbled by all the positive responses, and am proud to be part of such a caring community that is Microlighters! vhpy Well, I'm going to take things one step at a time. I'll start by booking an hour with an instructor at Rhino Park next weekend, and take it from there. Even if it's an ...

Thanks again guys. The feedback is really helping put things into a different perspective. I can't ask these kind of questions anywhere else, as we all share this passion called flying, and frankly anyone who does not know flying would just give me simple advice of changing hobbies! :evil: Blue Max,...

Thanks for the input guys. salem is right. I should be lucky to be alive today, and I'm grateful for it. I guess it comes down to 2 things: 1) Confidence / ability 2) Financial matters Both are weighing heavily on my reasoning to quit my dream. At the time I got my license (sorry, it was in Septembe...

After reading a few related threads and after considering my dilemma, I thought I'd pose this question, as I feel I'm at a crossroad :( So, when do you have to decide its time to pack it all in and realize that dreams & reality don't always mix, despite the level of motivation? I persued my dream of...

Hi Guys, Have just finished my training and qualified as an NPL Pilot with a WCM rating. I was told that they do not issue you a seperate Radio Licence anymore and that this is now attached to your Pilots licence. What happens when I want to buy a radio? In the old days they asked for a copy of the...

Congrats!

Well done!

I'd also like to know.
Apparently the whole seat frame & fuel tank needs to change?

well done guys! They kept you in suspense for long, but I'm sure it was worth it!

See you in the air!

Noel

Well Done Corne'!

May your flying always be filled with blue skies and good weather!

See you in the air!

Noel

I'd love to join, but it depends on finances.
Had a little oopsie in my plane followed by my car's engine seizing in December, so we'll see when and if I can get funds together to get them both fixed
Love to join though!

I've got video footage of the SA champs held in Heidelberg that I'm in the process of editing. I'll try to get some small clips together and post the Youtube links here. I must say, I was unimpressed at those landings from the world champs (based on the footage) in comparison to our local boys in th...

Happy New year everyone! Lets make 2011 a safe year for flying!