flight from potgietersrus to louis trichardt
Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2012 1:04 pm
I took my trike on the trailer down to potties last week for his anual service and renewal of my license. I decided to fly it back to louis trichard this morning, and what a great experience it was! the total flight was 2hours and 30 min cruising at 48 miles an hour.I got in the air at 6:15 this morning and landed at ltt 8:45. The first hour and a half in the air was great with no wind and offered fantastic flying at 1000 ft agl.The wind then picked up to 10 knots and I had my hands full the rest of the way. I am glad that i practised flying in windy conditions because the last hour I had to realy fight the plain while also keep track of direction.I have to admit that when the wind throws you around like that it gets a bit scary up there, I gues the only thing you can do is to stay calm,hold on to the bar and fight the wind. when it came to the landing I decided to come in low with a lot of power on till the wheels touched the ground. I have to thank all the guys posting on the forum,your advise definately helps me to enjoy flying and to stay safe in the air.With 75hours in a trike I feel much more experienced and confident after this flight.cheers
