Some formation flying

[Tailspin]

Yes it is a drilling rig of sorts - But it is not upside down - the Legs actually are dropped once at location - ( according to my brother in-law who is a prof diver)

[Fairy Flycatcher]

We have pretty strict rules about flying flips from our Airfield. Low flying, steep stalls, high climb-out after take-off, tight formation (except in dead calm for a few seconds to take a photo)

But occasionally the guys get carried away. I normally through my toys out the cot when I see anything I perceive as reckless, but as I am mostly at the airfield, and the flying is mostly at the coast, I don't see too much.

One of our instructors got caught out good and proper though. We received an e-mail with attached photos. Thanking us soooo much for the great flight. Low level was great.

Notice the altimeter if you can. It reads - 100' !!!. So not only on the wrong QNH, but flying bloody low as well.


Needless to say, disciplinary action followed, but it was absolutely hilarious to see his face when presented by the evidence :D :D

[krusty]

I have to admit, I've been about that alt on the North Coast beaches as well...popping up to go over a fisherman's line. Fortunately, I trust that specific pilot a HELL of a lot and it was more over the sand where you're a little safer from freak waves.

[kb]

Needless to say, disciplinary action followed, but it was absolutely hilarious to see his face when presented by the evidence :D :D

And, telling from the little bit of blue on the sleeve, I know EXATLY who it is.

[Fairy Flycatcher]

l...popping up to go over a fisherman's line.

One of our social pilots popped over a fisherman's line just in time to see the sinker from the next one heading his way. He said it grew big in slow motion before it hit his goggles and cut his face.

When he landed Zwelake (our plane pusher, re-fueler and general flying expert) noticed that the prop had a whole roll of fishing line on wrapped around the hub

Now that is a story about "the big one which got away" that no-one will ever believe

[krusty]

[DarkHelmet]

Hehe,

a bit off topic - i just noticed Krusty's new avatar... nice

Is the handy andy working? How long is the sentence?

[Morph]

Hehe,

a bit off topic - i just noticed Krusty's new avatar... nice

Is the handy andy working? How long is the sentence?

No it's Krusty trying to push the boundaries :D :D

We have pretty strict rules about flying flips from our Airfield. Low flying, steep stalls, high climb-out after take-off, tight formation (except in dead calm for a few seconds to take a photo)

FF you need these rules, you are running a training school. It would be impossible to get the guys at our airfield to agree to abide by these at Morning Star.

[Fairy Flycatcher]

FF you need these rules, you are running a training school. It would be impossible to get the guys at our airfield to agree to abide by these at Morning Star.

Just didn't want to create the impression that we condone naughty flying :D

[Red Baron]

Is this formation flying

Anyway thought you guys & gals would enjoy the pic

[Fairy Flycatcher]

Reminded me of this one

[ICEMAN]

On page 2, Morph made comment about Krusty`s avatar "pushing the boundries"...

Judging by the look on his face he is definately pushing something..... how did he get his name anyway

[krusty]

On page 2, Morph made comment about Krusty`s avatar "pushing the boundries"...

Judging by the look on his face he is definately pushing something..... how did he get his name anyway

That my friend, is a well kept secret

[ACE]

That my friend, is a well kept secret

Remember the Schweppes advert:

"Ssccchhhh you know who"

[Tailspin]

Guys

I had a meeting the other night about Next years EAA airshow - and i was offered to give any help for some formation flying that could take place and the safety office for the airshow is very willing to give any sort of help he can. I will post his details as soon as i remember what i have done with his B/Card and the rest of the stuff i got.