April 16th saw the running of the biannual Barossa Airshow at Rowland Flat Airfield. There were numerous challenges both for the organisers and for me with my Chipmunk serviceability. I was due to lead a formation of 4 vintage aircraft … Read More
For the first time in more than 3 years the South Australian Aviation Museum held an Open Cockpit and Engine Run day last Sunday. As a volunteer there I was tasked with providing tours through the cockpit of the DHC-4 … Read More
Steve Nelson is holidaying overseas until the 7th of February and I have been asked to write this month’s news. The Spring that wasn’t has suddenly, and happily, changed into a very aviation friendly Summer. This should give us all … Read More
It’s official. La Nina is not my friend! The continuing inclement weather over south eastern Australia has wreaked havoc, with widespread flooding and major river levels continuing to rise. As aviators it means fewer opportunities for VFR flying and many … Read More
Article submitted by Andrew Hogarth FYI I would like to raise awareness to a few basic facts that are a must especially when we are operating an aircraft below 500 feet AGL. Unfortunately the result of inattention or simply not … Read More
September’s Bunnings BBQ fundraiser was a big success. After many years Bunnings have finally allowed a price increase on the sausages which substantially improved the bottom line. We need not have worried about a drop in sales due higher prices … Read More
Spring has arrived. How can I tell? Because my aircraft windscreen is covered in bugs. That’s why our aircraft are called bug smashers! Anyway, they wash off easily enough and now we can look forward to more aviation friendly weather … Read More
Not a lot for me to report this month as I have spent a significant chunk of it escaping to the warmer climate of Far North Queensland. Therefore I will need to rely on the input of others. Last weekend … Read More
