Australian Flying March-April 2015 heralds the exciting Australian International Airshow, delves into the proliferation of RA-Aus aircraft at aero clubs, subjects the editor to formation flying training, examines the Jacobson Flare and heaps more. All of this is wrapped in a cover adorned by a stunning John Absolon photo of a veteran Cherokee 140.
Shelley Ross is back from a mammoth safari across the north that left out very few of the country's iconic fly-away destinations. She gives us the tips needed to follow in her slipstream.
With Avalon upon us, Phil Smart preview the six-day show and unveils some of the world's greatest air show performers that are headlining at the Australian International Airshow.
Two countries; two flight reviews. The difference between flying in Australia and flying in New Zealand has been a hot topic in the aviation industry, and Paul Southwick tells the story of being subjected to flight reviews in both countries.
Steve Hitchen buckles to encouragement from some flying mates and leaps into a formation flying endorsement. He reports on the highs and lows of learning how to cling to another aeroplane only a wingspan away.
Australia's aero clubs are going through a transition in fleet planning. Paul Reynolds examines the industry and finds a definite trend towards Light Sport Aircraft. Does this mean the end for the traditional GA trainers at the local airport?
There is probably not a pilot in the world that can't tell you the story of their first solo flight. Jim Davis reveals there is a lot more to this momentous occasion than we remember, and offers some good oil to the instructors that play an important role on the day.
David Jacobson has spent the past 30 years trying to change the way landing is taught. Steve Hitchen spends time in the air with the man and finds out the Jacobson Flare is much more than just a fancy iPad app.
The person in the right-hand seat is on their very first flight in a GA plane. Is it just a matter of you flying the plane like you do every other time? Steve Hitchen shares 12 hot tips from the aviation industry on how to make sure the first-timer finishes the flight ecstatic.
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