Your copy of the March-April 2013 issue of Australian Flying is at the newsagent now just waiting for you to go and buy it. This issue represents even greater value for money than normal with 92 pages covering just about aspect of general aviation. There’s training, avionics, maintenance, destinations, airports, insurance … the lot!
Here’s how we filled this bumper magazine.
*Destinations: Going Troppo – In her latest endeavour, Shelley Ross ventures north to the tip of Australia and experiences the delights of Cairns, Cooktown and Haggerstone Island, with a side trip to the Old Station near Raglan.
*An Age Old Problem – Whilst CASA is making noise about the ageing GA fleet, Australia’s aviation underwriters are not quite as worried. Steve Hitchen goes exploring to find out why they are so laid back.
*Countdown to Avalon – It’s on again! The biggest air show in Australia returns to Avalon, with a line-up of aeroplanes and performers to rival the best. Ken Evers walks us through the highlights and stars of the 2013 Australian International Airshow.
*Master of all he Displays – Every air show needs a firm, controlling hand by someone who has the experience and smarts to get it done. Geoff Brindle is the man that makes Avalon tick, and he spares time to talk with Steve Hitchen about how it all happens.
*In the Scheme of Things – There is much more to painting an aircraft than you think! With schemes getting more complex, it takes an experienced refurbisher to get things spot-on. Australian Flying works with Douglas Aerospace to compile this industry insight.
*A Touch of Glass – First there was Avidyne, then came Garmin. Now there is a whole raft of EFIS glass cockpits to choose from. Mark Smith took on the task of sorting through all the products available and presenting this report.
*Masterclass: The TIF – Jim Davis believes the TIF is an extremely important part of retaining potential student pilots, and in this special feature, walks instructors through how to get it right so the customer comes back for more.
*Reach for the Sky – Double trouble. Steve Hitchen braves the world of twin-engine flying and the Beech Travel Air in Part One of this two-part feature on the multi engine endorsement.
*Outlanding Achievement – Paul Reynolds exits his comfort zone as he works his way through an endorsement for landing in paddocks to pick up stranded glider pilots.
*Flying in Concert – Kyneton Airport is one of those vibrant places where something is always happening and the sound of aeroplanes is music to any pilot’s ears. Mark Smith paid them a visit.
You will find this plus news, views, reviews and expert advice in the March-April print issue of Australian Flying.
