Category Archives: Crosswind

First Solo Navigation Flight: How strong winds nearly claimed a victim

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

There are a few highlights which every student pilot experiences on their journey to become a licensed private pilot.  The First Solo is huge, the Area Solo is amazing and of course the first Navigation Solo!  This is the one … Continue reading →

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Gold Coast Scenic Flight

Posted on November 20, 2011 by

Last week I had the opportunity to travel to the Gold Coast for a conference. It meant travelling on Sunday arvo to arrive in time for the Monday afternoon sessions. After flying to Brisbane from Perth, I hired a car … Continue reading →

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Video for Lesson 21 – Cross wind landing practice at Rottnest Island

Posted on May 6, 2011 by
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