Tag Archives: flying

Big air big fun.

Posted on May 28, 2011 by

I’ve just returned from a weekend staying with Dennis and Gillian of Alpine Flyer lodge which was also where I completed my BHPA club pilot rating in October 2010. Even back then after completing my course I knew I wanted … Continue reading →

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There’s life in the old girl yet.

Posted on May 3, 2011 by

A weekend back in the UK and an early ferry out Sunday morning, meant that the flying opportunities didn’t really look that promising. However I had taken my wing over to the UK with me with the secret hope that … Continue reading →

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Nearing the end

Posted on October 12, 2010 by

Well the weather broke today and I awoke to clear skies and no valley fog. I also awoke to     the sound of the cows with the alpine bells clanging away. Which at the beginning of the 2 weeks … Continue reading →

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Wind stops play

Posted on October 3, 2010 by

Well today was meant to be the first running off the mountain day, the sky was clear in the morning but there was a bit of a draft at ground level. A look at the landing area confirmed that there … Continue reading →

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Day 2: Running down hills and walking back up them

Posted on October 2, 2010 by

Today started well, a little run with views of Mont Blanc , although the summit was covered with a thin dusting of cloud, there is something about mountains that captures your imagination. I find myself just staring at their colossal … Continue reading →

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Starting out

Posted on October 1, 2010 by

My professional life revolves around transport, it always has. I started in the Royal Air Force fixing fast jets and helicopters, before moving into the car industry. It was in the airforce that I learnt to fly sailplanes and start … Continue reading →

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