The UK presents challenges for IFR flying outside controlled airspace, notably due to its complex and mostly uncontrolled airspace. Pilots must meticulously plan routes considering airfield constraints, altitude regulations, and potential ATC interactions. Successful IFR flights rely on pre-validated plans and readiness for controlled airspace transitions, emphasizing thorough preparation.
Category: Gliding & Flying
[071EN] Flying to Lydd EGMD
During a splendid spring Saturday’s flying weather, we flew from Cambridge to Lydd EGMD in a Cessna 182, skirting around airspaces and enjoying scenic views. After a brief trip to Dungeness, the return flight concluded smoothly, accentuating the advantages of flying over driving.
[066EN] Flying into Humberside International Airport
My most complex flight so far – taking a motor glider into Humberside airport half way to Scotland.
[065EN] Visiting IWM Duxford by air
I flew into IWM Duxford in an SF25C motorglider – here’s how it went.
[058EN] The Paths to Glider Aerodynamics
I have noticed that nothing was published in this blog for a rather long period, and my readers have my apologies. This is largely attributed to the fact that I have had little time since the fourth year in the Read More …
[053EN]CUGC 2018 Christmas Expedition
At the start of December, 5 members of the Cambridge University Gliding Club took a trip up to the Scottish Gliding Centre near Edinburgh for the Christmas expedition. They were Chris, Eszter, Hugh, Vu, and the author. Galleries are available Read More …
[052EN]Glider Flight No.103: Solo Flight at Portmoak
This is part of the upcoming review of the CUGC Christmas Expedition to Portmoak (Scottish Gliding Union), 2018. My 103rd glider flight at Portmoak airfield in an ASK-21 (G-CHPW), winch launch on runway 28L. Made an attempt to soar on Read More …
[051EN]Glider Flight No.75: Cable Break Training
This video is my 75th launch in a glider, and purpose of this flight is to practise the recovery and safe landing in the event of a cable break during a winch launch. This launch was from Gransden Lodge Runway Read More …
[050EN]Glider Flight No.74: Circuit from GRL RWY34
This is a flight from Gransden Lodge Runway 34. This runway is very rarely used in GRL these days except for those days where the wind direction and strength make it unfeasible to operate on 04/22, which allows for the Read More …