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RH circuit for 18
Fly RH circuits for 18 due to close proximity of Mackay CTR (fly on western side of runway only)
Interesting
Mmmm. Reading all the blogs it would seem that there are a number of SOB's with nothing to do.
In fact, I am one of those SOB's and do know 5 other SOB's who have said it as it is.
Perhaps if the operators at Aldinga would take note, and undergo a Anal Optasectomy to sever the optic nerve between their backsides and eyeballs they may have a better outlook on life and stop poohing on others nor acting as they are Gods gift to the Australian Aviation Industry.
Many airman died to protect their Pommie island. Poms, Canadians, Americans, Cheks, Poles, South Africans, New Zealanders and Australians.
( Perhaps they should remember that the POMS did not really win, the Germans lost)
And then when the flying Club at Aldinga celebrated the Battle of Brittan, one of then came running out of their sacred ground and abused the Flying Club members in front of everyone as they did not like the flying. Strange is it not, when you think that they would be thankful that their sorry bum was saved by so many who sacrificed their lives for them. They are a weird mob alright. So I, as others will, will wonder just who real the SOB's are.
Live in a glass house, should not throw stones lady as when someone throws a stone back you scream foul??????So when you bow out and start showing some respect to the Australian Aviators and stop slagging them and running to CASA then just maybe, you may just start earning some respect from the real aviators in Australia. If that is possible. So go away and start calling us who say it as it is some worse names than SOB. Oh and by the way, the biggest stone thrower and dobber at Aldinga cannot even fly an aircraft. How good is that?
How Much!!!!
They wanted $300 to land a light aircraft here! as apposed to $27 for Darwin. Go figure
Runways
1400 mtrs sealed runway 32/14. Can have nasty crosswind, west to east, at threshold 32 and wind shear 100 mtrs before threshold 14. Threshold 14 cannot be seen from dispersal.
He's at it again.
Poor SOB has nothing better to do with his time.
Strange
Seems strange that one soul with nothing to do is accused of ALL the negative postings about Aldinga when one only has to read the postings to understand that there is without doubt more than one soul with nothing to do posting comments. Postings that say it as it is about the joint based and with facts and Truth.
Facts and Truths by aviators who have been burnt and at times abused by the operators, tenants at that.
The present operators have turned Aldinga into a beautiful place but it is sadly tarnished by their crappy outlook towards most aviators in South Australia and not to mention their self appointed Industry Policeman attitude and are quick to run to the Authorities and Dob people in.
Sadly the bad attitude toward Australian Aviators seems to stem from one twisted soul who think that they own the place.
Aldinga is owned by a Company, Aldinga Aviation Pty Ltd, comprised of shareholders and these righteous people only lease the premises to operate the Flying School which as many of us understand that they regard Australian Aviators as having a bad culture and the bloke has come to Australia from the great? United Kingdom and has clearly stated that Australians have a bad flying culture and that he intends to change it. Strange that is it not? Clearly demonstrates their Attitude.
Oh and by the way, the posting re Local Accommodation and Dining facilities has the hallmark of the coffee shop owner. Self praise and self promotion.
Pilots beware of the smiling assassins in life. Milk you for your quid and than stab you in the back.
$$$$$$$$
Wonder why
Local accomodation and dining possibilities
Sent some friends there. they flew in and had booked at the Victory Hotel at Sellicks Hill, only a few miles away. this pub is well known around Adelaide for it's cellar and meals and now it has a B&B as well. my friends flew in and were picked up by the pub manager. they apparently had a great time, fantastic food and a huge choice of wines from the cellar. i gather the accomodation was good also. other friends have been to the Victory and bumped into Ray Martin and Sir David Attenborough and their wives dining there??
with regard to the airfield itself. probably the best coffee and home made cakes etc. you will ever find at any airport in Australia. great location, nice people.
ignore any BS you see here, it comes from one unfortunate soul who has nothing better to do.
Its not in the lake !
Its actually just north of the dam wall....
Hangarage
Hi all,
Came across this thread and trying to find some updated info. I have a Pitts and am wondering if there is any available hangarage in Bacchus Marsh? He doesn't take up much space!
Many thanks.
Aldinga Flying Ops
Whow, the word is now that the operator of the flying school is conducting both joy flights in his Bi Plane in Cahoots with the Southern Peninsula Tourism organization as well as Aerobatic flights whilst knowingly suffering from a Medical heart condition.
Is this true? Is this possible with the CASA watchdogs? Or is it possible that they do not know and that the dude has not been fully honest with the CASA doctors?
If this is so, why does he not display a sign in the cockpit "You fly at your own risk in this aircraft as the Pilot has a Medical Condition"
These are the rumors going around and given the Smiths total disregard towards the Aviation Industry in Australia by constantly reporting others to CASA, it may be that he is attempting to divert attention from himself?
He reportedly collapsed and fell over a number of times and was hospitalized and rumor says that he flies with a pacemaker, commercially.
If this is all true, which reports say it is, then how is it that he is able to operate as a single pilot in command?
Maybe Smith should clear this up tell us and put these rumors to bed. That is if they are only rumors and not fact.
Bad Owners
Flew in the to get fuel,,,, talk about rude and money hungry !!!! NEVER AGAIN.
Lost luggage
My brother, wife and wife's father arrived on a ethihad flight 23 December 2013 and caught a virgin flight to Melbourne. Brisbane airport managed to loose all their luggage. Not very impressed as nobody seems to care. Obviously must happen a lot at this airport.
flying in
comments accurate: don't land on the N end: very rough sandy
If approaching from East watch out for eagle on the ridge at about 2500'
I MISSED MY FLIGHT :( very pooooooooooor services)
i was told from the travel agent there will be a bus....!!!
There was neither sign for the bus, nor for transits
i asked Virgin airlines lady/lazy!! told me to sit down there till i miss my flight.
spent a night and slept on the floor (the Virgin, NZ flight and Syd airport do not know have accommodation!!)
in the morning got air NZ check open given GATE 50!!! but later got the screen board GATE 56!! HUH...
i though i will miss again my flight but asked tens of virgins employees (dont trust one person) finally got it yet delayed our time 40min.
i wish if i could get refund or reward for missing flight and accommodation ...can anyone hear me
my opinion to get Victorian employees in Sydney airport or close that airport.
sul06@live.com
First aerobatics
Stan Tilley took me flying in his Airtourer from Sandfly in April 2013. After a lovely tour along the coast Stan treated me to my first aerobatic experience over Hobart harbour. It was a great treat to be shown how it is done by a real master.
Madura Airstrip
A very welcome sight when I broke cloud cover at 800 feet ABMSL in a Beechraft Bonanza. Overnight at the Motel.
aeroclub breakfast
the aeroclub has a breakfast every sunday morning at 8.30 for a nominal fee. it is well worth the visti to Deni for this
excellent airport
Deni is well worth a visit. 06/24 runway is paved, lit & well maintained. The grass strip of 12/30 is also well maintained.
Good little airport
This airport is very close to both Penfield & Romsey. The main strip is ashphalt 02/20 10 metres wide. Landing on 20 there is a small rise in the strip about 75 meters from the beginning.
pilot info
small traffic only, 300mtr runway 08/26 all welcome...general store with U/L petrol ,open tues to fri 9am to 5pm and sat 9am to 12pm.
Yass Airport
No Airport
tenterfield airport/ country to surf
would be great to be able to fly in and out from gold coast,,,two different worlds yet so close....
Coffs Harbour Airport
Coffs Harbour Airport is one of the largest and busiest regional airports in NSW. Passenger numbers have increase from 270,000 to 340,000 in the past 5 years. The airport passenger terminal has recently been upgraded and has daily flights to Sydney served by Qantaslink, Virgin Australia and Tigerair Australia, daily flights to Brisbane served by Brindabella Airlines and twice weekly flights to Melborune served by Virgin Australia. Facilites of Coffs Harbour Airport include: Two Runways the longest at 2080 meters, Aero Club and Flying Schools, Air Traffic Control Tower, Security Car Park, Security Screening, Qantas Club, Cafes, and Modern Check-in and Baggage Collection Facilites.
Proserpine is better.
It is much nicer to fly into Proserpine Airport.
On the hunt for feral pigs
Awesome location for hunting, Pigs Goats, foxes rabbits at Tilterweira Station. Looking forward to my next visit with my 300Winmag : ) and not driving from Syd just a sweet fly in.
Basair aviation college
Great friendly instructors to aquire your PPL
Mt Holland Airstrip
Mt Holland Airstrip is owned and maintained by Convergent Minerals Limited for its Mt Holland Goldfield mining operations. Please contact Convergent Minerals in Perth or Sydney if you wish to access the airstrip for any reason. The telephone numbers are (08) 9039 4060 or (02) 9956 8750 and email is info@convergentminerals.com
Amazing
What an amazing experience
Refuelling at cobar
Didn't need fuel but on route from Walgett to Mildura I planned to top up ( always like more than enough in my tanks ), I called the refueller after we landed and he said there was an $85 call out fee, so I told him thanks but no thanks. We used the rest room ( filthy ) and got back in the plane only to see the refueller standing next to us right beside the pump, I opened the cockpit door and asked if there was still a call out fee seeing as he was here now. The reply without even looking up from his mobile phone was , yep ( and with attitude ). If this guy is working for himself I would not expect to see him there much longer, and if he is working for some one then an employment review must be imminent
Beaut place to visit.
Weather great. Security excellent for plane parking and air traffic controllers very helpful and obliging. Terminal facilities really good too.
Great facilities
Beautiful new terminal with excellent cafe, toilets and plane parking. Mildura is a great spot for a weekend getaway all year round. Have been there a few times and will certainly be back.
General comment
Good facilities at the airport. Short walk to the town. RSL good place for a meal. Accomodation very average, but people friendly enough. Very daunting on first impressions as everything has security fencing and grills to avoid damage from some sections of the community.
AVGAS RIP OFF
Pulled in for a break on way back from Queensland and thought may as well get a bit of fuel while there. Fuel guy was just next to his truck and bowser so thought that was convenient, only to be told there was an $85.00 call out fee!! This guy is certainly doing wonders for the tourism industry in this town as I will be making sure I tell all my fellow flyers to avoid the place unless absolutely necessary.
Low flying planes
anyone who cares to check will find that 500 metres (1650 feet) approx is quite legal as the regulations state that minimum level above built up areas is 1500'.
Low flying bi-plane
I am writing to council and ombudsman about the gold-coloured bi plane imposing over the township of Brunswick heads. today you are flying only about 500 metres above the market area fir the benefit of one or two people and terrorizing about 1000 market goers, tourists and voters all congregating in and around the Brunswick Heads township. It is illegal to fly so low and I will ensure you adhere to the rules and regulations.
S. Buchanan (Brunswick Heads)
argyleairportaustralia.com
Not quite long enough for international flights, but could be extended. Maybe too far from Kununurra airport and other infrastructure. Also for export of fresh produce grown by irrigation from Lake Argyle water, would be too far from the growers. However it could feed off a new international airport near Kununurra. Wealthy Chinese tourists would like to fly into the region however to buy diamonds direct.
Radio Frequency
Please update your CTAF frequency
Beverley YBEV
This airfield is owned by Beverley Council. Main user is the "Beverley Soaring Association" ie gliding club. Gliding occurs Fri-Sun most weekends by aero tow. During summer, multiple gliders may be airborne in the area at heights GL-12000ft. Frequency in use is 126.70.
Info
This strip is home of WA Skydiving Academy see waskydiving.com.au. Extensive parachute operations up to 15,000ft most weekends and occasionally Fridays and (less frequently) other weekdays. Aircraft operating include: Cessna Caravan C208, Airvan and Cessna C182. Drop aircraft use/monitor frequencies 120.3 (Melbourne Centre) and 119.2 (for local comms).
Status
Currently out of action for all except RFDS (Aug 2013 - ?? Oct ?? ) due surface damage
Very well set up club
Accommodation and car available
Friendly club
Lots of industry, including building Brumbies!
Interesting stop.
Transavia and a MiG15 both out in the weather for viewing. Lots of commercial activity
CTAF
Area CTAF 126.7
BAC aaivals database.
BAC has useless data base of arrivals at the International Terminal. NZ7915 from Wellington is not shown at all. Why not? Air New Zealand website shows it as arriving tonight at 2211 hrs.
re: Question
no because caboolture aerodrome is too small for those types of planes
Question
Does qantas or any other airline fly,to caboolture from major citys
Helicopters all night long
Do the helicopters come from Tooradin? We have had them disturbing our sleep for the past three weeks or so. We live in Koo Wee Rup and can't find out whom to ask.
argyleairportaustralia.com
🔗 Sun, 16 Mar 2014
— Anonymous Flyer at Argyle Airport, Australia
When Capithetical (visionary people) is examined, and the Ord River Scheme (Lake Argyle) is understood, the realisation is that the costly infrastructure developed by the Western Australia Government suggest a potential growth in population, that will be required to further advance the wealth of the state.