Blog

This blog details some of my adventures and private flying.

I own a part share in a Scottish Aviation Bulldog and a 1944 Piper Cub L4.

I have had many experiences over the years, and I hope it will give some knowledge that if you fly within your limits, but are always willing to enjoy additional training, along with gently stretching your envelope, you can enjoy an immensely fun and rewarding time in aviation.

Flying should be fun!

Transatlantic at 3,000 feet

15 July 2025

It can be a long lonely crossing when you are flying a non pressurised piston twin and don’t fancy sitting…

Saying goodbye can be painful

15 July 2025

Before starting my commercial instrument rating, I owned a third share in a Scottish Aviation Bulldog, an aeroplane I came…

The joy of a night flight

15 July 2025

Airborne at just after 2am, the airframe dripping with dew, the screen clearing as we accelerate down the runway, tiny…