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Intercoms to IFR Kiwi Flyer Overseas contributed by Gavin Conroy For the last few years, regular KiwiFlyer Contributor and photographer extraordinaire Gavin Conroy has made an annual trip to England, photographing warbirds during their air show season. He thought last year might be the last, until this year proved too tempting again. In this issue Gavin profiles the Shuttleworth Collection. In the next issue we’ll cover Duxford as well. Gavin writes: Return to England - The Shuttleworth Collection a formation of this size had been seen since the 1940s. There were meant to be eight but one Hurricane from the BBMF (Battle of Britain Memorial Flight) broke a brake shoe and getting replacements is not so easy these days. Seven was plenty though. They flew one formation pass, then one Hurricane broke off for solo passes while the others displayed in groups of three. It was lovely to see. I could not help myself. I just had to head back to England this year as some Warbird opportunities presented themselves which I could not say no to. Events began on July 7 with the 2019 Military Aviation Show at Old Warden hosted by the Shuttleworth Collection. This show turned out to be memorable for several reasons. First up was a formation of seven Hawker Hurricanes, the first time Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress “Sally B” flew over from Duxford to display at the show. It’s only about 10 minutes flying time from Duxford. Gavin Conroy image43 2019 #5 Gavin Conroy image Normally when you go to a show at Old Warden you don’t expect to see types like the Extra 300 flying displays - especially during the annual military show. On display this year were four Extra 300s operated by the Royal Jordanian Falcons aerobatic team. They received the latest version Extra last December which is said to have transformed their display and boy they were not wrong! The formation flying was a close as you will ever see; a bit nerve wracking at times but wow do those guys know how to fly! The usual Old Warden favourites were there along with visiting aircraft like the P-47D Thunderbolt which came over from Duxford, displayed by Stuart Goldspink. He landed at Old Warden after his display and the commentator said he now holds the record for the heaviest aircraft to be landed there. A real treat was seeing the Edwardian era aircraft fly. Following several visits to Old Warden to try and see this for myself, my patience was rewarded with some very special machines making multiple passes. The wind must be pretty much nil, and fortunately it was - so we saw types like the Bristol Boxkite and Avro Triplane fly in the late afternoon sun. It was amazing to watch these wonderful machines fly. Once the show was over, I said to my friend who took me there, “It was such a great show that I would not be bothered if I missed Flying Legends”. There were so many unique aircraft that flew that day, many of which I had not seen before. It was a fabulous way to kick off this year’s trip. Gavin Conroy (Ed. Gavin then moved on to Sywell for some air to air flying with the collection based there, and then on to Duxford for the Flying Legends show. Part two will appear in our next edition.) F K The Blackburn Mono Plane is an original aircraft built in 1913, the oldest British aircraft to be flying worldwide. Bristol Boxkite Replica. An amazing sight to behold. Avro Triplane from the Magnificent Men in their Flying Machines movie.Air Cadets aerobatic glider display was a highlight.KiwiFlyer Magazine Issue 65 44 The Shuttleworth Collection Contact Martin Henton 0273 324 415 martin@andersonaviation.co.nz Facebook: Bristell Aircraft NZ www.andersonaviation.co.nz LSA or Microlight Over 200 options built to your specifications Example options: Tricycle, Retractable or Tail Dragger including Alaskan Bush Kit landing gear. 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Acknowledging a problem that seems to be spreading like a current measles outbreak, CAA Director Graeme Harris said that the allegations suggest “systemic and broad-ranging issues” including “a culture of fear” where people are scared they will be targeted if they speak up. Hello? Haven’t we heard this before? Harris has appointed QC David Laurenson to investigate these serious allegations and report back to him. But this action might be viewed as an exercise in damage limitation, in view of the government’s intention to establish an independent investigation of the CAA, reporting to the Minister of Transport. Such a review is what GAA supporters have been pushing for since early 2018. It is abundantly clear that a root-and-branch investigation of the authority (and possibly TAIC and even aspects of the MoT), followed by decisive remedial action, is inevitable. The GAA welcomes an independent, external investigation of the CAA. 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Contact Nic Roberts on 021 068 2271 email: nic@planetorque.co.nz www.planetorque.co.nz KiwiFlyer Magazine Issue 65 46The KiwiFlyer Guide to Aviation Training October 2019 Supplement PRIVATE COMMERCIAL RECREATIONAL AEROPLANES HELICOPTERS MICROLIGHTS GLIDERS ARTICLES Where to complete your flight training A Head Start for Young Flyers Microlights & Light Sport Aircraft The benefits of Gliding Aviation ResearchKiwiFlyer Magazine Issue 65 48 KiwiFlyer Contributor (and A-Cat Flight Instructor, GA Flight Examiner, ATPL ground instructor, and international pilot with Air New Zealand), Mark Woodhouse knows a thing or two about flight training. With such a variety of training establishments on offer, he is often asked what the best option is. The answer as Mark outlines below, depends… I am often asked which flying training organisation is best, but I will never give you a straight answer, for no better reason than “it depends”. It depends on so many factors such as your age and personality, your long-term goals, your home location, your learning style and not least, your financial situation. Flight training requires you to make a massive investment, in time, emotional energy and money. Lots of money. This article tries to give you some guidance on answering the very important question - Where to train? In no particular order… New Zealand is very fortunate to have a number of aero clubs around the country, most if not all, affiliated with the Royal New Zealand Aero Club (RNZAC), trading as Flying NZ. However, aero clubs vary widely in terms of size, strength, aircraft type(s) available, the experience level of their flying instructors and whether the aero club can give you access to student loan funding. At the very least I think you should explore the club(s) near where you live. If you are looking to commence your training while continuing to work, the local aeroclub may well be your most suitable option. A very strong argument can also be made for joining your local aero club anyway, even if you choose to do the bulk of your flying training elsewhere. Aero clubs usually have an active recreational and competition flying calendar and will likely give you the opportunity to mix with, fly with and learn from a wide range of This image is from the annual Walsh Memorial Scout Flying School at Matamata. Having been bitten by the bug, where to next? experienced aviators. There are a growing number of recreational flying organisations, ranging in size and style, that are certificated under Civil Aviation Rule (CAR) Part 149, and which offer flying training on microlight aircraft. Many types of aircraft, certificated in the microlight category, are very high performance and capability, more so than some ‘normal’ training aircraft. However, there are currently fairly significant limitations on cross crediting flight training time in microlight aircraft across to private, commercial and air transport pilot licences issued under CAR Part 61, so think carefully about your long-term goals. Nevertheless, this may be an option if you are only interested in flying recreationally and do not expect to continue on to a private or commercial licence. New Zealand has many commercial Flight Training Organisations (FTOs), ranging in size, style and target market. Some FTOs are relatively new and relatively small, some are relatively small but have been training for many years, some are focused on overseas students and some are focused on training students for relatively ‘direct’ entry to various airlines. Although I use that term hesitantly, as some FTOs will tell you they will get you into an airline at the completion of your training, but the actual outcomes may be different. Given that they are commercial businesses, they often have slick marketing packages, be careful what you believe and do your own research before committing. Try to gauge a commercial FTO’s financial strength. Over the years a number of FTOs have gone into receivership, leaving their students in all sorts of strife. This includes one FTO that went into receivership very recently, although I have not yet heard how well their students are being supported, or not. If an organisation is competing on the basis of price, be careful to assess whether the quality of their training and the longevity of their support will be The KiwiFlyer Guide to Aviation Training Where to complete your flight training?2019 #5 49 adequate for your needs. Some commercial FTOs offer flight training for CAA licences, blended with an academic qualification. This may range from ‘Diplomas’ which have little or dubious recognition, through to the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) certified Diploma in Aviation (Level 6) and on to University based degrees. An academic qualification might be right for you, but it is not right for all. While some might tell you otherwise, it is my opinion (and observation!) that you do not need an academic qualification to get into the airlines. An airline will usually take those they perceive as the best available applicants, and in times of shortage they tend not to focus on the luxury of an academic qualification. In New Zealand there are a limited number of student loan funded positions available, usually by commercial FTOs but also by some aero clubs. The amount of funding support offered by the government each year is limited and is demonstrably not keeping up with inflation, so even if you are successful in being offered a ‘student loan funded position’, you will probably need to come up with additional personal funding, especially for helicopter students. For some, the RNZAF may be an avenue worth considering. That said, the RNZAF is much more than just flight training; the RNZAF is a commitment to a career in the armed forces, and all that that entails. Yes, they fund your training, the equipment is advanced and expensive, and your instructors will be highly trained and highly experienced aviators. But that training is for much more than just to fly an aircraft, they train you to be a leader of teams of personnel. The pilot role is called a GD(P), i.e., General Duties (Pilot). My understanding is that there is currently a ten-year return of service obligation, but there are few better ways to spend ten years! Finally, I’ll talk a little about DIY flight training. In New Zealand there is currently no legal requirement for flight training to be undertaken by a ‘certificated’ or ‘approved’ organisation. You can gain training and be credited training experience toward a licence as long as your flying instructor holds the appropriate, current qualifications. If you have family or friend connections with access to a suitable aircraft and instructor rating, you can be trained by them. In fact, at one time one of my sons considered continuing his pilot training and we seriously considered purchasing an aircraft and doing it together. That said, I very strongly recommend having an independent examiner do the flight tests. A very important principle of quality training is the separation of the training from the checking. Flight tests should be an independent, objective sampling of the standard of training achieved. I’ll end by encouraging all students, and their supporters if applicable, to make a short list of places they think they might like to learn to fly at, then visit each. While listening to the organisation’s ‘pitch’, also create the opportunity to talk to the students that are already there. They will give you an invaluable perspective and the opportunity to make the important decision of where to train for yourself. And one final thought, it is my heartfelt hope that you will not fall into the trap of trying to complete your training ‘on the cheap’. It’s just not worth it! The cost of ignorance, a lack of skill and/or a poor attitude can be your life or the life of others. None of us know what we don’t know when we start something new - we all need high quality practical flight training, theory resources and positive support. Fly safe! Mark Woodhouse WELCOME to the KiwiFlyer Guide to Aviation Training in New Zealand. This special annual supplement includes articles related to aviation training as well as profiles and some great advice from leading flight training providers from around the country. Participants in this Guide cover a broad training spectrum and readers will find a wealth of opportunity whether it be a microlight certificate for Sunday flying, a PPL to take the family on holiday by helicopter, through to fully structured programmes designed to set the career pilot up on a fast track to airline employment. There are articles covering how to get a cost-effective start in aviation whilst still at school, how to choose a flight training provider, building good foundations, microlight versus certified aircraft options, and incorporating academic studies into an aviation career. There are also many snippets of wisdom amongst the various training provider profiles. More than 1000 copies of this issue of the magazine are being sent to Careers Officers at every NZ Secondary School and students interested in aviation will find much useful information within. Aviation training is not limited to just practical and theory tuition either. Academic opportunities abound for University degrees in aviation disciplines that can extend all the way to Doctorate level research. There is also much included for existing pilots to consider in terms of getting current for summer or refreshing and extending skills to a higher level. How about adding some ratings to your licence, undertaking aerobatic or other advanced training, or learning to fly a glider. As well as the fun of learning, those are all skills which could be very helpful to have someday. Even those who might not be immediately interested in training for themselves should find it interesting to look through this guide and observe the many and varied training approaches that are available. The range extends from small companies and personal one-on-one tuition through to large corporates with fleets of aircraft, an array of lecture facilities and purpose built student accommodation, and everything in between. In most cases, participants in the guide provided their own material for publishing and often are speaking directly to prospective students. Several have taken the opportunity to tell of student achievements that they are justifiably proud of. Our industry is a close one and word of mouth is a frequent and trusted form of recommendation. If someone asks for your advice on matters of training, please refer them to this Guide which is also available for download from our website along with most other KiwiFlyer articles and back issues. About this Guide F KNext >