Across Australia to a Fly-In

[Finley Atherton]

Some backtracking here.

Cunnamulla end of the last leg 7/October



Desert first leg 8/October

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The northern end of Lake Eyre. This huge lake is normally a dry salt pan but recent rains have filled it attracting vast numbers of breeding birds and grey nomads (not breeding)

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View from our hotel at Streaky Bay, the last destination 8/October

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More to come

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[RV10inOz]

I see that some of those pic's are taken below 500'

Don't ask me how I know this

Have fun over there. As the SAAA VP I should be there but was not able to make it work so I am a bit miffed I am missing out. It will no doubt be the last time it happens.

Cheers

DB

[Finley Atherton]

More backtracking.

Trusty steed at Forrest on the Nullarbor (treeless) Plain. End of the last leg 9/October



Indian Pacific train in the distance at Forrest on the Nullarbor Plain. This is one of the worlds classic train trips and goes between Sydney (Pacific Ocean) and Perth (Indian Ocean). This train trip is high on my 'must do' list.

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[Finley Atherton]

Originally Posted by RV10inOz

I see that some of those pic's are taken below 500'

Only those taken standing on the ground. The one at Cunnamulla is taken from the bridge. Look at the Spidertracks heights to confirm.

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[fly.more.work.less]

Originally Posted by Finley Atherton

More backtracking.
Trusty steed at Forrest on the Nullabor (treeless) Plain. End of the last leg 9/October

A fantastic location visited by only a few of us lucky aviators.

Wishing you a great experience tomorrow with the fly-in! The weather is looking fantastic

[Finley Atherton]

We made it to Langley park incident free as did all the other aircraft which was a good effort for a bunch of amateurs. Had to land to the east so base leg was heading straight towards the high rise buildings which was a bit intimidating.

Lots of RVs but also a number of other interesting aircraft. I'll post some photos later on.





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[Finley Atherton]

Well the fly-in at Langley is over. It all went smoothly and credit should be given for the mammoth effort put in by SAAA Chapter 24.

Some photos can be seen at http://www.aviationwa.org.au/#.
I think more photos may be added over time.

We are with a group doing a 'South West Ramble' also organized by the local SAAA members. Spent today touring wineries etc in the Margaret River district. Tomorrow we fly to Albany where we will be shown the local sights then start back home weather permitting. The forecast shows headwinds the whole way home

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[Magnus@bigpond.net.au]

Saw your very nice aircraft parked at Tibooburra on last friday night. Would like to buy one, do you get the same Range and True airspeed performance as stated on the Vans website ?

[Finley Atherton]

Originally Posted by Magnus@bigpond.net.au

Saw your very nice aircraft parked at Tibooburra on last friday night. Would like to buy one, do you get the same Range and True airspeed performance as stated on the Vans website ?

Hi Magnus,

I guess you must have been the air ambulance pilot that was expected in soon after we left the airport?

I actually get better range and performance than stated on the Vans website. My aircraft has a CS prop and electronic ignition whereas Vans 9A figures are with a FP prop and mags (I think).

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[Magnus@bigpond.net.au]

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Thats right I was, someone got kicked by a cow. I would like a 9A or a 7A but do not have the skills to build it. Looks like you had a good trip.

cheers

Magnus