A couple of years go I owned a share in a Piper PA-28 (G-BEMW). If you take a look at the photo, the grey propeller actually is now sitting on the wall of my dining room in a fully polished format looking utterly super.
The guys at www.motoart.com have done the same thing but times a thousand. The furniture there is incredible. Given access to some aviation scrap, I'd love to have a crack at doing something even a fraction as good.
Tuesday, 22 September 2009
Monday, 17 August 2009
Sorry but this is life changing stuff....
The way we *all* use the internet will change our lives drastically in the next 5 years. No shit Sherlock!
How much do you think our lives have changed already though? Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, LinkedIn, Blogs......you may not use them all....some of these things might make you question their worth in your current lifestyle but they cannot be ignored for the potential they have to disrupt life is unprecedented. Embrace them for a positive experience is my advice. You won't be able to ignore them forever:
NOW do you think our lives have changed already? Can you even begin to imagine what the next five years of change will bring? I can't but I'm bloody excited about it!
How much do you think our lives have changed already though? Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, LinkedIn, Blogs......you may not use them all....some of these things might make you question their worth in your current lifestyle but they cannot be ignored for the potential they have to disrupt life is unprecedented. Embrace them for a positive experience is my advice. You won't be able to ignore them forever:
NOW do you think our lives have changed already? Can you even begin to imagine what the next five years of change will bring? I can't but I'm bloody excited about it!
Sunday, 19 July 2009
A day of rest or a dose of reality
I just read a perculiar headline on the BBC website regarding "Sunday Ferry makes first sailing".
Huh? Is it not the case that public transport has offered services across the UK on Sundays for some time and why shouldn't it? Apparently the Hebredian Island of Stornaway has only just got a Sunday ferry service and there are some staunch supporters of 'the sabbath as a day of rest' who are a bit upset about it. A small group of supporters prayed 'for the nation to turn its back from sin and wickedness'. Now, the last time I used ferry service I wouldn't have described it as 'sinful' or 'wicked'. Much as I respect the right of individuals to voice their opinions peacfully I think the protestors objection lacks logic.
If a ferry service serves those who want and need it and is happily provided, I would suggest a 'live and let live' stance rather than whining and bleating curries more favour. If folks thought me an idiot, I would remain silent rather than opening my trap and confirming their suspicions...
Huh? Is it not the case that public transport has offered services across the UK on Sundays for some time and why shouldn't it? Apparently the Hebredian Island of Stornaway has only just got a Sunday ferry service and there are some staunch supporters of 'the sabbath as a day of rest' who are a bit upset about it. A small group of supporters prayed 'for the nation to turn its back from sin and wickedness'. Now, the last time I used ferry service I wouldn't have described it as 'sinful' or 'wicked'. Much as I respect the right of individuals to voice their opinions peacfully I think the protestors objection lacks logic.
If a ferry service serves those who want and need it and is happily provided, I would suggest a 'live and let live' stance rather than whining and bleating curries more favour. If folks thought me an idiot, I would remain silent rather than opening my trap and confirming their suspicions...
Wednesday, 15 July 2009
That's that one over folks - THANKS!
Flora London Marathon Total funds raised - £1,914.34
As near as damn it hitting my £2k target.
Stoked.
Anyway, I did 5k on the weekend and my legs still hurt! 2 months off running is quite telling....back on it now though.
While I'm having a random warble...
Next time I apply for a job I'm going to ask to be paid 'chicken feed' like BoJo abd then chuck a hissy when it isn't £250k. Pillock.
Also - Android phones rule. I searched for a screen protector and white silicone case and found a crumby 'mobile accessories.co.uk' site that wanted to charge me £15 AND sign in/create an account...probably would have saved my credit card details 'for later use' too. No thanks. Amazon search yielded the same products with a headphone adapter for a tenner. WIN!
As near as damn it hitting my £2k target.
Stoked.
Anyway, I did 5k on the weekend and my legs still hurt! 2 months off running is quite telling....back on it now though.
While I'm having a random warble...
Next time I apply for a job I'm going to ask to be paid 'chicken feed' like BoJo abd then chuck a hissy when it isn't £250k. Pillock.
Also - Android phones rule. I searched for a screen protector and white silicone case and found a crumby 'mobile accessories.co.uk' site that wanted to charge me £15 AND sign in/create an account...probably would have saved my credit card details 'for later use' too. No thanks. Amazon search yielded the same products with a headphone adapter for a tenner. WIN!
Wednesday, 24 June 2009
More yummy flying goodness
So, another 1.3 hours today or 75 mins in real money. 24 degrees C, 10kt wind across the runway with 15kt gusts. Kinda fun! Also a busy circuit. Denham has quite a small circuit, with rotary traffic coming hither and thither students doing glide approaches and go-arounds leads to good fun - as long as you are on top of your game. Am I on top of mine? Well, 3.3 hours in the last two weeks after a one year layoff does not an ace pilot make but I felt I was getting somewhere today - actually driving the plane rather than being driven ;-)
Also, the local area nav is a little different. Simple procedures really but the first time I do it on my own will require 100% focus.
From the base leg on 06 you get a decent view of the city, Wembly (the arch) and Northolt - my back garden! T'other end is lakes - sweet. Nice to have some variety.
Notes to self:
Don't bank too much on climb out turning cross wind.
aim for a shallower than previous landing attitude,.
1000' out to VRPs and then 2300 strictly until clear of LTMA
Avoid Berkhampstead - corner of Luton zone
Aim for Bovingdon (BNN) and then VRPs for rejoin with RT @ BNN
That'll do for now.
Oh, and busier feet pls!
Also, the local area nav is a little different. Simple procedures really but the first time I do it on my own will require 100% focus.
From the base leg on 06 you get a decent view of the city, Wembly (the arch) and Northolt - my back garden! T'other end is lakes - sweet. Nice to have some variety.
Notes to self:
Don't bank too much on climb out turning cross wind.
aim for a shallower than previous landing attitude,.
1000' out to VRPs and then 2300 strictly until clear of LTMA
Avoid Berkhampstead - corner of Luton zone
Aim for Bovingdon (BNN) and then VRPs for rejoin with RT @ BNN
That'll do for now.
Oh, and busier feet pls!
Monday, 15 June 2009
Less than a year has passed since I last flew...
Crikey cripes, lawks and by jimmeny, 364 days since last flight! I noticed this startling fact after my flight @ Denham on Saturday. It's a sad fact that I left it so long but now I am happy to say I still got it! I think I have some way to go to get a shot at Top Gun though. A little rusty in places but generally not too bad.
Denham is a bit different to White Waltham. A much tighter circuit, no overhead joins, a little more procedure on the R/T and some procedures for getting in and out of the zone via a couple of VRPs as Denham is inside the LTMA. Nothing too onerous - actually quite fun as a new challenge.
More to come this Sat!
Denham is a bit different to White Waltham. A much tighter circuit, no overhead joins, a little more procedure on the R/T and some procedures for getting in and out of the zone via a couple of VRPs as Denham is inside the LTMA. Nothing too onerous - actually quite fun as a new challenge.
More to come this Sat!
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