Archive for May, 2010
Short landing/takeoff Shadow microlight issue 2
Posted by: | CommentsThe first BMAA competition of the year held at Burnwood produced another sub 25 mtrs short landing and sub 30 mtr takeoff from the CD Shadow fitted with a 503 Rotax piloted by Dave Broom. The task represents landing on an aircraft carrier without the water. max points for landing in the first 5 mtr box and stopping short.You pilots – come and have a go
Ultralight Bliss
Posted by: | CommentsMy first day flying my new Ultralight!!! I have a helmet camera that worked out great and provided some nice footage of the Ultralight world. Flying with the “Ruler of the Wasteland” (dad) Mike Furrer (camera plane) Chuck Furrer (red plane)
Ultralight Backpacking Tents
Posted by: | CommentsA review of a variety of backpacking tents, including my new favorite: The Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2
Maxair Drifter Ultralight aircraft (Part 1)
Posted by: | CommentsMaxair Drifter being put through it’s paces
Yankee Ultralight Flyers Fly-In 08
Posted by: | CommentsThis is a short video collaboration of pictures and videos taken during the Yankee Ultralight Flyers 2008 Fly-in in Greenland New Hampshire. This annual event is held every year thanks to the hard work of the Yankee Ultralight Flyers club and the benevolence of Ted Sanderson who generously allows his private airport to be used for the enjoyment and education of all. Some of these airplanes are hand built by the pilots themselves, they fly and maintain them. The event has seminars, flights and information all available to the public. July 10 – 13th is open to the public, there will be flights avail on a first come first serve basis weather permitting. Young Eagles flights will also be available. Come join us for a weekend of flying and fun!!!!!!

