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Darren Huggins Goes Solo!
Well done Darren! Darren finally completed his first solo after fighting with some awful April weather. He managed to book in when there wasn't a 25 knot crosswind for once, and successfully navigated his way around the circuit. Check out Darren's photo on the gallery page. Nice one Darren!
Fly Outs for 2008!
We're very pleased to announce the 2008 fly out destinations. These will include old favourites such as the Channel Islands and Le Touquet, as well as exciting new places such as Weston (Dublin) and the Scilly Isles. We are also including some of the aborted missions from last year like the Isle Of Man and Blackpool. Take a peek at the events page for further details and get in touch to register your interest.
Emma Hills Goes Solo!
Congratulations to Emma Hills who completed her first solo on a blustery day on Monday 25th February. Rumour has it that Emma was a little bit apprehensive when Dicky decided he'd had enough and got out - but once she was down, Emma's big smile was evident once again. Check it out on the gallery page. Excellent stuff Emma - well done!
2007 Awards Night!
On Thursday 21st February, we held our annual awards night for those who achieved during 2007. Those who successfully completed first solos, PPL issue, IMC, Night and Aerobatic ratings were all presented with awards for their achievements. Louise and Paul would like to extend their thanks for everyone who attented and also congratulate everyone who won awards.
Alice Horwood and Jeremy Bristoe Both Go Solo!
Two in a day! Following a run of fair weather and little wind, Alice and Jeremy both completed their first solos in a gorgeous evening sky on Monday 11th February. Alice and Jeremy's triumphant grins can be admired on the gallery page. Well done to you both!
PFT Awards Night!
Don't forget, our annual awards night is being held at the Jolly Boatman pub in Thrupp on Thursday 21st February at 7 pm. This event is to celebrate and congratulate those who have achieved during the 2007 flying season, as well as a great opportunity to eat and drink with some like-minded aviators! Tickets are £6 per person inclusive of food - and husbands, wives, partners and children are all welcome. If you wish to book your place, get in touch!
Roger Powling Goes Solo!
Taking full advantage of the first clear day of the new year, Roger found himself in the unusual position of not having to battle with 25 knot crosswinds and completed his first solo on 16th January! Roger's huge grin can be observed on the gallery page. Well done Roger!
Simon Johnson Goes Solo!
The first one of 2008! Simon Johnson successfully completed his first solo on 6th January! Living it with him was Simon's wife Linda, who followed him around the circuit armed with her camcorder. Check out Simon and Linda getting emotional on the gallery page. Well done Simon!
Arun Shyam Goes Solo!
Congratulations to Arun Shyam, who completed his first solo on 24th November. Arun was happier than ever after he landed - see Arun, we TOLD you flying was better than playing golf! Check out Arun's photo on the gallery page. Well done Arun!
Gordon Rae Goes Solo!
After a couple of weeks of intensive flying, Gordon Rae managed to successfully complete his first solo on the 26th September. Even Louise's amateurish fumblings with the camera failed to prevent Gordon's huge grin from being captured on the gallery page. Nice one Gordon!
Julian Morris Goes Solo!
In hot pursuit of Hugo, Julian Morris managed to complete his first solo on the 13th September. Whilst Hugo managed to go solo first, I think Julian's rather huge grin takes the prize as the biggest of the year. Evidence can be seen on the gallery page. Well done Julian!
Hugo Richardson Goes Solo!
Three cheers for Hugo Richardson who went first solo on 4th September. Hugo's rather impressive landing was closely followed by an even more impressive grin which can be seen in all it's glory on the gallery page. Well done Hugo!
Robert Dyer Goes Solo!
Well done to Robert Dyer who completed his first solo on 25th August. Unlike most students who taxy by with intense concentration on their faces, Rob was waving and grinning before he'd left the ground! Talk about confidence! Rob's face actually looked more serious when he'd arrived back on the ground, as you'll spot on the gallery page. Well done Rob!
Roger Linnell Goes Solo!
On 3rd August, Roger Linnell successfully completed his first solo. Roger can be seen completing his shut down checks on the gallery page. Well done Roger!
Mark Coates-Smith and Michael Page Go Solo!
Two in a day! On a 31st July, Mark Coates-Smith and Michael finally had a break with the weather and both found their way around the circuit successfully completing their first solos. A couple of huge smiles can be spotted on the gallery page. Well done chaps!
Chris Rusk Goes Solo!
On 10th July, Chris Rusk successfully completed his first solo. Despite managing to land a PA28 all on his own, Chris can be seen losing a fight with his high-vis jacket shortly after his solo on the gallery page. Well done Chris!
Michael Arnold Goes Solo!
Congratulations to Michael Arnold who made it four first solos in five days on 7th June. Michael can be seen enthusiastically shaking John's hand on the gallery page. Well done Michael!
Gabriel and Francis Both Go Solo!
Congratulations to Gabriel Ochai and Francis Edosa who both went first solo on 6th June. Both Francis and Gabriel can be seen smiling away on our gallery page. Well done chaps!
Another Richard Goes Solo!
And congratulations goes to Richard Hall who on 3rd June became our second Richard to successfully complete his first solo within two weeks! Richard can be seen climbing out of the aircraft on our gallery page. Well done Richard!
Richard Goes Solo!
Congratulations to Richard Dene who successfully completed his first solo on 23rd May! Richard's enthusiasm can be seen in all it's glory on our gallery page. Well done Richard!
Chris Goes Solo!
And in hot pursuit is Chris, who follows Stephen in completing his first solo on 22nd April! Check out the smile on his face on our gallery page. Well done Chris!
Stephen Goes Solo!
Congratulations to Stephen Webb who successfully completed his first solo on 10th April! Stephen can be seen pretending to do shut down checks instead of smiling at the camera on the gallery page. Well done Stephen!
2007 Fly Out Destinations
We are pleased to announce dates and destinations for the 2007 fly outs. Check them out on our events page.
For those who haven't participated before, a flyout is organised by PFT. We select various destinations both in UK and abroad. The idea is that each aircraft carries at least 2 PPLs and one of you fly's one way and the other fly's the return. We mix and match experience so if you are a newly certified PPL then we put you with someone who has more experience. The benefits are that not only do you get to fly further and only pay for your leg but you also get to become more experienced as you learn from other Pilots.
The Flyout is usually a whole day, so we depart between 9am and 10am, obviously with staggered departures and then we wait for everyone to arrive at the destination. We may then get to go exploring the local area, have lunch, visit museums, it all depends on the location and then we fly home at the end of the day, hopefully having enjoyed ourselves and achieved some good flying.
A flyout is open to PPLS, student and passengers. If you are a PPL holder then you get to fly one leg, if you are a student then you can fly as long as we can get an Instructor and if you are a passenger then you can come along in the back of an aircraft and you only have to pay between £40 and £70 depending on the duration, this contributes to the Pilots fuel bill.
If you want to register your interest, please let us know.
2006 Awards Night!
On Thursday 15th February, we held our annual awards night for those who achieved during 2006. Those who successfully completed first solos, PPL issue, IMC, Night and Aerobatic ratings were all presented with awards for their achievements. Louise and Paul would like to extend their thanks for everyone who attented and also congratulate everyone who won awards.
Louise and Richard are Flight Instructors!
Paul would like to congratulate Louise and Richard for completing their flight instructors ratings. Following several years of hard work, they are now fully qualified and ready for action! Well done to you both.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to everyone from Paul, Louise and all staff at Pilot Flight Training. Let's hope 2007 gives us many fine flying days.
New Newsletter Online!
The December 2006 Pilot Flight Training newsletter is available for download on our newsletters page in PDF format.
Roch Goes First Solo
They're coming thick and fast now! Congratulations to Roch Trinque who successfully completed his first solo on 2nd November! Roch is looking cool in his sunglasses on the gallery page.
Louise and Richard pass their ATPL ground exams
Paul would like congratulate Louise and Richard White (Dicky) in successfully passing the 14 ATPL ground exams. Next target is the flight instructors course!
Danail Goes First Solo
Yet another first solo! Congratulations to Danail Obreschow who successfully completed his first solo on 19th November! Danail's smiling face can be seen on the gallery page.
Open Day Raffle Results!
We have finally closed the raffle from the open day, and we are pleased to announce we managed to raise £1200 for Flying Scholarships For The Disabled!
Prize winners are below - congratulations to everybody who won, and thanks for all the people who donated their time, money and fuel and making it a great day.
- Josh Scott (Pink 242) wins a Pilot Magazine Subscription
- David McCreary (Yellow 601) wins a Flyer Magazine Subscription
- Lucy Moore (Yellow 692) wins a 30 minute PFT Trial Lesson
- Andy King (Yellow 668) wins a PFT Aerobatic Lesson
- Ian Coutts (Pink 384) wins a 20 minute flight with Polly Vacher
- Sue Reeves (Yellow 651) wins an AFE Flight Bag
- Rob Foster (Yellow 644) wins a Today’s Pilot bag, shirt and cap
- Pete Williams (pink 388) wins a Today’s Pilot bag, shirt and cap
- Colin Baxter (Yellow 573) wins some aviator sunglasses
- Graham Clarkson (Pink 396) wins some aviation books
- Adrian Boorman (Yellow 620) wins some AFE pilot supplies
Jay Goes First Solo
Closely following Ian, Jay Hollingum completed his first solo on 21st October! Check out his photo on the gallery page.
Ian Goes First Solo
Congratulations to Ian Williams who successfully completed his first solo on 10th October! Check out his photo on the gallery page.
Pilot Flight Training Open Day and BBQ 2006!
Sunday 6th August saw our annual open day and what a day it was. Despite all the forecasts that we had seen suggesting it could be a wash out, the sun shone for us and the rain stayed away.
We would like to start by thanking all those of you who helped to make the day a successful event, the people who helped setup before and on the day, and those who gave up their time to cook for the rest of us! A special thank you must go to the people who gave their resources, their aircraft and their own money to provide wonderful pleasure trips in order to raise funds for charity.
Including all donations for flights, raffle and individual donations, initial counts show we have managed to raise an outstanding figure of over £1000 for Flying Scholarships For The Disabled. We are still selling tickets for the raffle, so we hope this figure will become a little larger! The raffle will be drawn next week - we will of course post the results to the website.
We do hope that everyone who attended enjoyed themselves and thought it was a worthwhile day. We always hope to see more of you next year! Check out the photos from the day on the gallery page.
More First Solos
Congratulations to Ioannis Giannakopoulos, Phil Garner, Roland Hoogendam, Ben Bailey and Daniel Williams, all of whom successfully completed their first solos! Check out their beaming faces in our gallery page.
Pilot Flight Training Newsletter Released!
The latest Pilot Flight Training newsletter is available for download on our newsletters page in PDF format.
Fly Outs announced!
Following a slow start to the year with some pretty appalling weather, We're happy to announce some fly outs planned for 2006, two of which involve crossing the channel. Anyone wishing to take part should get in touch - don't worry if you haven't had a cross channel checkout yet, we'll make sure you're flying with someone who has! For dates, check out the events page.
First Solos
Congratulations to Tom Ligertwood and Joe Robinson, both who achieved their first solos! Check out their smiling faces in our gallery page.
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