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A few pics - National Comp

2012-02-02T17:04:00.002+11:00

Thanks Kari for the above photos.
Top temperature at 1500hrs 26.4 degrees

Australian National Gliding Championships

2012-02-01T17:46:00.004+11:00

Eddie & Petr had a day out flying the EuroFox & Maule to Horsham for 100 hourly maintenance schedules.

While in Horsham Eddie & Petr helped out with their competition (above) running wings etc.

Lars (above) and Chad (below) preparing for practise today prior to the commencement of the National Gliding Championships tomorrow.

A warm welcome to all those involved in the National Gliding Championships. We hope you enjoy your stay in (mostly) sunny Tocumwal.

Terrific flying!

2012-02-01T11:25:00.003+11:00

Stephan (above) has consistently flown terrific flights in KYO during his two week visit

Another coffee club meeting for Ralph, Laurel, Tim, Jake, Petr, Stephan & Joachim (above).
Kari (below) preparing JJ for bed.

Farewell to Stephan, Joachim & Ralph (above) who have all had a fantastic fortnight at SportAviation -between coffees and flying!!

Anyone for iced coffee?

2012-01-28T12:42:00.002+11:00

Kari & Tim (above) sharing a joke or two

Farewell to Michael, above with Dieter enjoying the serenity - see you next season Michael.

Ann (above) had a great first time gliding experience in GVY yesterday

Welcome back to the lovely Pam (above) with Petr.

Anyone for iced coffee? Seems a precedent has been set with Ralph, Petr, Joachim & Stephan regular morning visitors to the Pavillion.

Glorious weather!

2012-01-25T20:16:00.003+11:00

Farewell to Mark (above) with Ralph who spent a great week flying in the PW-5

Congratulations to Stephan (above) who flew over 800kms today in KYO. Terry & Ralph flew a 751km FAI triangle in ZAV while Petr took off late for a flight with an average speed of 119kms.

Joachim (above) had another terrific flight of over 350kms while Ralph enjoyed soaring for 200kms or so

Welcome to Kari (above) who arrived yesterday

Petr & Jake (above) about to take the EuroFox out to the grass strip

Congratulations Jake

2012-01-22T17:50:00.004+11:00

Congratulations to Jake who flew for the first time in LS4 KYO late this afternoon

Max (above) had a great first glider flight with Eddie in GVY this afternoon

Farewell to Pam & David (above) - hope to see you both again soon & thanks Pam for the great photos!

Barb & Terry headed out in the Janus CT this afternoon

David (above) discovered Tocumwal from above with Rolf in GVY

Go Stephan!!

2012-01-21T17:57:00.004+11:00

Congratulations Stephan! - fantastic flight yesterday in KYO with tough conditions both at the beginning and end of the day. Ralph (above) helping Stephan prior to launching.

The lovely Pam (above) enjoyed soaring with Ralph in GVY

Mark (above) has had some great flying in the PW-5 from Tocumwal airport

Michael & Terry (above) about to head out to the field with the Janus C-Turbo

Joachim (above) said it all when he landed today in IIE - Perfect!!
Temperature at 1500hrs 35 degrees. Cloud base a bit above 10,000 feet with Stephan still out in KYO

Most enjoyable day!!

2012-01-17T18:41:00.002+11:00

Ralph (above) caught sitting down on the job prior to launching today

Double trouble from Bendigo - Mark and David (above) had a most enjoyable day with really good flights

Ralph & Terry (above) about to launch in the Janus C Turbo

Jake (above) giving Stephan a hand - great smile Stephan!!

Joachim (above) gives the thumbs up for another great day.

8000 ft cloud base. Streeting with a fresh Northerly wind. Temperature at 1500hrs 33 degrees

Getting warmer!!

2012-01-16T17:55:00.000+11:00

Trevor & John (above) enjoyed some local flying in GVY yesterday

Welcome Mark, Joachim, Ralph and David (above) to SportAviation & pictured below Chris giving Terry a helping hand with the Ash 26

Stephan (above) preparing for another long flight in KYO and (below) KYO launching with Jake running the wing

Temperature at 1500hrs 32 degrees

Congratulations Amir -500kms!!

2012-01-15T15:19:00.004+11:00

Congratulations to Amir (above) who flew his first 500kms yesterday from Tocumwal Aerodrome. Fantastic effort!!
Doron pictured below preparing for his last flight from Tocumwal until next season.

Farewell Team Israel - Amir & Doron above with Eddie, have enjoyed some excellent gliding during their stay in Tocumwal. Next season can't come round quick enough!!

Deb & Rex (above) with Eddie discovered Tocumwal from above this afternoon with flights in GVY.

Sam (above) had a terrific first time glider flight with Eddie this afternoon in GVY

Farewell Stefan & Welcome Stephan

2012-01-14T13:30:00.004+11:00

John & Terry (above) enjoyed flying together in the Janus C-Turbo yesterday.

You can always tell when Swiss Chris (above with Michael) is here - superb jam donuts appear in the kitchen and no they don't last very long!!

Welcome to Stephan (above) with Jake who arrived yesterday.

John, Doron, Terry, Amir & Eddie relaxing at the end of another day's good gliding.

Farewell to Stefan (above) with Petr who leaves Tocumwal today. Look forward to seeing you again next season Stefan

Team Israel

2012-01-13T12:26:00.003+11:00

Yesterday after a long flight Doron (above) chose an excellent paddock to land in outside Berrigan

Doron above with Amir safely back at Tocumwal Airfield after an aero-retrieve

Team Israel; Amir and Doron (above) ready for another day's gliding today

Michael (below) pictured putting away UE after a good flight yesterday and also bottom with Petr each under their respective flags.

Go gliding!!

2012-01-12T16:09:00.003+11:00

Peter (above) with Dieter enjoyed his first taste of gliding this afternoon.

Both Tania & Simon (above) with Petr & Eddie took to the skies in GVY for a birds eye view of Tocumwal.

Michael (above) chose a beautiful paddock for his first outlanding on Tuesday.

Likewise Amir (above) chose a great paddock to outland in and also met some lovely new friends; the McDonald family

Stefan (above) with Dieter preparing to launch this afternoon in HDK

Doron's first 300kms

2012-01-07T18:08:00.002+11:00

Doron (above) and Amir (below) have had an enjoyable start to their gliding holiday with Doron flying his first 300kms yesterday

Stefan (above) with Jake preparing for his cross country adventure in HDK

Some hellos some farewells

2012-01-07T12:09:00.002+11:00

Welcome to gliding stalwarts; Greg and Ray (above) pictured relaxing in the shade

Farewell to John (above) who heads home today and Pam and Gerrit who leave us tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing you all again!

Farewell to Ib and Ole (above) with Eddie who have had a great time in the Janus C Turbo - broken many records and enjoyed their time at SportAviation. We will miss the celebratory champagne opening but above all we will miss the two boys from Denmark!!

Farewell also to Jen, Sylvia and Dave (above) who all stayed in the SportAviation caravan park. They enjoyed our great weather that culminated in terrific soaring!! See you next time!

Cool change

2012-01-05T20:25:00.004+11:00

Lovely to see long time friends Helen & Fred this morning (above) with Eddie

Kate & Jonathan (above) were following in the family tradition this afternoon with some gliding in GVY

Young Alex (above) enjoyed is first taste of soaring today in GVY with Eddie

Great to see Bill & Twinks (above) and to also welcome Amir, Doron and Stefan to SportAviation

Vasant (above) with his pride and joy; Jabi plus Michael & Eddie. Vasant and Michael head back home tomorrow flying the J230.
Temperature at 1500hrs a very pleasant 28 degrees

Farewell Petra

2012-01-04T19:35:00.002+11:00

Great to see Daryl (above) with Eddie fly in for a short visit

Michael (above) enjoyed some cross country instruction with Eddie in the Jabiru this evening

Farewell to the lovely Petra (above) with Jake and Petr. Petra heads home tomorrow.
Congratulations to Terry who flew 1002kms yesterday -fantastic effort!!

Another 2 Danish records!!

2012-01-02T19:47:00.002+11:00

Both Sam (above) and Shaun (below) have enjoyed gliding instruction with Eddie in GVY this past week

Congratulations to Ole & Ib - Another 2 new Danish records;Speed 300Km triangle 134.25 Kph
Speed 100Km triangle 134.25 Kph. Ole now 6 records IB only 5 !!!!!
Another day in paradise with great gliding!!

750kms in a Wooden Arcus!!

2012-01-01T19:48:00.002+11:00

Congratulations to Ib & Ole who achieved 5 new Danish records today. Free distance FAI Triangle, Goal distance FAI Triangle, Goal distance on three turn points, Speed 750km FAI Triangle and speed 500 FAI Triangle -All on the Wooden Arcus SportAviation Tocumwal!
Champagne gliding!!
Happy New Year to you all.

Great soaring weather!!

2011-12-31T12:06:00.002+11:00

John (above) enjoyed some early morning instruction in the EuroFox today

Petey & Petr (above) doubled up in GVY for a late afternoon flight yesterday

Chris (above) has been savouring the good weather with some terrific flights

Amanda (above) tried gliding for the first time yesterday -the smile says it all!!

Ah yes - relaxing at the end of the day, Glenda, Graham, Eddie, Tim & Laurel

Congratulations Ib & Ole - Danish record!!

2011-12-30T08:35:00.003+11:00

Virginia, Svante and Georgina (above) had a great time discovering Tocumwal from above in GVY yesterday.

From the cockpit Georgina (above)

Ross & Stephan (above) also discovered the thrill of gliding for the first time yesterday.

Congratulations to Ole & Ib (above) who flew a new Danish two seater F.A.I. goal and free distance record in the Janus C-T yesterday.

Welcome Ib & Ole

2011-12-29T11:42:00.002+11:00

Michael (above) is continuing instruction with Eddie in GVY

Aaron (above) had a great flight with Eddie in GVY yesterday

Tim (above) with Jake enjoyed his first cross country for the season

A warm welcome to Ib & Ole (above)

Great to see Sam (above) back again for some more gliding with Eddie

Farewell Andrea & Anton

2011-12-28T10:45:00.004+11:00

Farewell to Andrea & Anton (top & above) who head home today. We can't wait for their next visit to SportAviation!!

Richard has enjoyed some good flying the past few days ably assisted by his wonderful ground crew- Nicole

Paul (above) had his first taste of gliding yesterday with Eddie in GVY

Merry Christmas!

2011-12-24T20:10:00.002+11:00

Congratulations to Anton (above) who flew 649kms today. Yes the smile says it all!!

Welcome to Petey from Czech Republic pictured above with Terry, Andrea and Jake

Petr & Petey above with Andrea

Merry Christmas to you all. Thank you to all our customers for your wonderful support during the past year. We wish you all a safe and happy festive season.

Discovering the world from above

2011-12-23T16:49:00.002+11:00

Rod (above) enjoyed a bird's eye view of Tocumwal

Lori (above) couldn't stop smiling after her flight in GVY and hubby Chris (below) thought his flight with Eddie was fantastic!!

Yes it was a family gliding expedition for Chris, Rod and Lori (above)

Happy Father's day!! Robert made the most of the great weather today using his Father's Day Gift Voucher for a great flight in GVY.

Farewell Hannu

2011-12-22T16:19:00.003+11:00

Anton & Andrea (above) have both enjoyed some very good soaring days

Farewell to Hannu -As you can see it was tears all round at Hannu's farewell BBQ. We very much look forward to seeing Hannu again next season

Barry Diamond (above) from Australian Aviation Training College Tocumwal after completing a check flight with Petr in the Maule yesterday

Great day to try gliding!!

2011-12-20T18:41:00.001+11:00

Allan & Margaret both had a great time gliding with Eddie in GVY this afternoon and yes Margaret definitely enjoyed viewing the Murray River from above!

Likewise for Rod and Dorothy who made the most of our great weather discovering Tocumwal from above in GVY.

Hannu

2011-12-18T19:38:00.004+11:00

Hannu (above) has been having a great time at SportAviation. Yesterday he flew yet another flight over 500kms in JJ. Average speed 121kms per hour!

We have our suspicions for one reason or another that Hannu really is one of Santa's little helpers! (Just like Kari)

Hannu is a busy boy. As well as soaring long distances he keeps JJ immaculate, is often seen working away on his computer (above) and he is definitely King of the BBQ (below). Hannu often invites guests to join him for a feast.

Welcome & farewell

2011-12-17T17:02:00.004+11:00

Welcome to Anton & Andrea (above) and farewell to the Grong Grong boys: Takao, Hiro & Takeshi pictured with Hannu, Eddie & Petr (below)

Anton (above) surprised farmer Shane with a short visit yesterday

Andrea (above) welcomes Anton back after his flight of over 500kms yesterday

Waiting as Airport was closed for most of the day

2011-12-15T09:01:00.004+11:00

The airport was closed until 4PM yesterday to allow the local council to repair the runways and taxiways

Blue windy day

2011-12-13T15:28:00.003+11:00

Takeshi (above) and Hiro (below) preparing to launch this afternoon

Takao (above) with Hiro and below in IIE getting ready to launch. It's a tough windy blue day.

Congratulations Petr!!

2011-12-09T15:53:00.004+11:00

Congratulations to Petr (above) who flew a personal best of 788kms yesterday in HDK -Fantastic effort!!

Hiro, Takeshi and Takao (above) have had some great gliding weather over the past 5 days

Petr (above with Terry) after his momentous flight yesterday.

We all enjoyed Petr's chocolate cake this morning at briefing

Welcome Grong-Grong boys!

2011-12-07T11:14:00.002+11:00

Rolf (above) enjoyed some good soaring yesterday afternoon in UE

Shang (above) with Andrew and Eddie has continued consolidating his flying in the EuroFox

A warm welcome to the Grong-Grong boys - Hiro, Takeshi and Takao.

Roy (above) has been honing his flying skills with Eddie in the X-Air

Farewell Bjorn, Lis & Oivind

2011-12-04T13:48:00.002+11:00

John (above) took advantage of the good gliding conditions using his Gift Voucher for a flight in GVY

After a great gliding day it was good to relax yesterday evening with a BBQ

Dallas (above) had a terrific flight with Eddie in the EuroFox

Farewell to Bjorn, Lis & Oivind (above with Petr & Eddie) who head to Melbourne today prior to flying back to Norway. We are looking forward to their next visit very much!!

Welcome Hannu to great gliding conditions!!

2011-12-02T19:22:00.002+11:00

Bjorn & Oivind (above) both enjoyed great soaring today

Jamie (middle) pictured with Peter and Dad, Gary has been consistently consolidating his flying in the EuroFox taildragger

A warm welcome to Hannu who arrived this afternoon

Terry (above) had a terrific flight of 653 ks today. He took advantage of the dip in the isobar that resulted in cumulus to 8000 feet.

Petr hits the headlines!!

2011-11-30T18:27:00.003+11:00

Li (above) with Eddie enjoyed a flight in the EuroFox late this afternoon

Bjorn (above) and Oivind (below) have both had a great time soaring after a wet start this morning

It hasn't taken Petr (above) long to hit the headlines!! Petr featured in the Cobram Courier today with an article by reporter Elise.

Great soaring!

2011-11-28T19:33:00.002+11:00

Richard & Jean (above) enjoyed two great flights in the Janus C Turbo yesterday and today. Meanwhile Francoise and Nicole (below) have been following their progress with the Spot tracker.

Both Oivind (above) and Bjorn (below) with Rolf also enjoyed terrific soaring this afternoon.

Marlies (above) with Roger was all smiles after her first experience gliding with Eddie in GVY

Helen celebrates with a surprise glider flight

2011-11-27T18:18:00.004+11:00

Mo, Eddie & Andrew (above) just prior to Mo's flight in the EuroFox taildragger

Li, Mo, Eddie & Andrew pictured with the Chinese flag flying above

It was a family affair when Gordon, Elenne, Melinda, Lee and Helen (above) all had a great time gliding this afternoon. Helen's flight was a surprise birthday present - terrific way to celebrate that special milestone!!

Congratulations to Guangwei (above) who flew his first solo in the EuroFox taildragger - fantastic effort

Paul discovers the world from above

2011-11-25T16:56:00.002+11:00

Shang (above) has been studying with Eddie this afternoon

Petr (above) busy "skyping" his family

Paul (pictured above with Eddie in front of the EuroFox) discovered the world from above yesterday with a flight in GVY

5.7ml in the rain gauge this morning. Looked like more rain coming but by late this afternoon the sun is shining and the cumulus are plentiful in a beautiful blue sky.

Peter goes gliding!

2011-11-23T15:25:00.003+11:00

Bjorn (above) and Oivind (below) relaxing before launching today

Last evening - a round table conference (above) with Eddie, Bjorn, Lis, Petr, Oivind and John

Peter (above) had a great flight with Eddie in GVY early this afternoon

Welcome Bjorn, Lis & Oivind

2011-11-21T18:33:00.002+11:00

Shang (above) has been enjoying some early morning instruction in the EuroFox

Evan (above) with Dad Ray, Eddie and Petr proudly displaying his Solo certificate

Eddie has draped the new flag pole (above) with as many flags as possible. Thanks to Geoff, Neville & Jake for standing the pole. Special thanks to flag supplier Jutta.

A warm welcome to Oivind, Bjorn (above with Petr) & the lovely Lis (not pictured) who have joined us for a fortnight of great soaring!!

Congratulations Evan - Solo!!

2011-11-18T16:42:00.002+11:00

Evan (above) with Eddie not only went gliding this week but also enjoyed flying in the EuroFox

Evan (above) with Petr and (below) with Eddie travelled down from Canberra for a week of flying

Evan (above) had a grin from ear to ear after going solo in GVY. Dad, Ray had an even bigger grin!! Congratulations Evan - Solo - Fantastic effort!!

Great to see Michael (above) fly in for some gliding during the week

Congratulations Rose!

2011-11-13T11:26:00.002+11:00

Ross (above) had an enjoyable flight yesterday afternoon in the DG-600. Terry & Lothar clocked up the Kms with flights of over 7 hours each.

Lovely to see Anders (above) who called in for a visit.

Congratulations to Rose (above & below) with Eddie who achieved her Cross Country endorsement in the EuroFox taildragger.

Petr (above) pictured in the EuroFox. Petr has been trying to develop an Aussie twang - not quite there yet!!

Congratulations Jamie -SOLO!!

2011-11-06T17:30:00.002+11:00

Great to see Rhys (above with Petr) spending the afternoon gliding

Congratulations to Jamie (above & below) who flew his first solo in the EuroFox yesterday. Fantastic effort in the taildragger!!

John (above) enjoyed an afternoon soaring in the Janus CT yesterday.
Temperature at 1500 hrs today 33.4 degrees

Ron and Colin go flying

2011-10-30T14:10:00.001+11:00

Ron (above) and Colin (below) both enjoyed flying with Eddie in the EuroFox this morning

Aljoscha - Last day celebrating 350 k flight

2011-10-28T14:41:00.002+11:00

Aljoscha (above) receiving his Solo certificates from Eddie

Aljoscha gives the thumbs up after landing yesterday

Aljoscha celebrating a fantastic flight of 350kms achieved yesterday in LS4 a IIE

Congratulations Aljoscha 15yrs old - 300kms

2011-10-23T18:13:00.003+11:00

Petr our tow pilot (above) with Rolf discussing Petr's check flight today

Aljoscha (above) with Jake -proudly downloading his logger after flying his first 300kms. Fantastic effort!!

Melinda (above) enjoyed her first experience soaring in GVY this afternoon

Chris, Terry, Aljoscha, Stephan and Rolf (above) chatting after their flights today - top height above 10,000 feet

Happy Birthday Ralph!!

2011-10-22T18:21:00.002+11:00

Nothing like a "chip off the old block!" Aljoscha (above) a natural pilot just like his Dad Stephan enjoys an instructional flight in the EuroFox with Eddie

It was so lovely to see Daffi & Ralph yesterday. Daffi made the most delicious coffee cake in honour of birthday boy Ralph. Happy birthday Ralph!!

Welcome Petr

2011-10-20T14:42:00.003+11:00

Jim (above) had an enjoyable air experience flight with Rolf in GVY this afternoon

Father & son Stephan & Aljoscha have been making the most of the good soaring conditions flying in KYO and IIE - Cloud base 9000 feet

A warm welcome to Petr (above) who flew in to Melbourne early this morning. A big thank you to Johannes for meeting Petr and putting him on the train to Tocumwal.

EuroFox taildragger training

2011-10-19T18:02:00.002+11:00

From the top -Colin, Michael and James flew up from Hamilton for a 2 day taildragger course in the EuroFox

Congratulations Aljoscha - Solo

2011-10-18T16:57:00.006+11:00

Proud dad Stephan (above) and instructor Rolf (below) pictured with Aljoscha after his first solo this morning. Fantastic effort!!

David (above) took to the skies in IIE while Aljoscha (below) enjoyed his second solo flight of over two hours in GVY. Stephan headed off in KYO so it was great to see father and son soaring in their respective gliders.

Welcome Stephan & Aljoscha

2011-10-17T17:18:00.002+11:00

A warm welcome to Stephan & Aljoscha who arrived from Germany late yesterday. Today they have been busy having check flights with Rolf

Boys weekend

2011-10-15T14:32:00.003+11:00

The crew; Jake, Rolf & Ed with Brett, Peter and Alan after their glider flights this afternoon

Brett, Peter and Alan give the thumbs up

David, Mark and Michael pictured just prior to David launching with Rolf in GVY

Mark (above) had a great first time soaring experience with Rolf in GVY

Warming up - 26 degrees at 1500hrs

2011-10-14T18:16:00.003+11:00

Lovely to see Paula (above) who made the most of her stay in the Holiday Park enjoying a flight with Eddie

Adrian (above) sported a huge grin after completing his RAA and taildragger conversion earlier in the week

Paul (above) hopes to be back sooner rather than later to commence his cross country training

Graham (above) had a great time flying this morning in the EuroFox

Congratulations Paul - Solo

2011-10-07T18:03:00.002+11:00

Jamie (above) is enjoying his instruction in the EuroFox with Eddie

Congratulations to Paul (above & below) who achieved his first solo today in the EuroFox - fantastic effort!!

Oh yes life can be a bugger at times - just another day in Paradise. Paul, Eddie, Vasant and Bernadette (above) enjoying the good life at SportAviation!!

Welcome Vasant

2011-10-03T18:03:00.005+11:00

Lovely to see Ed's brother Dan and cousin Tess who called in today

Ed above with Jake has been busy with annual inspections this past week or so

Welcome back to Vasant (above) who enjoyed soaring for over 4 hours this afternoon in IIE. Cloud base of 6000'

Another pleasant Sunday afternoon

2011-09-25T17:08:00.003+10:00

Great to see Tim & Laurel (above) - enjoying a chat and a cuppa with Eddie

Rolf and Joe (above) made the most of the glorious weather with a flight in GVY this afternoon

Jake (above) with Tim has continued his cross country training in the EuroFox.

Temperature at 1500 hrs a very pleasant 21 degrees

Johno enjoys flying in the EuroFox

2011-09-18T15:35:00.002+10:00

Sean, Nev, Jake with new puppy, Dale, John & Eddie

Dave (above) spent a pleasant afternoon soaring in IIE yesterday

Pilot Jake & Eddie above in the EuroFox

Johno (above) enjoyed his first instructional flight in the EuroFox with Eddie

Graeme & Norrun enjoy gliding

2011-09-14T17:24:00.003+10:00

This afternoon Graeme (above) and Norunn (below) discovered the world from above -gliding with Eddie in GVY.

A very pleasant 22 degrees today

Happy Father's Day!

2011-09-04T15:32:00.002+10:00

Russell (above) enjoyed flying in the EuroFox with Eddie

Lovely to see Cliff & Sam (above) earlier in the week

Chris (above) is continuing his instruction with Eddie

Terry & Roger flew in over the weekend for a cuppa and a chat

Simon (above) had an "awesome" flight with Eddie in GVY earlier in the week

Happy Father's day to all our wonderful Dads!

Jake finds the perfect aircraft

2011-08-28T15:35:00.002+10:00

Wayne (above) enjoyed his flight training with Eddie in the EuroFox

Jamie (above) concentrating on his study

I want one too....! Jake (above) found the perfect aircraft after landing in Tumut as part of his nav in the EuroFox

Lovely to see Mark and Jen (above) who flew in for a cuppa earlier in the week

Congratulations Jeff - Solo

2011-08-21T15:02:00.003+10:00

Jeff (above) travelled from Canberra to continue his gliding instruction with Rolf in GVY

Glorious weather prevailed over Jeff's three day visit

Coming in to land - Jeff's first solo

Congratulations to Jeff, above with his proud instructor Rolfe- great effort!

James (above) has spent a great few days at SportAviation gaining his tail dragger endorsement in the EuroFox with Eddie

Cogratulations Jake - 1st solo nav

2011-08-14T16:36:00.002+10:00

Ceilidh (above) has just commenced flight training in the EuroFox

Gerhard and Jackie (above) enjoyed great flights with Rolf in GVY

Congratulations to Jake (above) who completed his first solo navigation today: Tocumwal, Corowa, Echuca and back home to Tocumwal

Marvin flies in the EuroFox

2011-08-12T09:35:00.003+10:00

Marvin (above) with Eddie getting ready to go sight seeing over Tocumwal in the EuroFox

Marvin pictured with Grandma Jutta and Johannes

A great flight!

Abinitio to passenger endorsement in 2 weeks

2011-08-07T09:54:00.005+10:00

Rose takes hubby Ross flying

After two weeks of instruction in the EuroFox with Eddie, Rose has achieved her pilot certificate and passenger endorsement - fantastic effort!!

Ken & David "discover Tocumwal from above"

2011-08-04T14:45:00.002+10:00

Ken (above and below) had a great flight yesterday soaring with Eddie in GVY

David (below) also had a great flight soaring over Tocumwal this afternoon

Congratulations Rose!!

2011-08-01T17:12:00.003+10:00

Congratulations to Rose - first solo in the EuroFox today. Fantastic effort!!

Advocados

2011-07-31T17:45:00.002+10:00

Rose (above) has been doing extremely well with her theory as well as practical in the EuroFox

Great to see Alan & Ernie (above) with Eddie fly in for a cuppa and a chat today

Amazing! Plant some Avocado trees and voila - Eddie (above) about to pick the miracle avocado

Dave (above) in KYO - just landed after another hour and a half flight

Lovely sunny days

2011-07-24T15:48:00.003+10:00

Great to see Des (above) who flew in for his B.F.R. earlier in the week

Welcome to Rose (above) who is having instruction in the EuroFox.

Greg (above) with his Sabre also completed his B.F.R. earlier on this week

We have had some lovely sunny days - perfect flying weather!!

A cuppa, a chat and some flying!

2011-07-17T16:31:00.003+10:00

Dave (above) with Jake takes the prize for the most consistent glider pilot gliding through all the seasons

Jamie (above) is having a great time continuing his instruction in the EuroFox with Eddie

Lovely to see Harry & John (above) and Gary & Tim (below) all flying in for a cuppa and a chat during the past week

Jeff (above) has been enjoying instruction in GVY with Rolf this past week. Jeff also took advantage of the SportAviation Holiday Park during his stay in Tocumwal

All rugged up for gliding!!

2011-07-10T15:05:00.004+10:00

Patrizia discovered the world above this morning gliding with Eddie in GVY

Despite the chilly weather all the gang were on hand to cheer those who enjoyed their first air experience flights

Joe (above) had a fantastic first air experience flight
More photos continue in the previous post

All rugged up for gliding!! - More photos

2011-07-10T14:56:00.003+10:00

Emily (above) and Scott (below) had great flights with Eddie in GVY this morning

Wayne (above) also landed with a big smile after his first taste of gliding this morning

Congratulations Jake!!

2011-07-03T16:40:00.002+10:00

Congratulations to Jake on obtaining his RAA Pilot certificate. A great effort!!

Jake is now starting his cross country navigation training.

Weather today has been a little wet with 3.8ml in the rain gauge at 1500hrs - great for the new trees!!

Planting as well as flying!

2011-07-01T17:42:00.004+10:00

Lovely to see Bill and Kerry (above). Bill enjoyed a bit of flying in the EuroFox

Eddie has been busy planting (in between flying) - another 200 natives

Rob (above) had a great time with Ed in the EuroFox getting his tail wheel and inflight adjustable propeller endorsements

Long weekend

2011-06-12T15:46:00.003+10:00

Geoff (above) thought he'd try gliding instead of golfing this afternoon. Yes it was well worth the change!!

Nothing like standing around in the sunshine having a chat!!

Tim (above -background) cooking pork in the camp oven last evening. Delicious!!

Kris (above) had his first taste of gliding this afternoon in GVY. -Fantastic!!

Michael flying with Rolf

2011-06-05T11:03:00.000+10:00

Lovely sunshine!!

2011-06-01T17:43:00.002+10:00

Greg (above) getting some advice from Ed about his prop

Michael (above) with Eddie is really keen to get back into gliding. Rolf has been doing circuits today with Michael in GVY

Jimmie (above) is another keen pilot this time in the EuroFox

With the first day of Winter we have enjoyed magnificent weather. Just lovely in the sunshine

Chilly starts but sunny Autumn days

2011-05-18T16:30:00.004+10:00

Who needs a mower with a family of kangaroos (above) grazing on the grass?

Erin (above) really enjoyed her flight in the EuroFox with Eddie this morning

Jamie (above) has just commenced his instruction in the EuroFox tail-dragger

Weather has been quite chilly in the mornings (around 1-2 degrees) however, the Autumn days have been just lovely

Liam heads home

2011-05-04T15:35:00.002+10:00

Can't seem to keep Jake (above) out of the EuroFox these days!! He just loves flying!!

Farewell to Liam (above with Terry & below) who headed back to the U.K. today. After four weeks of enjoying the good life in Vietnam Liam called in to SportAviation for a few days recuperation before saying his goodbyes. We wish him all the very best in his future flying endeavors. Bye Pickles!!

Yvonne (above) with hubby had a great first time soaring experience in GVY earlier this week

A great last day of Easter Holidays!

2011-04-26T15:43:00.002+10:00

Wally (above) enjoyed a wonderful flight in GVY mid morning today

Lovely to see Graham & Glenda visiting over Easter. Graham (above) had a flight with Eddie this morning

Farewell to the three muskateers (above) - Vasant, Paul and Richard who have all had a great time in Tocumwal over Easter

Fantastic to see Sam again who headed off soaring with Eddie in the Janus C-Turbo this afternoon

Ken goes gliding!

2011-04-25T17:24:00.002+10:00

Richard and Paul (above) once again enjoyed a good flight in the Janus this afternoon

Vasant (above) with Eddie has had a great time over the past 3 days in the LS4

Ken (above) was well supported by his family and friends for his first glider flight. Ken went on to have a terrific time with Eddie in GVY.

Easter Sunday

2011-04-24T17:51:00.002+10:00

Rhys (above) enjoyed the delights of the Pik 20D this afternoon

Photographers Peter (above) and Barry (below) got some great shots from the heavens above today

Thanks to our intrepid aviator Jake (self portrait) for today's photos

Lucy (above) following family tradition, enjoyed soaring with Eddie in GVY this afternoon

Happy Easter!

2011-04-24T11:05:00.002+10:00

Rolf and the lovely Anastasia (above) had some quality father/daughter time in GVY yesterday

Also yesterday Richard and Paul (above) had a great time soaring together in the Janus

Welcome to Chris (above) with Eddie who is having instruction in the EuroFox this morning

The sky's the limit!!

2011-04-23T17:02:00.002+10:00

Lynne (above) took a break in her golfing schedule and had a fabulous flight in GVY this afternoon

Win (above) and Peter (below) made the most of staying in the SportAviation holiday park enjoying a glider flight each

Melissa (above) pictured with her two young budding pilots in the back seat had a terrific flight soaring with Eddie late this afternoon

Steve (above) had a grin from ear to ear after discovering the world from above with Eddie in GVY

Gerry's first glider flight

2011-04-22T11:36:00.002+10:00

Lovely to meet Gerry (above) who really enjoyed his first glider flight in GVY

Yuko (above) and (below) with Eddie has now headed home to Japan after some cross country training. He hopes to come back to SportAviation later in the year. We are looking forward to his return visit.

Congratulations Jake - First solo EuroFox

2011-04-17T18:01:00.002+10:00

A big congratulations to Jake (above) who achieved his first solo flight in the EuroFox today.

Jake's family (above) turned out to wish him well on his first solo.

Phil (above) tried his hand at mastering aerotow. Phil normally winch launches at his club in Gippsland

Greg (above) had a great time with Rolf in GVY

Yuko (above) enjoyed flying in the LS4 this afternoon.

Welcome Yuko

2011-04-15T09:20:00.002+10:00

Some pics of Yuko (above & below) with Eddie in the Janus CT. Yuko finally got to go soaring yesterday after three days of rain. Yuko & Eddie flew 230km with cumulus at 5000 feet. Yuko experienced the thrill of long glides and not much circling.

Congratulations Jake!!

2011-04-03T10:23:00.002+10:00

Talia (above) experienced her first glider flight with Rolf in GVY yesterday.

Stuart (above) with Rolf and Frank (camera shy) had a great time soaring in GVY and discovering the world from above.

Congratulations to Jake (above) - a proud recipient of an Air Services Australia & Recreational Aviation Australia Giving Young Flyers Training Support (GYFTS) grant

Earlier in the week Dad, Philip (seated) and son Lachlan both took to the skies with Eddie in the EuroFox

RAAF 90 years fly in at Tocumwal

2011-03-30T17:34:00.002+11:00

A total of 58 aircraft descended on Tocumwal to commemorate the 90th year of the Royal Australian Air force

Overflow aircraft parked at SportAviation

Spitfire, Mustang, Hudson bomber, DC3 and many other classic RAAF aircraft, Later the RAAF Roulettes team put on a spectacular aerobatic display

Taildraggers lined up on the lawn

Jake managed to cadge a ride in the Nung Chung!

Eddies' cousins visit

2011-03-24T19:56:00.002+11:00

Yesterday Eddie took his two cousins for a fly around Tocumwal in the EuroFox Nick above and Ray from Moyhu, Eddies' home town!

Ben has a great time in the IS28

2011-03-22T10:33:00.004+11:00

Ben above in the IS28 and below with Eddie had a great first time gliding experience

Pictured above are Mr Minoru Kubota, Ken, Hiroko, Yogi & Junzo at a dinner party in December 2010. Thanks Yogi for the lovely photo.

After the catastrophic events in Japan it was wonderful to hear from Ken & Yogi. We at SportAviation have our dear Japanese friends constantly in our thoughts and prayers during this tragic time

Go Golfing & Gliding

2011-03-15T18:00:00.002+11:00

Golfers, Peter (top) with Rolf, Paul & Alan (middle) and Chris (above) with Eddie enjoyed some Autumn soaring after playing a few holes of golf this morning

Jabiru Rotec Water Cooled Heads program complete

2011-03-12T17:44:00.002+11:00

Eddie (above) on holiday in Bright enjoying a beer

Terry & Ralph (above) took to the skies in the Janus C Turbo

Ross (above) enjoyed instruction in the EuroFox late today

Terry Ryan and Liam Watt both extremely happy with the completion of the test flight program for the Rotec water cooled heads on Terry's 6 cylinder 3300 Jabiru. The program commenced in December 2010.

Congratulations Reinout!!

2011-03-05T18:23:00.003+11:00

Great photo of Liam (above) just enjoying the moment

Fantastic to see John & Lee (above with Reinout, Ed & Liam) call in for an overnight stay in the Caravan Park.

Congratulations to Reinout (above) who achieved his tail dragger endorsement in the EuroFox

Always paperwork to complete first (above with Ed & Cheryl) then all smiles (below)

Reinout hopes to head down to Tocumwal again in the future

Aerobatic competition

2011-02-27T17:29:00.002+11:00

Reinout (above) from Nowra has been having flight instruction with Eddie in the EuroFox tail dragger over the past few days. Reinout has also enjoyed the convenience of our onsite caravan park.

Ian (above) with instructor Rolf had a great impromptu flight in GVY yesterday

Brothers, Jake and Shaun (above) both just love flying in the EuroFox

Reinout, Jutta, Johannes, Eddie and Rolf watching the aerobatic competition with some incredible flying on display

Terrific to see Graham (above) call in for some flying!!

Another good day at last!

2011-02-25T18:17:00.002+11:00

Noel (above) enjoyed his flights in the EuroFox with Eddie

Lothar (above) preparing to head out to 36

Ross (above foreground) and Ray (the phantom behind) blowing the cobwebs off their ships after the summer season that wasn't.

Eddie (above & below) assisting Terry with PC

Thermals to 6000 feet with cumulus
Temperature at 1500hrs 31 degrees

See you next year Kari

2011-02-21T16:39:00.002+11:00

Kari (above) busy getting JJ ready to go in the trailer. Bye bye Santa's little helper till next year.

Congratulations to Lou (above) on his first solo flight in the EuroFox.

Peter (above) completed his bi-annual flight review and tail wheel endorsement

Jake (above) with John and Eddie after John's endorsement flight this afternoon

Good conditions

2011-02-15T16:16:00.002+11:00

John (above) pictured in front of HDK enjoyed an excellent flight yesterday

We were all sad to farewell Karl & Christel (above next to Eddie) and hope that they have a safe journey home and definitely come back to visit us one day.

Doron (above) had a huge grin after his great flight in KYO. Also, Bjorn (below) had made the most of the good conditions with a long flight in the Pik 20-D.

Bjorn & Lis (above) with Liam & Eddie headed for home today. Doron also was up early to catch his plane in Melbourne. We very much look forward to seeing them all again next season!!

Another pleasant Sunday

2011-02-13T18:39:00.002+11:00

Sheung (above) enjoys her first glider flight in the Janus CT with Eddie

Young Shaun (above) is so keen on the EuroFox his next flight is already planned!

Another wonderful evening with friends- Bjorn, Lis, Kari, Laurel, Christel, Karl, Doron, Tim & Eddie. A few drinks and lots of tall tales!!

Doron & Eddie (above) prepare to take to the skies in the EuroFox

Great photo by Liam - sky looks brilliant

Liam's blog

2011-02-11T16:10:00.003+11:00

Shang (above) enjoys a rewarding first flight in the sophisticated Eurofox 2k.

"Man and machine in perfect harmony"

"Eurofox tug Bandit on your six o'clock"......Aerotow pilot and photographer....... somehow at the same time...!

......Dashing...just plain dashing.

ありがとう (thank you)

(間) さようなら, バイバイ（別れの挨拶） (goodbye)
Yogi and Junzo