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Welcome!
 Welcome to the September 2009 FII E-Newsletter! The September issue of FlyingInIreland Magazine is now on sale. This is our biggest issue yet - 60 pages packed with everything going on in Irish aviation. See the list of articles below.
As many of you are aware, last month we celebrated the launch of our 50th magazine - August 2009. We have come a long way since our first issue in February 2005 and we would like to thank everybody who has helped us to get to where we are today. Click Here for more details on this months mag.
What's in this months issue?
- Need Vitamin G? - Aerobatics at Abbeyshrule
- Air Corps Station Shannon
- Clonbullogue Boogie Week
- Air Spectacular 2009 Review
- Letterkenny Fly-In
- Ardfert Fly-In and Air Display
- Zero to Hero Part 4
- Flightlines - "Paddy" Finucane
- Air Accident Reports
- Aircraft Register
- General Aviation News
- Dublin, Cork and Shannon News |
| 12 Month Subscription Special Offer! |
To celebrate our 50th issue, we are delighted to announce a FANTASTIC subscription offer. For a limited period you will be able to get an annual subscription for just €40. A saving of €32! Please show your support for the magazine and subscribe either by post (See details at www.flyinginireland.com) or online at www.pilotshop.ie. Each month your magazine will be posted direct to your door so you will never miss a thing going on in Irish Aviation!  |
| Professional Flight Training Exhibition |
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Professional Flight Training Exhibition
Saturday 12 September
Regency Hotel, Whitehall, Dublin
If you are at school, college university or already in work and considering a career as a commercial pilot, the Professional Flight Training Exhibition is the MUST GO event for you.
This is your opportunity to meet with leading training providers from across Europe and get all your questions answered under one roof.. We also have a fantastic seminar programme lined up featuring Air Arann.
For full details on who is exhibiting, seminars and online tickets sales visit http://exhibitions.flyer.co.uk/dublin
The Professional Flight Training Exhibition is supported by FLYING in IRELAND. We have a limited number of tickets to give away as competition prizes - to enter simply email you name to editor@flyinginireland.com . Winners will be announced by the end of August.
We look forward to seeing you. |
| Dave Bruton at WAC 2009 |
The World Aerobatic Championships have resumed following the tragic crash on Saturday 22nd which claimed the life of American pilot Vicki Cruse. Vicki was well known and respected in aerobatic circles and was President of the International Aerobatic Club.
As we write, Friday's Technical Championships are on going and the top 20 pilots will compete in tomorrows 4 minute Freestyle Championships. This can be watched live online at www.airsports.tv
Dave Bruton, the only Irish participant (flying his Sukhoi SU-26 M2 EI-EAI) gave a short interview to airsports.tv which can be seen HERE. You can track his progress online at www.wac2009.com and the official results are available HERE. Discuss his progress on the forum at www.flyinginireland.com  |
| Photo Competition |
We had a fantastic response to our July photo competition with over 100 stunning photos sent in to us for consideration. It was extremely difficult to choose a winner. We were very impressed with the high standard of entries. The three winning photos have been published in the September magazine. The standard of photographs was so good that we deceided to publish the top ten photographs on our site and you can view them by CLICKING HERE. You will need to login to view these photos. If you don't have a forum account please send your requested username to mark@flyinginireland.com to get setup.
This was the winning photo - Ardara Bay in South West Donegal. By Kamil Skorupski  |
| Upcoming Events |
There are a few events still planned for the summer so here are a few important dates for your diary. Now you have no excuse for missing them!
August 28th-29th - Limetree Fly-In. "Hog in the Bog", Limetree fly-in for 2009 will be held on Saturday August 29th and Sunday 30th. Camping available for the overnight and there is a free minibus arranged for transport to and from the Gandon Inn for a few lucozades on Saturday night! ( www.limetreeairfield.com) September 5th - Weston Airport Fly-In. Prizes will be awarded on the day for the Oldest aircraft, Most distant departure point, Arrival closest to ETA and Spot landing competition. Following the days activities there will be a function that evening with dinner and dancing. There will be a small charge to cover the food and entertainment and accommodation is available at a special rate to Fly-In patrons. ( www.westonairport.com) September 6th - Kilrush Airfield is planning on holding its next open day on Sunday 6th September. Kick off should be early afternoon. E-mails to Ken Haslett manager@kilrushairfield.com( www.kilrushairfield.com)
September 5th-6th - N.I. International Airshow. Coleraine Borough Council invites you to the 8th NI International Airshow at the beautiful seaside setting of Portrush on the north coast of Northern Ireland. The spectacular West Bay of the bustling family resort is a natural amphitheatre for a free, 2-day programme of air displays, sea displays, arena shows, exhibitions and stalls. ( www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk)
September 12th - Flyer Professional Flight Training Show, Dublin. This will be the third year running for this extremely successful show. Check out the ad in this months issue for more information. ( www.flyer.co.uk/exhibitions)
September 12th - Abbeyshrule Fly-In and BBQ. Keep an eye on the events section of www.flyinginireland.com for up to date details!
September 20th-25th - Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championship. The balloons are back! Between the 20th and the 25th of September this year, Waterford hosts the National Hot Air Ballooning Championships for the second year running. ( www.waterfordballooningclub.com)
September 26th-27th - Spanish Point, Fly-In, Co. Clare. B&B's, restaurants, pubs and hotels within walking distance. Details page 140 Kevin Glynn's book.
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Sincerely,
The FlyingInIreland Editorial Team
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