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2010-07-03 – First Lesson – Mildura – VH-BLQ (77)
This was my first instructional flight in a hot air balloon. I was at Mildura as part of the Australian Ballooning Federation’s “The Lake 2010” event Here’s my notes from the flight: Paul’s FICOM check process Cold, crisp conditions with … Continue reading →
Posted in balloons, Flight Notes, flying, Learning to Fly
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Tagged ABF, altitude, balloons, Exciting, first flight, Lake Cullulleraine, low, Mildura, Paul Gibbs, skimming, The Lake, the voice, VH-BLQ
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First Air to Ground Filming?
Europa Film Treasures have made available some footage from the Austrian Film Archive showing Wilbur Wright demonstrating their aircraft in France. In addition to some low approaches and a landing, the 1909 silent movie film also includes a section where … Continue reading →