Three great aircraft that offer value for money flying
Description
From Bristell’s FAA certification success to the future of electric hybrids in Switzerland, we’ve got a packed episode of GA news, features and fun.
Here’s what’s inside:
• ✅ Bristell B23 certified in the US — what it means for flight schools and UK microlight pilots
• ✅ C42 microlight saved — spares and new production secured
• ✅ H55 & Smartflyer partnership — pioneering electric-hybrid project explained
• ✅ Roswell Air Races return — highlights and winners from the new home of the championships
• ✅ Swansea Airport marchers forward — GA community power in action
• ✅ Colin Chapman’s Cessna 414 — Formula One meets general aviation, plus a near-forgotten Lotus microlight project
• ✅ Online Auction for the Rob Wildeboer Scholarship — including our plan to create the world’s most expensive kneeboard. Link in description
• ✅ Our pick of three great value light aircraft
• ✅ Plus: SkyDemon's top tip, Simon Keeling’s weekend weather forecast, and this week’s aviation events
📌 Links mentioned in the show:
• Rob Wildeboer Scholarship Auction
• FLYER Forum discussion
• FLYER Club membership
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