I'd almost forgotten I'd written this but I'm pretty pleased to see my work in print again. It's been a while... My review of Dragan Radulović's inquisitive work, Why Does Math Work … If It's Not Real? has been published in this month's Mathematics Today. I really enjoyed this whistle-stop tour of many key mathematicalContinue reading "Published again! Its been a while…"
The story is just beginning…
It's been quite an intimidating thought. And, if I'm honest, I've probably been overthinking it. Which all compounds the unnecessary stress I'm placing on myself. But, as you'll know if you follow me on social media, I've finally plucked up the courage to start drafting my first novel. I wish I'd done it sooner. OneContinue reading "The story is just beginning…"
What Happens if Asteroid 2024 YR4 Hits the Moon?
If I offered you odds of 1 in 3 to win the lottery, you'd take it right? Good odds. But what, if there was a 1 in 3 chance of an asteroid hitting the moon? Context is everything right? Asteroid 2024 YR4 - a name like that just rolls off the tongue doesn't it... isContinue reading "What Happens if Asteroid 2024 YR4 Hits the Moon?"
Rediscovering Handwriting with Kindle Scribe
Now that the holidays are here, I finally have time to write a blog, but this one's a little different. Why? Well this is the first post I've written by hand for years! When I first started writing I used to write with a pen into a notebook. I find the act of sitting andContinue reading "Rediscovering Handwriting with Kindle Scribe"
Licence to Thrill (and Revalidate)
The 1st of October 2025 marked the start of the most significant licensing changes for UK microlight pilots in years. As an instructor, I’ve been fielding questions from students and fellow pilots alike: What’s changing? Why now? And how does it affect me? The short answer: the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is simplifying and aligningContinue reading "Licence to Thrill (and Revalidate)"
Exploring Deep Space with Seestar S50: A Year in Review
I first bought the Seestar S50 a little over 12 months ago. I ummed and ahhed for ages trying to justify the spend, as although its not a hugely expensive instrument, its not pocket change either. Eventually at last years New Scientist Live I took the plunge and bought it from First Light Optics. AContinue reading "Exploring Deep Space with Seestar S50: A Year in Review"
Exploring Cutting-Edge Technology at New Scientist Live
A cosmic ray detector. A heart scanner. And a handheld ultrasound probe that connects to a smartphone. These were some of the fantastic hands on technology demonstrations that you could see and try out for yourself at this years New Scientist Live. Alongside this were many other interactive exhibits and really interesting and engaging peopleContinue reading "Exploring Cutting-Edge Technology at New Scientist Live"
Finding Inspiration: The Key to Unlocking Your Potential?
If you can't see it, you can't be it. How mentors and inspirational people have helped me in all areas of my life.
Location Location Location
Why does it matter where and when you make your radio calls in the circuit? Well it does. And here's why.
Storm Front
An incoming storm puts paid to our circuit session, but provides some valuable first hand meteorology "experience" for my student!
Dan Roach Flying Author 