It’s been a little while since I’ve written a piece about the pure joy of flight. I hope you enjoy Cloud Surfing with me…
Tag Archives: Microlights
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 aligningContinueContinue reading “Licence to Thrill (and Revalidate)”
The end of the roll of red tape?
A short summary of the upcoming changes to pilots licensing in the UK. It’s good news!
Fly me into the hedge please!
The joyful moment when a student finally ‘gets it’ is one of the most rewarding aspects of being an instructor.
Pulling G!
What is G-Force and why does stall speed increase in the turn?
