Join us for The FLYER Show and discover a way that you can afford to fly an aircraft that would otherwise be too much money!

Yes, we explore the world of Group Ownership of Aircraft where the unaffordable becomes possible. We look at the practical benefits and financial planning to maintenance responsibilities, booking systems and managing relationships within a flying group. Plus, real-world examples of aircraft shares currently on the market.

There's also the dreadful news that Popham Airfield is definitely in the local council's plan for housing - and what we can do about it. We've found another UK airfield up for sale, and there's news of a new event at Thruxton Aerodrome.

Fantasy Hangar returns and this week, of course, we go looking for shares in surprising aircraft.

#aviation #aviationnews #pilots #generalaviation #flying

The links!
Join the Flyer Club - https://flyer.co.uk/membership
Pilot Careers Live - https://www.pilotcareernews.com/live/
Popham Matters: https://www.pophamairfieldmatters.org/news
Airfield for sale https://flyer.co.uk/derbyshires-darley-moor-airfield-for-sale/
BMAA Group advice https://www.bmaa.org/files/Sharing_an_aircraft_-_a_BMAA_guide.pdf
FLYER's article about group ownership https://flyer.co.uk/feature/a-share-of-the-dream/

This week we have made The Flyer Show pretty much all about the Beechcraft Bonanza and Baron given Textron's decision to sunset these classic aeroplanes. There's still the normal news, weather and SkyDemon tip, plus we're bringing back Fantasy Hangar for a Bo & Baron special!

#aviationnews #aviationhistory #aviationstories #beachcraftbonanza #aviationenthusiast

Big thanks to Ryan at AirshowStuff.com for the Bonanza clip - check out their channel here

The links!
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Pilot Careers Live

In this episode of The Flyer Show, we take an in-depth look at the fantasy of flying from home, exploring houses across Europe that come with their own airstrip, from island hideaways and airstrip cottages to larger estates with runways and hangars, including Glenforsa on Mull and notable strips on the Isle of Wight and in the Cotswolds.

We discuss hangar-home concepts and talk about the latest aviation news with updates from Trig Avionics, Skyfly, and engineering insights such as turbine blade design.

The episode includes a SkyDemon top tip for safer flight planning and detailed VFR weather outlook for the weekend.

We look at standout aircraft concepts from the Royal Aeronautical Society’s student competition, along with historic flying footage, club updates, free landing opportunities and upcoming events.

Whether you’re a pilot, an engineer or simply someone interested in aviation, flying and general aviation news, this episode offers a clear and informative overview of what’s happening across the flying community.

#aviation #aviationnews #pilots #generalaviation #flying

The links!
Join the Flyer Club - https://flyer.co.uk/membership
Pilot Careers Live - https://www.pilotcareernews.com/live/
Aviators Ball Aerobility - https://www.aerobility.com/aviators-ball-2025
Ballooning video - https://www.facebook.com/watch/?mibextid=wwXIfr&v=552097948925121&rdid=2RIu5QkJPsUNpSZj

In this week’s Flyer Show the team brings you the latest in general aviation news, weather, and insights for pilots and enthusiasts across the UK. Tim from SkyDemon shares a practical pilot tip on airfield approach information, while Simon Keeling delivers a detailed weekend flying forecast. The discussion covers the latest CAA consultation, the closure of Coventry Airport, and job opportunities within the Flyer team. Later, former 747 pilot and author Scott Bateman talks about his new book Jumbo, exploring how the legendary “Queen of the Skies” changed aviation and the world! He reveals the 747’s remarkable engineering — from its triple-slotted flaps and powerful engines to its ability to handle short-field operations — and shares what it was like to fly on Air Force One. This episode also touches on AI spam in flying communities, the recent C-130 crash, while Ed goes back to 1990 with the Chichester Miles Leopard personal jet.

#boeing747 #aviation #airforceone #aviationnews #aviationhistory

The links!
Join the Flyer Club
CAA Charges
Flyer/Pilot Careers Live roles
Jumbo, by Scott Bateman

In this week’s episode of The Flying Show, Ed Hicks, Dave Calderwood and Annabel Cook bring you the latest aviation news, weather, and flying insights for pilots and enthusiasts. We cover the record-breaking CubCrafters Carbon Cub climb to 37,609ft, upcoming changes to halon fire extinguisher regulations, and the CAA’s review of Letters of Agreement affecting UK airfields. There’s also a SkyDemon top tip on creating in-app checklists and Simon Keeling’s weekend flying weather forecast. Later in the show, the team discuss affordable speed in general aviation – comparing fast yet cost-effective aircraft such as the Harmon Rocket II, Glasair II and Piper Comanche 250. We also highlight the latest Flyer Club news, including free landing offers, explore fascinating aviation topics from circular rainbows to bush flying in Alaska, and preview the upcoming Light Aircraft Design Conference at the Royal Aeronautical Society. Ideal for anyone passionate about flying, engineering, aviation safety and keeping up with the latest pilot news across the UK and beyond.

Join the Flyer Club - https://flyer.co.uk/membership
Pilot Careers Live - https://www.pilotcareernews.com/live/
Rainbow Circle Skydiver footage - https://video.storyful.com/record/36514

Three major licensing changes from the CAA’s simplification project are set to make life easier for GA pilots — we’ll break down what they mean and why they matter.

There’s also news that Diamond is restarting production of the DA20i in Austria, an RAF pilot has claimed the British Air Racing Championship title, and GASCO has launched a new performance calculator.

Join us for all that, plus the latest general aviation news, chat and more in this week’s FLYER Show.

Basingstoke and Deane District Council has decided that Popham Airfield isn’t a “significant” part of the UK’s general aviation network — a view that conveniently helps justify plans for up to 4,230 new houses. We speak to Brian Lloyd from Popham Airfield Matters to hear the latest and find out what pilots and supporters can do to help.

We also tiptoe through the LAA’s controversial AGM, where board candidate Colin Hales was expelled from the organisation (and the election) just days before the meeting. Both sides deny wrongdoing, and an appeal is now under way.

Plus: Garmin launches two new pilot watches, there’s a consultation on Scottish Airspace Modernisation, and Textron quietly folds its eAviation division into the rest of the business.

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More from PophamAirfieldMatters.org here

In this week’s Thursday aviation roundup, we bring you the latest news, SkyDemon tip, your weather update from Dr Simon Keeling, and an exclusive interview with Owain Johns, the new CEO of the British Microlight Aircraft Association (BMAA). We discuss key updates from the CAA on pilot licensing, a major aircraft order by Skyborne Airline Academy, and Canada’s plans for a new De Havilland airfield. We also take a closer look at the future of affordable aviation, from syndicate ownership and running costs to the rise of Rotax-powered microlights, SSDRs, and sub-70kg aircraft. Finally, we explore the benefits of joining a flying group, the social aspects of aviation, and the latest innovations in electric flight, including the Pulitzer Trophy air race and a foldable VTOL aircraft (yes, really). Whether you're a current pilot, aspiring flyer, aviation engineer or simply passionate about the skies, this episode is packed with practical insights and news shaping the future of general aviation in the UK and beyond.

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