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February 2012

12 Valentine's Day Fly-in, Old Buckenham Airfield. The Valentines Day fly-in. Romance, avgas and bacon sandwiches will set the tone, with some help from Classic Cars and Champagne. Unlike most other Valentines Events, entry is free. 01953 860806 website

12 Vintage Valentine Fly-in, Old Sarum. PPR Required 01722 322525 01722 322525 website

12-14 HELI-EXPO 2012, Dallas, Texas. The one-stop shop for everything helicopter-related, covering one million square feet of space, complete with helicopters on the show floor! Visit the dazzling displays from more than 600 exhibiting companies. website

16 Learning From The Airlines, Wellesbourne Mountford. Following on from his article 'Learning from the Airlines' in the November issue of FLYER about how GA pilots can adapt airline operating procedures to make their own private flying safer, Jon Cooke has been invited to present at the On-Track Aviation Safety Evening at Wellesbourne on 16th February 2012. The theme of the presentation will be Single Pilot CRM, with tips and advice on how you can improve your flying. On-Track Aviation Limited are sponsoring the Safety Evening at their home aerodrome of Wellesbourne Mountford, near Stratford-Upon-Avon. The Safety Evening is planned to last approx 2 hours and will cover a variety of topics of interest to both students and licence holders. The presentations will take place in the Wellington Room within On-Track Aviation. Space is limited so book early. Tickets are £3, payable on the door website

18 Oxford Aviation Academy Airline Pilot Career Day, Oxford Aviation Academy - Kidlington. A typical Airline Pilot Career Day consists of a Seminar Presentation delivered by one of our Directors, and an opportunity to tour our 'state of the art' training centre including: Ground School Department Airline Careers & Assessment Centre PA28 and PA34 training aircraft Instrument Flight Training Centre Langford Hall of Residence (on request) Boeing 737-400 and CRJ-200 Jet Simulators VIDA Health & Fitness (www.myvida.co.uk) 01865 841234 website

21 LAA Suffolk Coastal Strut GASCo Safety Evening, Gresham Sports Centre, Ipswich. The evening is open to anybody wishing to attend and entry is free, starting at 7:30pm. website

21 GASCo Safety Evening, Gresham Sports Club, Tuddenham Road, Ipswich. The Suffolk Coastal Strut is hosting a GASCo flight safety evening. website

23 Radio Telephony Presentation, Tayside Aviation, Dundee. Starts at 6pm website

23 ATC Safety Evening, Manchester Barton Aerodrome, Machester. The presentation will include details of the upcoming changes to Manchester Airspace and how it affects local pilots and local area ATC procedures, plus guest speaker Irv Lee Pilot and CPL (PPL (NPPL/JAR SEP/IMC Examiner) at Popham. 7pm

March 2012

01-02 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Days, Heathrow Airport. If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. website

03 Professional Flight Training Exhibition, Dublin, Dublin Convention centre. If you are considering a career as a commercial pilot and want to know what is involved, the Dublin Professional Flight Training Exhibition should be in your diary to attend. Flight training experts will be available to provide current information and advice on how to be a commercial pilot and the types of training available to suit you. You will also get the chance to meet with former cadets, students and pilots who will help to get your career as a pilot heading in the right direction. +44 (0) 1225 481440 website

03 Luton Aircraft Enthusiasts Fair, Vauxhall Rec Club, Luton . This popular event features dozens of stalls offering a wide range of aircraft-related collectable items. Models, books, magazines, relics, printed matter including postcards, slides, photographs, and tickets, DVDs and assorted memorabilia, should all be available in abundance. 01372 725063 website

04 Vintage Sunday Fly-in, Old Sarum. 01223 373765 website

04 Frost-Free Fly-in, The Aerodrome - Breighton. Open to all aircraft 01757 289065 website

08 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Day, Stockholm. If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. Visit the website for more details. website

10 CAA Olympic Airspace Briefing Day, Royal Geographical Society, London. To help pilots prepare for flying in south east England during the 2012 London Olympics the Royal Institute of Navigation (RIN) and the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), through the Airspace and Safety Initiative (ASI), have joined forces to host a free briefing day in central London on Saturday 10 March 2012. Will feature presentations and Q&A sessions offering pilots the chance to get the latest information from the CAA, NATS and MoD on: • How to use Atlas Control, the air traffic control unit that will provide the service in the Restricted Zone, R112 • The options available for flight planning to get access to the Restricted Zone, R112 • How airfields can apply for and use exemptions • The interception procedures planned to be used by MoD aircraft olympics@rin.org.uk website

10 Harriet Quimby Centenary Flight, Headcorn, Kent. 100 years after Harriet Quimby became the first woman to fly the Channel, Women Of Aviation invite all pilots to commemorate this accomplishment with a flight to Le Touquet. The event is open to all female pilots and male pilots bringing along a female who has not previously flown in a small aircraft. website

12 Museum Aeroboot Sale, Newark Air Museum. 01636 707170 website

13 GasCO/CAA Safety Evening, Royal Naval Air Station, Yeovilton. Excellent events focusing on safety issues for private pilots, with subjects typically including flight planning, infringements, lookout and good airmanship. Highly recommended. 07779 288864

13-14 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Day, Belfast. If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. Visit the website for more details. website

17 CTC Wings Open Day, Crew Training Centre, Nursling. This leading FTO's Open Day provides an opportunity for anyone considering a career as an airline pilot to visit this Full Flight Simulator Centre and gain an insight into what is involved. There will be various advice centres covering topics such as selection, training and finance and presentations during the day as well as tours around our Boeing and Airbus simulators, Virtual Flight Decks (VFD - Airbus) and Computer Based Training rooms. Representatives from the BBVA bank will be on hand to answer your finance queries and Pooleys pilot shop will be open on site. The training centre will be open for visitors from 1000 - 1630 hrs. Visitors can spend the entire day at the centre to tour the facilities and try your hand at some of the training devices. There will be a 'Careers Advice Centre' for you and your family to visit and have your questions answered, plus two formal presentations during the day - 1000 - 1630 Crew Training Centre open to visitors 1030 & 1315 - Presentations from Captain Lee Woodward - Head of CTC Wings and Executive Director CTC Aviation and a guest speaker: "An industry update and an insight into the role of today's airline pilots" website

17 BAeA Judging Seminar, White Waltham. All levels Judging Seminar. planned to run from 10:00 until about 15:30. Everybody is welcome. There will be a thorough review and tutorial of How to Judge, using the BAeA 2012 Judging Seminar Tutorial as the basic material for the day. website

24 Royal Aero Club Air Race, North Weald. Race school event website

25 Early Spring LAA & Hombuilt Fly In, Old Buckenham Airfield. Celebrating the engineering marvels built at home. 01953 860806 website

25 Spring Rally Fly In, Turweston Airfield. PPR Required 01280 705400 01280 705400

27-01 April Sun 'n Fun, Lakeland, Florida. 38th year of this must-see aviation get-together website

30-01 April The British Advanced Aerobatic Team Training Camp, Old Buckenham Airfield. Watch the most professional team in UK Aerobatics as they practice for the Old Buckenham Airshow and other international events. website

31 Airport Aero Jumble, Shoreham. 01424 753356 website

31 BAA Aerobatic Competition, Sandtoft. website

31-01 April BAeA Glider Aerobatic Competition, Dunstable. Competition for the Dan Smith Memorial Trophy - entry deadline 26th March 2012 website

April 2012

01 Vintage Sunday Fly-in, Old Sarum. 01223 373765 website

01 April Fool's Fly-in, The Aerodrome - Breighton. Open to all aircraft. 01757 289065 website

03-08 Sloane Helicopters Mallorca Tour, Spain, Portugal and North Africa. 5 Days, 4 Nights, 3 Countries, 2 Continents, 1 Amazing Tour The tour will include flying through Spain, Portugal and North Africa. We’ll be landing and staying at some great hotels en-route so this will be the perfect opportunity to hone your Navigation, Flight Planning and even Confined Area procedures. Total Flying Time: 16 Hours – 8 Hours per pilot. (Price on Application) +34 971 79 41 32 website

04 Rod Dean talks on Flying and Displaying Vintage Aircraft, Orsett Hotel, Orsett, Essex. Renowned air display pilot and former Royal Air Force fast jet pilot Rod Dean talks about Flying and Displaying Vintage Aircraft. The talk is the main feature of a special fundraising evening on behalf of the Vulcan Restoration Trust and all proceeds will go towards the ongoing restoration and preservation of Avro Vulcan XL426 at Southend Airport.

06-08 Wanaka International Airshow, (ZK), Wanaka, New Zealand . Wanaka will be host to a variety of aircraft at this large scale international show with a ground programme which includes vintage stationary machinery, vintage tractors, vintage fire engines and Ford Vehicles through the Ages. 0800 224 224 (New Zealand) website

07 LAA Wessex-Strut Fly-in, Henstridge. 07760 176116 website

07 Fly-in and Spotters Day, Fenland. Children's open weekend and spotters day, with hangar tours and fly-in. 01406 540330 website

08 Jodel Fly-in, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

08-09 Halfpenny Green Wings 'n' Wheels, Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green. Vintage vehicles, exhibitions, entertainers and large model flying. Aerodrome will close for short periods to allow large models to fly – notam to be issued. Fly-in both days – all types welcome. Reduced landing fee of £5 gets you & pax into the event. If non-radio please telephone 01384 221378 with ETA. website

11-12 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Day, Dublin. If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. Visit the website for more details. website

14 Vintage Aircraft Club-Daffodil Fly In, Fenland. PPR essential. 01406 540330 website

14 UK and European Commander owner Fly-out, Kemble airfield. A fly-out event for any commander owners. For more details, contact jc_ferguson@btinternet.com website

14 IWM Duxford Bonus Safety Day, IWM Duxford. Arrive in any light aircraft or travel by car (prior permission required). Talks and demonstrations will be held throughout the day. Free museumadmission for all attenders. 01223 833376 website

14-15 Spring Microlight and Autogyro Flying Meeting, Northcoates Flying Club. 01472 388850 website

14-15 BAA Aerobatic Competition, Breighton Aerodrome. website

14-15 Old Buckenham Air Race Weekend, Old Buckenham Airfield. website

17 Augsburg Raid 70th Anniversary Talk, The Petwood Hotel, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire. An evening talk by the aviation historian Robert Owen to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the RAF's major daylight bombing raid on the MAN diesel factory in Augsburg, Southern Germany website

18-21 AERO Friedrichshafen, Friedrichshafen, Germany. This is the annual must-attend event for more than 33,000 visitors including pilots, aviation experts and opinion leaders, to get informed about the latest developments in General Aviation. Featuring numerous world and European premieres, AERO Friedrichshafen is also the industry’s most important media event attracting more than 700 accredited journalists from all over the world. website

19-24 Land at North Pole Flying Safari, The North Pole. website

21 Aeronca Fly-in, Old Sarum. PPR is essential! Contact details for all the Aeronca Club events are Pete White - 01752 406660 or 07805 805679 01752 406660 website

21 YES Education Conference, Brooklands Museum, Surrey. The LAA's Youth and Education Support strut (YES) is hosting an educational conference to offer information and guidance on a wide range of opportunities for young people in aviation-related careers and activities. The event will also highlight the support that is available for these aviation activities through a variety of organisations. An important element of the day will be the chance to meet the people who deliver aviation activities through aviation camps, schools, youth groups, museums, and Air Experience flights. 07974 188395 website

22 Gatwick Air Enthusiasts Fair, K2 Centre, Crawley. Buy or trade anything connected with airline/aircraft hobbies at LGW2012 - the UK's biggest aircraft enthusiast's event. Admission £4 charge for non-members, OAPs £3, accompanied children Free. Large free Car Park and refreshments. 01403 252628 website

25-26 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Day, Manchester . If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. Visit the website for more details. website

27-29 BAA Aerobatic Competition, Elvington. website

28 Professional Flight Training Exhibition, London, Sofitel Hotel, T5, Heathrow Airport. A career as an airline pilot combines challenges, excitement and fulfillment with an enticing career path and excellent prospects. The office window takes some beating as well! Best of all, the opportunity is there to take that first step on this thrilling and rewarding career path – by visiting a Professional Flight Training Exhibition. +44 (0) 1225 481440 website

28 Tribute to the V Force, Newark Air Museum. Includes a major reunion for former V-Force personnel and many visiting displays open to the public. 01636 707170 website

29 The RV Fly-in, Old Buckenham Airfield. Enjoy these fast modern homebuilt aircraft. 01953 860806 website

May 2012

01-02 AirMed & Rescue Trade Show, Kidlington. website

05 Aeronca Fly-in, Bodmin (twinning with Compton Abbas). PPR is essential! Contact details for all the Aeronca Club events are Pete White - 01752 406660 or 07805 805679 01752 406660 website

05 LAA Devon Strut Fly-in, Bodmin, Devon. 01752 406660/07805 805679 website

05-06 Popham Microlight Trade Fair, Popham Airfield, Hampshire. Annual rally and microlight trade fair. Well worth a visit 01256 397733 website

05-06 Sherburn in Elmet Air Race Weekend, Sherburn . website

06 May-hem Fly-in, The Aerodrome - Breighton. Open to all aircraft. 01757 289065 website

06 Shuttleworth Spring Air Show, Old Warden. 01767 627927 website

06 Abingdon Air and County Show, Abingdon Airfield, Dalton Barracks, Oxfordshire. Displays include The Breitling Wing Walkers and ground displays including The Lumbawakks, Vale Islanders & the Abbey Brass Band as well as flying displays from World War Two P51 Mustang & Hawker Hurricane, Bucker Jungmeister & Bestmann, Pitts Pair, T28 Fennec. Tickets are £12 for Adults in advance, £10 for OAPs, children aged 5-15 £4 and children under 5 are admitted free. 07769 689823 website

07 Aero/Autojumble & Classic Vehicle Rally & Fly-in, Popham Airfield. Aero/Autojumble & Classic Vehicle Rally & Fly-in (+44) 01256 397733 website

12 RV Bonus Day, IWM Duxford. Arrive in any RV aircraft, meet fellow RV pilots and compare notes. 01223 833376 website

12-13 BAA Aerobatic Competition, Sleap. website

12-13 Sloane Helicopters - Formula 1 Catalunya Tour, Catalunya. Saturday 12th May – In the morning depart from Son Bonet and fly directly to the Circuit De Catalunya, just outside Barcelona. Land at the circuit and watch the F1 Qualifying. In the afternoon depart and land at a local hotel for the overnight stay. Sunday 13th May – In the morning depart from the hotel and fly into the Circuit De Catalunya to watch the F1 race. In the afternoon depart Circuit De Catalunya and fly directly to Son Bonet Total Flying Time: 5 Hours. (Price on Application) +34 971 79 41 32 website

13 Piper Anniversary Fly-in, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

13 Wings and Wheels Show, Henham Park, Suffolk. PPR essential! 07796 878052 website

14-16 European Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition, Geneva. website

14-16 EBACE 2012, Geneva, Switzerland. The European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition is the premier annual meeting place for the European business aviation community. This three-day event features Exhibits, an incredible Static Display of Aircraft, Education Sessions and Maintenance & Operations Sessions (M&Os) – all located at the magnificent Palexpo and Geneva International Airport. website

16 Falklands Campaign 30th Anniversary, The Branston Hall Hotel, Branston, Lincoln. "Sailing with the Queen" An evening talk by Chief Pattisier Stephen Hallam about his exploits from pampering passengers luxuriously cruising around the world to suddenly being thrown into the cold and stark reality of the South Atlantic campaign. website

17-20 RSA Fly-in, Challes, France. website

19 Aeronca Fly-in, Badminton. US classics Fly-in, PPR is essential! Contact for the Aeronca Club events are as follows: Pete White - 01752 406660/07805 805679 01752 406660

19 Shuttleworth Evening Air Show, Old Warden. 01767 627927 website

19 Spring Fly-in, Hull Aero Club Beverley Airfield EGNY. Spring Fly-In Microlights but all welcome. BBQ overnight camping if required. 01964 544994

19-20 Vintage Fly-in, Old Buckenham. 01953 860806 website

19-20 HG at War Military Show, Halfpenny Green Airport. Living History weekend organised in association with the Northern Forties Re-enactment Group. 01384 221378 website

20 Pooleys Day at Compton , Compton Abbas. Compton has been hosting Pooley’s Day for over 15 years – and it’s always a great day for both pilots and visitors by road. We get a great range of aircraft visiting us and often have a display or two. On a beautiful day we can be extremely busy with over 100 visiting aircraft. Pilots: You will need to get PPR from Pooley’s directly – we cannot PPR you through Compton Ops. Pooley’s usually just invite their current customers – so for VIP treatment, free landings and a goody bag on the day, start buying your equipment from them now! See www.Abbasair.com for more information website

23-24 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Day, London Heathrow. If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. Visit the website for more details. website

25-27 AeroExpo, Sywell Aerodrome. AeroExpo UK, is THE dedicated general aviation exhibition in 2012, showcasing everything from ultralights through to turbo props and jets. Whether you are interested in learning to fly, or are already a pilot and want to view the latest products available, AeroExpo UK is THE event to atten in the UK! 02085 493917 website

25-27 Isle of Mull Fly-in, Glenforsa. PPR is essential! 01680 300402 website

25-27 Museum WIngs and Wheels Show, Elvington. website

25-27 Ultralight Single Seat Rally, Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green. 25th May - competitors arrive 26th May – competitors set off to fly as far as possible 27th/28th May competitors retun within 50 hours of departure website

26 Shuttleworth Wings and Wheels Show, Old Warden. PPR essential! 01767 627927 website

26 Fenland Fly out to Sandown, From Fenland to Sandown. 01406 540330 website

26 Castle Kennedy Airfield Fly In, Castle Kennedy Airfield. Come and Fly in to South West Scotlands only Light Aviation Airfield and enjoy good food and good company! PPR Required, Visit www.castlekennedyairfield.co.uk for more information 01776702024 website

26-27 Perranporth Air Race Weekend, Perranporth. website

26-03 June Vintage Glider Club Rally, Sutton Bank. website

27 The Jubilee Air Show, Duxford. Celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in style, The Jubilee Air Show brings together historic and contemporary aircraft from the past 60 years and beyond. Enjoy a fantastic flying display fit for royalty. 01223 835000 website

27 Bucks MC Microlight Fly-in and Vehicle Rally, Oakley, Buckinghamshire. 01442 826365

30-31 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Day, Birmingham. If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. Visit the website for more details. website

31-03 June BAeA Aerobatics Adv and Unlim Nationals, Sywell Aerodrome. website

June 2012

02-03 Sloane Helicopters - MotoGP Catalunya Tour, Catalunya. Saturday 2nd June – In the morning depart from Son Bonet and fly directly to the Circuit De Catalunya, just outside Barcelona. Land at the circuit and watch the MOTOGP Catalunya Qualifying. In the afternoon depart and land at a local hotel for the overnight stay. Sunday 3rd June – In the morning depart from the hotel and fly into the Circuit De Catalunya to watch the MOTOGP race. In the afternoon depart Circuit De Catalunya and fly directly to Son Bonet Total Flying Time: 5 Hours. (Price on Application) +34 971 79 41 32 website

02-03 The Great Eastern Fly-in BBQ Bash, Seething Airfield. SATURDAY NIGHT BBQ BASH - Bank Holiday Weekend Bring your tent and sleep ‘under the wing’ after our annual evening BBQ with music. Bar open until midnight plus music and breakfast in the morning. website

02-10 BGA Gliding 15 metres Class Nationals and Regionals, Lasham. website

03 Jubilee Fly-in, Breighton. Celebrate HM's special weekend in fine style, Union Jacks optional! 01757 289065 website

03 Mid Summer Fly-In, Sturgate Airfield. website

03 The Diamond Jubilee Fly-in, Old Buckenham Airfield. Join us as we celebrate the Jubilee with a display of British Aircraft, 6 Cannon Salute, Fireworks and Barn Dance in the Blister Hangar. website

03 Shuttleworth Mid Summer Airshow, Old Warden. website

07-09 Cannes Airshow 2012, Cannes, France. The only general aviation exhibition in France.The Cannes Airshow brings together in one place the main players in general aviation, offering demanding customers the latest industrial innovations. The exhibition is primarily oriented towards owners, pilots, flying clubs, enthusiasts and professionals within the GA world website

08-10 Golden West Fly-in, Yuba County, Marysville, CA. website

09 Project Propeller 2012, Coventry Airport. An annual reunion for 150+ WWII aircrew, to which they are flown from all over the UK in light aircraft by current volunteer pilots. website

09 Sandy Airfield Beach Party, Sandy Airfield, Longacre Farm, Bedfordshire. This year we will be having our beach party on 9th June with 16th June as a Plan B. Dust off your bucket and spade and put a mark in your diary for more fun and games at Sandy. Usual Sandy hospitality available with camping on site and the Holiday Inn at Sandy for the faint-hearted. Peter Jarvis 01767 691616

09-10 Aeronca Fly-in, North Weald. Air Britain Fly-In, PPR is essential! Contact details for all the Aeronca Club events are Pete White - 01752 406660 or 07805 805679 01992 524510 website

09-10 LAA/RSA 65th Celebration , Duxford and St Omer. To celebrate the 65th Anniversary of the LAA and its French counterpart, the RSA, there will be a Duxford Bonus Day themed on the LAA - visitors can take advantage of a low-cost landing fee and museum admission. Around 50 aircraft are expected to fly in from France. Later in the day, LAA pilots are invited to join the French visitors on their return journey to St Omer, with a celebration dinner on arrival. website

10 Vans RV Fly-in, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

10 Wings and Wheels Strawberry Fly In, Fenland Airfield. 01406 540330 website

12-13 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Day, Belfast. If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. Visit the website for more details. website

15-16 The British Aerobatic Association at Compton, Compton Abbas. Every year the British Aerobatic Association holds the Don Henry Squadron competition at Compton. Some of the best aerobatic pilots in the UK compete on both Friday and Saturday for the prestigious Don Henry award. Pilots: Those that aren’t competing – you are still more than welcome to pop in. Keep an eye on the Notams for timings. A great day out if you are keen on starting out aerobatics. Visit www.abbasair.com for more information. website

15-17 2012 Cholmondley Pageant of Power, The Cholmondeley Estate, Cheshire. Combines cars and motorbike shows and exhibitions with aviation events website

15-17 Rallye of Cognac, Cognac, France. The 39th Rallye of Cognac gathers pilots coming from all Europe, it is traditionnaly planed with flying tests, touristic tours and of course, initiation and degustation of Cognac. Activities included: • Visiting a Cognac chai • Initiation and degustation of Cognac with an expert • Gastronomic meals • Visiting the "Grande Champagne" • Meeting with pilots and aeronautic passionates To win : convivial moments, and for the winner, their weight in COGNAC bottles! AILES COGNACAISES Aéro-club de Cognac-Châteaubernard

15-18 Sloane Helicopters - Le Mans 24 Race Tour, Le Mans, France. Friday 15th June – Depart Son Bonet early morning, fly to Chateau in mid-France for overnight stop. Saturday 16th June – Depart Chateau in early morning and fly into Le Mans Airport (located at the Le Mans Race Circuit). Late evening depart to another Chateau (for people not wanting to overnight at circuit). Sunday 17th June – Depart Chateau for Le Mans Airport and Race Circuit. Watch race and celebrations. Late afternoon depart for a different Chateau mid-France. Monday 18th June – Depart morning and return to Son Bonet. Total Flying Time: 15 Hours. (Price on Application) +34 971 79 41 32 website

15-24 BMAA Fly-out, UK and beyond?. As usual Fly-UK will start on the Friday evening with a get-together 'Somewhere in the Midlands' and will aim to reach both Land's End and John O'Groats during the week before meeting up at the end for a Saturday night party. No need to fly the whole route - join us for a few days. website

16 LAA Party in the Park and Suttleworth Evening Display, Old Warden. A lunch, museum visit and late afternoon/early evening air display for VIP guests at Old Warden. An opportunity for everybody to enjoy a day immersed in aviation in a relaxed and informal manner. 01767 627927 website

16 Throckmorton Air Show, Throckmorton, Worcestershire. One of the top emergency services and military aviation show in the UK. We are committed to bringing you the very best in flying displays by both modern and historic military aircraft that will excite and thrill the whole family. Ticket charges by vehicle, details online. website

16 HCGB UK Helicopter Championships, Sywell Aerodrome, Northants. website

16 Shuttleworth Evening Air Show, Old Warden. website

16-17 Wickenby Wings and Wheels, Wickenby Airfield. Return of this popular event combining great aerial displays with static shows. Keep an eye on the website for the latest details of the 2012 event 01673 885000 website

16-17 LAA Devon Strut Fly-in, Farway Common. PPR essential! 01395 597535/07779 538991 website

16-17 Cockpit-Fest 2012 & Aeroboot Aviation , Newark Air Museum. This regular two day event provides the perfect opportunity for the public to view a diverse range of visiting aircraft cockpits. 01636 707170 website

16-17 Museum Cockpit Fest and Aeroboot, Newark Air Museum. 01636 707170 website

16-17 Abbeville Air Race Weekend, Abbeville. website

16-17 Model and Full-size Airshow, Weston-under-Lizard, Shropshire. Activities including Battle of Britain pyrotechnic display on Saturday and Sunday, on site camping, live entertainment Friday and Saturday night and a full size display with the return of the fantastic Swift glider display team 0775 8895068 website

17 LAA Breckland Strut Fathers' Day Fly-in & BBQ, Priory Farm (Norfolk). Bob Sage 07799 695144 website

17 RAF Cosford Air Show, RAF Cosford. One of the country's top aviation events attracting thousands of people of all ages every year with the proceeds of the event going to RAF and local charities. For Trade, Sponsorship and Display queries please contact cosdisplay@btconnect.com 08706 062014 website

21-22 Pilot Skills and Aptitude Assessment Day, Edinburgh. If you're thinking about training to be a pilot, the Pilot Training College runs a detailed training needs assessment day and skills analysis to see how well your skills fit into the aviation world. Visit the website for more details. website

21-30 Round Britain Land-Sea-Air Challenge, Compton Abbas. Round Britain 2012 Land Sea and Air is a unique marathon event. 50 cars, 50 boats and 50 aircraft will be competing simultaneously against others in their disciplines around Britain. Compton Abbas Airfield has been chosen as both the start point (21st June) and finish destination (30th June) for the 'Air' section of the race. The pilots will carry out their briefing, practices and set off from Compton - directly in front of the airfield's fantastic viewing area. The aircraft will be accompanied by 50 powerboats and 50 cars of varying classes from vintage to futuristic which will complete a circumnavigation of Britain’s coastline by land, sea and air. website

22-23 Sloane Helicopters - Valencia F1 Tour, Valencia. Saturday 22nd June – Depart Son Bonet early morning, fly to a local site, 20nm from Valencia. Due to local restrictions helicopters are not permitted to operate within 20 nm of the race course! Private transportation will be arranged to take us to the track to watch the qualifying, after the Qualifying overnight in hotel near Valencia. Sunday 23rd June – watch Valencia F1, then transport to helicopter and return to Son Bonet in the late evening. Total Flying Time: 4 Hours. (Price on Application) +34 971 79 41 32 website

22-24 Microlight Fly-in and Open Day, Northrepps, Spamfield. 01263 513015 website

22-24 AviationExpo, Bitburg, Germany. A dedicated European General Aviation exhibition in 2012, showcasing everything from ultralights through to business jets. Join Europe's leading exhibitors showcase the latest in General Aviation at Bitburg Airport. website

23 Aeronca Fly-in, Surprise Event, Members Only. PPR is essential! Contact details for all the Aeronca Club events are Pete White - 01752 406660 or 07805 805679 01752 406660 website

23 Yeovilton Air Day, Yeovilton.

23-24 Europa Fly-in Weekend, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

23-24 Europa Fly-in Weekend, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

24 Aero & Auto Jumble and Fly-in, Old Buckenham Airfield. 01953 860806 website

24 Kirkbride Annual Charity Fly-in, Kirkbridge Aifield, Cumbria. Kirkbride annual charity "Fly-In" @ Kirkbride airfield,Cumbria. Sun 24th June AVGAS now on site. Call John on his mobile - 07710672087. John Plaskett 07710672087

24 Old Buckenham Airshow, Old Buckenham Airfield. Pilots and aircraft are confirmed for air and aerobatic displays. There are also experience flights, trade stands, a classic car rally & parade, military vehicle displays, vintage agricultural machinery, live bands and a fairground. One of the highlights of the show will be a parade of all vintage vehicles along the runway. The 2012 Airshow will raise funds for childrens' charity EACH. website

28-01 July Goodwood Aviation Exhibition, Goodwood Airfield. Goodwood aviation Exhibition website

29-01 July RSA French National Fly-in, Blois, France. website

29-01 July Aerobatics Competition, Fenland Airfield. 01406 540330 website

30 Hangar Dance Charity Event, Fenland Airfield. 01406 540330 website

30-04 International Air Rally of Malta 2012, Dragonara, Malta. A week-long aviation event hosted at the Westin Hotel, Dragonara. All bookings should be done through the entry form, available to download from the website. website

30-01 July Waddington Air Show, RAF Waddington, Lincoln. A fabulous seven-hour flying display featuring the Red Arrows, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and the RAF Falcons Freefall Parachute Team, all aimed at promoting the roles of the RAF. It is the largest of all RAF airshows. +44(0)1522 726102 website

30-01 July Flying Legends, Duxford. Flying Legends - two words which instantly evoke the very best of classic aircraft displaying at Duxford in one of the world's most celebrated air shows. The Fighter Collection and IWM Duxford are proud to present Flying Legends 2012; another unmissable fusion of power, sounds and nostalgia. 01223 835000 website

30-04 July Air Rally of Malta, Dragonara, Malta. A week-long aviation event hosted at the Westin Hotel, Malta. website

July 2012

01 Shuttleworth Military Air Show, Old Warden. PPR essential. 01767 627927 website

01 Family Fun Day and Fly-in, Manchester Barton City Airport. Aviation, Family Fun Day and Aircraft Fly-In from 10am. Free Landings for all aircraft. With Fun Fair, Exhibits and more. website

01 Microlight Fly In. Free landings for all Microlights, Compton Abbas Airfield. Plenty of activity on the day with ultralight aircraft of all shapes and sizes swarming in to visit. Why not give it a go yourself? Experience flights available on the day. Pilots: Great news. If you qualify as a Microlight (no fibs!) – you’ll be treated to free landings all day. A great opportunity to catch up with old Microlight friends and meet new ones amongst a buzzing atmosphere – and with some great food and drink website

07 CTC Wings Open Day, Crew Training Centre, Nursling. This leading FTO's Open Day provides an opportunity for anyone considering a career as an airline pilot to visit this Full Flight Simulator Centre and gain an insight into what is involved. There will be various advice centres covering topics such as selection, training and finance and presentations during the day as well as tours around our Boeing and Airbus simulators, Virtual Flight Decks (VFD - Airbus) and Computer Based Training rooms. Representatives from the BBVA bank will be on hand to answer your finance queries and Pooleys pilot shop will be open on site. The training centre will be open for visitors from 1000 - 1630 hrs. Visitors can spend the entire day at the centre to tour the facilities and try your hand at some of the training devices. There will be a 'Careers Advice Centre' for you and your family to visit and have your questions answered, plus two formal presentations during the day - 1000 - 1630 Crew Training Centre open to visitors 1030 & 1315 - Presentations from Captain Lee Woodward - Head of CTC Wings and Executive Director CTC Aviation and a guest speaker: "An industry update and an insight into the role of today's airline pilots" website

07-08 Vintage Wings and Wheels, North Coates Flying Club. 01472 388850 website

07-08 Swansea Air Race Weekend, Swansea. website

08 Homebuilt Fly-in, Popham Airfield, Hampshire. 01256 397733 website

08 Pup and Bulldog Bonus Day, IWM Duxford. Arrive in a Pup, Bulldog, Auster or Miles aircraft. There will be talks throughout the day with Jeremy Miles. 01223 833376 website

09-15 Farnborough International Airshow, Farnborough, Hampshire. Combining 1,400 exhibitors from the aerospace, defence, space and security sectors with an always awesome public airshow which will take place on the 14 and 15th of July 01252 532800 website

09-15 SBAC Farnborough Air Show, Farnborough, Hampshire. website

13-14 Dunkeswell Aero Classis, Dunkeswell. Steve Robson 07980 913415

14 Summer Fly-in, Hull Aero Club Beverley Airfield EGNY. 20th Summer Fly-In BBQ Discount AvGas Camping if required Call on 123.050 or phone 01964544994 non radio only with a buddy with radio due to RAF SAR activity 01964544994

14-15 Aeronca Fly-in, Dunkeswell. Devon Strut aero rally. PPR is essential! Contact details for all the Aeronca Club events are Pete White - 01752 406660 or 07805 805679 01404 891 643 website

14-15 Wings 'n' Wheels and Hangar Bash, Breighton Aerodrome. Classic wings and wheels especially welcome, further details for this event as plans progress 01757 289065 website

16-22 Aviation Paintings of the Year 2012, The Mall Galleries, London. The Guild of Aviation Artists' 42nd Annual Summer Exhibition will be open to the public from 5pm-8pm on Opening Day and thereafter from 10am daily, closing at 5pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 8pm on Thursday and 12.30pm on Saturday website

21 Aeronca Fly-in, Old Warden. Evening Flying Display. PPR is essential! Contact details for all the Aeronca Club events are Pete White - 01752 406660 or 07805 805679 01767 627927 website

21 Shuttleworth Evening Air Show, Old Warden. website

22 Air Day Display & Fly-in, Branscombe. PPR essential! 01297 680259 website

22 Charity Event Tiger Club and Special Guest, Fenland Airfield. Charity event featuring the Tiger Club, special guest and a hog roast. 01406 540330 website

22 Lady Pilot Fly In. Free landings for all lady pilots!, Compton Abbas. The percentage of lady pilots in the UK is 6, but at Compton 15% of our members are female! We are very proud of the women we are lucky enough to have here who are inspirational to us all. Enjoy; Speaking to the women who will be around on the day about learning to fly if you are interested yourself, reduced cost experience flights for ladies, free landings for all lady pilots and chatting to members of the British Women Pilots Institute. Pilots: Everyone is welcome on this day. But if you are female and you have a licence, then you will be able to land for free. PPR please! We will have lots to see and do whether you have your licence, are learning, or you enjoy being a passenger. Visit www.abbasair.com for more information website

23-29 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA. EAA members and aviation enthusiasts totaling more than 500,000 from more than 60 countries attend EAA AirVenture at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or an aviation novice, AirVenture has something for you, with daily air shows, aerobatics and pyrotechnics, fly-In theatre, forums, workshops, plus much more is included with your daily admission. website

28 Westonzoyland Scrumpy and Cheeze Fly-in, Westonzoyland. Westonzoyland Flying Club will be holding their annual Fly In on Saturday 28 July 2012. BBQ and refreshments available all day. Pilots are welcome to stay the night and camp by their plane. No landing or camping fees. Live band, pig roast and chilli (veggie option available)in the evening £7.50 per person to cover cost of band, food etc. Mogas available. website

28-29 Andover Strut LAA Weekend Fly-in, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

29 Museum Air Show, East Fortune Airfield. website

August 2012

04 LAA Devon Strut Fly-in, Treborough. PPR essential. 01984 641179 website

04 BAeA Aerobatic Loop Beginners Event, Sleap. To hire aircraft for the contest, contact Adrian Willis (07712 864413) adrian.willis@blackfusiondev.com. Entry fee is £10 BAeA members, £25 non-members [Inc day membership of BAeA]. website

05 Summer Madness Fly-in, The Aerodrome - Breighton. Open to all aircraft. 01757 289065 website

05 LAA Devon Strut Fly-in, Lundy. PPR essential 01752 406660/07805 805679 website

05 Shuttleworth Military Pageant Air Show, Old Warden. website

05 Spitfires, Merlins and Motors, IWM Duxford. Duxford partners the iconic Spitfire with stunning classic cars, represented by car clubs such as the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club. Hear the unmistakable roar of the exhilarating engines that power these thrilling modes of transport. Tickets on sale soon website

07-18 June World Microlight Championships 2012, Air Marugan Airfield, Segovia, Spain. 7th August - Official training period starts 11th August - Opening ceremony, first competition briefing 12th August - First competition day 17th August - Last competition day 18th August - Closing ceremony +34 629 216 905 website

11-12 Microlight Fly In, Fenland Airfield. 01406 540330 website

11-12 IMPS Combined Ops Military Show and Vintage Fly-in, Headcorn Aerodrome, Kent. PPR essential. Admire vintage planes, chat to other pilots, see a Tiger Moths formation team, a re-enactment of the WW2 Battle of Britain scramble and wander around the 30 different living history displays! 07889 338620 website

12 Cessna Fly-in, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

18 The Flying Proms Concert, Shuttleworth, Old Warden. Now in its 15th year - watch flying display sequences performed by world famous historic aircraft to the accompaniment of a full orchestra and a firework finale. Early bird online bookings Adult £26 Child £15 (5-16yrs) until May 31st 01767 627927 website

18-19 Sywell Jubilee Fly-in and Air Show, Sywell Aerodrome. website

18-19 Kings Cup Air Race, Kings Shobdon. website

18-19 SWAHT Wings and Wheels, Upottery. South West Airfields Heritage Trust hosts this Fly-in. PPR requested website

19 Annual Vintage Aircraft Fly In & Motorcycle Mega Meet, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

19 Sywell Air Show, Sywell Aerodrome, Northants. website

19 LAA and Homebuilt Aircraft Fly-in, Old Buckenham Airfield. Ingenuity and engineering come back to Old Buck with another day for these homebuilt wonders. website

24-26 Aeronca Fly-in, Newcastle, Co Wicklow. PPR is essential! Contact details for all the Aeronca Club events are Pete White - 01752 406660 or 07805 805679 01752 406660 website

26 Little Gransden Air and Vintage Car Show, Little Gransden Airfield. Over four hours of vintage and aerobatic displays from Spitfires to The Yak UK display team, along with car rallies, all in aid for Children in Need and other local charities. More than £140,000 has been raised over the years. 07730 091132 website

26-27 The Best of British Show, Cotswold Airport, Kemble. Aviation, the motor industry, food, drink, wildlife, and traditional crafts are just some of the areas to be covered at the Best of British Show. The annual Cotswold Airshow and Battle of Britain Airshow are to be merged and will form part of this major new event. Tickets for the event are priced at £15 (adults) and £5 (child aged 5 to 14), in advance. website

26-27 Wings 'n' Wheels Show, Dunsfold . The show takes place over two days on the August bank holiday with a host of air and motoring entertainment. Taking place over two days, the Wings of the show delight crowds with 100 visiting aircraft made up of the finest civil and military aerobatic displays, vintage fly-in and static ensemble. website

31-02 September LAA Rally, Sywell Aerodrome, Northants. Building on the success of the 2011 event, including a larger exhibition and the return of an old favourite - the Homebuilders’ Tent. This marquee will contain part complete aircraft build projects, demonstrations of aircraft building techniques, technical experts and so much more of what LAA aircraft construction and maintenance is all about website

31-02 September Aeronca Fly-in, Sywell. LAA Rally. PPR is essential! Contact details for all the Aeronca Club events are Pete White - 01752 406660 or 07805 805679 01604 644917 website

September 2012

01-02 RAFA Airshow, Shoreham Airfield. The Royal Air Forces Association Airshow at Shoreham is one of the premier family airshows in the UK. The airshow regularly attracts UK and European display acts to its unique “garden party” atmosphere event each summer. The afternoon flying display will feature strong support from the armed forces as well as aerobatic and historic aircraft displays. website

01-02 Fly to the Past Air Show, Kidlington. website

01-02 The Schneider Air Race, Sandown Airfield, Isle of Wight. website

02 Autmn Fly In, Sturgate Airfield. Autumn Fly In website

02 Heli Day, Breighton Aerodrome. Mainly rotary-winged aircraft but fixed winged aircraft welcome. PPR essential. 01757 289065 website

08-09 Autumn Flying meeting, North Coates Flying Club. 01472 388850 website

08-09 Duxford Air Show, Duxford. The Duxford Air Show is the highlight of Duxford’s calendar of flying events. In an outstanding aerial spectacle, the very best historic and modern aircraft display in the skies over this famous airfield. Featuring civilian and military aircraft, The Duxford Air Show always presents a fantastically varied programme with some distinctive and popular flying performances. 01223 835000 website

08-09 Autumn Fly-in, North Coates Flying Club. 01472 388850 website

08-09 Victory Show, Foxlands Farm, Cosby, Leicestershire. website

09 International Auster Club Fly-in Weekend, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

09 Charity Air Day and Fly-in, Seething Airfield. website

09 LAA Devon Strut Fly-in, Watchford Farm. 07779 143439/01823 601268 website

09 Shuttleworth Pageant Air Show, Old Warden. website

13 Battle of Britain Sea Front Airshow 2012, St Aubyn's Bay, Jersey. website

15 RAF Leuchars Air Show. To celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, the 2012 RAF Leuchars Airshow will recognise the joint contribution of the Armed Forces during her reign. Tickets will go on sale soon. website

15 LAA Devon Strut Fly-in, Scilly Isles. PPR essential 01805 623113 website

15 RAF Battle of Britain Air Show, Leuchars. To celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, the 2012 RAF Leuchars Airshow will recognise the joint contribution of the Armed Forces during her reign. Tickets will go on sale soon. website

16 The French Fly-in, Old Buckenham Airfield. Old Buck will be transformed in to a French outpost for the day as we salute Gallic aviation. French food all day. 01953 860806 website

16 Solent Aviation society Fly-in Weekend, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

16 LAA Devon Strut Fly-in, Belle Vue. PPR essential! website

16 Halfpenny Green Autumn Wings 'n' Wheels, Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green. A fly-in for all types, large model flying, vintage vehicles, fire engines, music and entertainers. Runways will close to fixed-wing traffic for short periods to allow large models to fly – notam to be issued. website

20-23 Chip Fest, Wickenby Airfield. A UK gathering of DHC-1 Chipmunks. The main activity will be formation flying practice culminating in a mass formation sortie on Saturday website

22 Fly out to Le Touquet, From Fenland To Le Touquet. 01406 540330 website

22-23 Alderney Air Race Weekend, Alderney. website

23 AOPA Bonus Day, IWM Duxford. An event for AOPAmembers and potential members. Chat tomembers of the AOPA team and hear talks from guest presenters. Arrive by aircraft or car (prior permission required). Free museumadmission for all attenders. 01223 833376 website

26-27 The Helicopter Show, Silverstone. Every two years Farnborough will host The Helicopter Show, a single comprehensive helicopter event open to both civil & military exhibits. In addition to a UK and international audience of commercial and defence industry professionals, a VIP Salon will be at the disposal of high net worth Individuals interested in private charter and personal helicopter ownership 0208 330 4424 website

26-27 The Helicopter Show, Silverstone. A must-visit if you are looking for a new helicopter, new equipment, or to meet up with your established suppliers in one convenient location. Visitors can expect to see the very latest in helicopter operations and technologies as well as the iconic helicopter brands for the military, civil and privately-owned markets. website

29 Tribute to the Eagle Squadrons - Memorial Unveiling and Talk, The Town Hall, Kirton, North Lincs. Memorial unveiling at Kirton in Lindsey Town Hall, followed by a Phil Bonner, Aviation Development Officer, AHL about the American Air Force Squadrons that were based at RAF Kirton in Lindsey during WWII website

October 2012

07 Hibernation Fly-in, The Aerodrome - Breighton. 01757 289065 website

07 Shuttleworth Autumn Airshow, Old Warden. 01767 627927 website

13 70's Themed Evening with Buffet and Music, Fenland Airfield. 01406 540330 website

13 Professional Flight Training Exhibition, Milan, Milan, Italy. A career as an airline pilot is a rewarding one which combines challenges and variety, combined with a structured career path with excellent rewards. One of the attractions of the Professional Flight Training Exhibition is the opportunity to meet with representatives from many of the world's leading Flight Training Organisations (FTOs) in one place, who can provide you with up-to-date information on how to be a commercial pilot and the types of training courses available. They can also advise and you identify the best route towards an Airline Transport Pilot's Licence (ATPL). +44 (0) 1225 481440 website

14 End of Season Fly-in, Popham Airfield. 01256 397733 website

14-14 Autumn Air Show, Duxford. Closing the air show season for 2012, the Autumn Air Show presents a thrilling aerodynamic show with a relaxed end-of-season atmosphere. Featuring aircraft past and present, the Autumn Air Show offers a fine selection of aerial demonstrations with something for all aviation interests. website

14-28 Cuban Missile Crisis Tour and Talks, Several Cold War locations across Lincolnshire. A series of talks and events covering the period of the Cuban Missile Crisis which occurred 50 years ago that mouth; these will include a talk by aviation historian John Boyce and an escorted coach tour of several Cold War locations. Advanced booking arrangements for each event will be posted on the AHL website approx. 3 months before the date of the event; proceeds will go to an events related service charity. website

27 All Hallows Fly In, Leicester Airfield. PPR Essential - 0116 2592360 0116 2592360

November 2012

03 CTC Wings Open Day, Crew Training Centre, Nursling. This leading FTO's Open Day provides an opportunity for anyone considering a career as an airline pilot to visit this Full Flight Simulator Centre and gain an insight into what is involved. There will be various advice centres covering topics such as selection, training and finance and presentations during the day as well as tours around our Boeing and Airbus simulators, Virtual Flight Decks (VFD - Airbus) and Computer Based Training rooms. Representatives from the BBVA bank will be on hand to answer your finance queries and Pooleys pilot shop will be open on site. The training centre will be open for visitors from 1000 - 1630 hrs. Visitors can spend the entire day at the centre to tour the facilities and try your hand at some of the training devices. There will be a 'Careers Advice Centre' for you and your family to visit and have your questions answered, plus two formal presentations during the day - 1000 - 1630 Crew Training Centre open to visitors 1030 & 1315 - Presentations from Captain Lee Woodward - Head of CTC Wings and Executive Director CTC Aviation and a guest speaker: "An industry update and an insight into the role of today's airline pilots" website

03 Professional Flight Training Exhibition, London, Sofitel Hotel, T5, Heathrow Airport. A career as an airline pilot is a rewarding one which combines challenges and variety, combined with a structured career path with excellent rewards. One of the attractions of the Professional Flight Training Exhibition is the opportunity to meet with representatives from many of the world's leading Flight Training Organisations (FTOs) in one place, who can provide you with up-to-date information on how to be a commercial pilot and the types of training courses available. They can also advise and you identify the best route towards an Airline Transport Pilot's Licence (ATPL). +44 (0) 1225 481440 website

08-12 Sloane Helicopters - WRC Catalunya Tour, Catalunya. Thursday 8th November – depart Son Bonet in the morning and fly to the WRC Staging Base in Tarragona. We need special permits for the WRC Catalunya to be part of the official helicopter fleet; this will enable us to fly to all and every stage during the race and land at each location to watch the stages. This means a lot of short flights involving confined area departures and arrivals in the area. The last day of the WRC is the Sunday, with the celebrations after the races. We would over night on the Sunday and depart on the Monday. We will be staying in the WRC compound and hotels. Monday 12th November – depart Tarragona to Son Bonet. Total Flying Time: 7 Hours. (Price on Application) +34 971 79 41 32 website

10-11 Sloane Helicopters - MotoGP Valencia Tour, Valencia. Saturday 10th November – Depart Son Bonet early morning, fly to a local site, 20nm from Valencia. Due to local restrictions helicopters are not permitted to operate within 20 nm of the race course! Private transportation will be arranged to take us to the track to watch the qualifying, then overnight in hotel near Valencia. Sunday 11th November – watch Motogp Valencia. As it is November there is insufficient daylight to return to Son Bonet on the Sunday, so we will overnight in Valencia. Monday 12th November – depart private site and return to Son Bonet Total Flying Time: 7 Hours. (Price on Application) +34 971 79 41 32 website

11 Sunday Lunch, Fenland Airfield. Sunday lunch in memory of the first training flight undertaken from the Fenland on 12 Nov 1972 in a Jodel D120A (G-ASXU) at £6.75 per hour! 01406 540330 website

23 40 Years of Fenland Quiz, Fenland Airfield. Sunday lunch in memory of the first training flight website

September 2013

24-26 Helitech 2013, Duxford Airfield, Cambridgeshire. website