winsor68 Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 PD... just look at the spot image... it shows which hanger the aircraft was parked in front of at the last update... Should help to find it.
Admin Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Just been emailed from Eugene (RAAus President): I just had a phone call from Bronwyn, driving back from with Sydney with Steve T and Dave C after the presentation to Dave Sykes. I am told it went very well and should be on tonights news it was filmed by both 7 and 10 TV stations, if you are near a TV tonight should be worth watching the News. 2
Ronin Posted August 25, 2011 Author Posted August 25, 2011 Ian, that's great to hear, depending on when Dave is heading back Newcastle way i may be able to get some more video but due that dammdable thing called work if he does it this afternoon then i will miss out if tomorrow should be ok, i will keep my fingers crossed he decides to stay in Sydney at least one night....Eric
coljones Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Dave is parked in Dick smiths hangar on Miles Avenue, Bankstown Airport. He is unsure when he will be heading out to Newcastle. He is off to see the sites of Sydney today. Hopefully we will get an update on his movements before he leaves. Col
planedriver Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Planey got to meet him and offer his congratulations. What an achievment! 1
Kyle Communications Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 As I said before David Sykes is a legend thats for sure...and he also seems to be a pretty nice guy too Mark
winsor68 Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 As I said before David Sykes is a legend thats for sure...and he also seems to be a pretty nice guy tooMark And if you don't believe it... give his blog a quick read. It will blow you away... broken bones, sickness, fear of heights... he just keeps going... It really blew me away.
Owi Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Flash! Channel 7 News is going to have a skit on his flight over Sydney this evening at 6. The headline preview looked fantastic.
Admin Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Unfortunately it wasn't on 7 News here in Melbourne
Ronin Posted August 25, 2011 Author Posted August 25, 2011 yep caught it on 7 news in Sydney, great to see Hans and of course Dick Smith, and the way he described the trip, it's been our thoughts all along, the only disappointment was the way Chris Bath said that he flew a wheel chair or likened his trike to a motor mower with a wing, but i was really happy to see that someone at least recognised what a great trip and what a remarkable man, i will endeavour to let all from Newcastle know is he's up for a meal depends on the notice we get, he does seem to do things spontaneously and when the weather and permits are ok....Eric
damoski Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Hi! Anyone know if it is on a catchup service? Just landed at SYD and heading home; really got to see this! Amazing stuff!
planedriver Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 yep caught it on 7 news in Sydney, great to see Hans and of course Dick Smith, and the way he described the trip, it's been our thoughts all along, the only disappointment was the way Chris Bath said that he flew a wheel chair or likened his trike to a motor mower with a wing, but i was really happy to see that someone at least recognised what a great trip and what a remarkable man, i will endeavour to let all from Newcastle know is he's up for a meal depends on the notice we get, he does seem to do things spontaneously and when the weather and permits are ok....Eric If this is what was said?, Chris Bath has confirmed the old saying that "It is better to let people think you are a complete idiot, than to open your mouth like that, and confirm it to the world. Hang your head in shame Chris Bath (Alias Richard Cranium):csm: P.S. Just googled Chris Bath. I knew the name but did'nt realise she was a woman. Pity she does'nt have much of a brain unlike our Flightygirl, FlyingVista Sue, or, Darky.
coljones Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 It's OK. Kreisha was there getting the true facts. Hopefully they will be in sports aviation real soon now.
william russell Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 It would be great if one of you guy's have recorded the newscast. I am stuck back here in Scotlandand have been trying to keep up with the arrival etc what type of reception Dave received. I am also waiting to see if it makes it on to uk tv.As has been said previously if it aint doom and gloom no station wants to cover it.If one of you guys could point me to a link of the footage I would be greatful. I will be flying over in November but I am taking the easy way 747. cheers William Ps. Thanks for showing dave people care all the best, fly high fly safe
william russell Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Thanks for that did not realise that it would be on youtube so quickly have been trying to find direct news feeds. I will see what type of coverage Dave gets from our press this evening when I get in from work
winsor68 Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Hi William and welcome to the forums... I think a lot of us Aussie aviators are in total awe of Dave at the moment.
Ronin Posted August 25, 2011 Author Posted August 25, 2011 The Ten news guys got it so much better than 7 good on them, i always watch Master Chef, Ten have got better line on things at times lol....
william russell Posted August 25, 2011 Posted August 25, 2011 Hi Donald It is the same this side of the world I would love to do a huge flight like that but the logistics are just mind blowing from trying to get through corrupt third world countries and all the red tape never mind the actual flying. even worse the costs involved I believe Dave recons it cost over £20k. It makes my plans to fly from Scotland to Lanzarote pale into insignificance. I was hoping to visit Sydney again on my next trip to Oz in November but looks like time might be at a premium as my brother has booked a riverboat on the Murray for a week. cheers William
Ronin Posted August 25, 2011 Author Posted August 25, 2011 One of his buddies has posted the Ten news clip on trikepilot.com, showing the rest of the guys OS about what's been happening in our little corner of the world, great to see.....Eric
damoski Posted August 26, 2011 Posted August 26, 2011 Hmm. Just saw this ad :-) http://www.afors.com/index.php?page=adview&adid=20287&imid=0
william russell Posted August 26, 2011 Posted August 26, 2011 It is a bit of a practical joke me thinks Dave has already been on the microlight forum to say it has nothing to do with him and the signature at the bottom is for a Master Bates
Ronin Posted August 26, 2011 Author Posted August 26, 2011 Probably, when talking with Dave he mentioned his computer has been giving him all sorts of grief, he joked about pouring petrol on it and burning it, so i don't think he has been near here at this stage...
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