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Jan 2010 -- TIGER MOTH FLYING AT NOK -- Apparently, the Tiger Moth at Nok Airport in Chiangmai is up in the air. This is only a rumor, but if we receive any confirmations or photos, we will let you know. Yin Dee. |
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22-24 Jan 2010 -- KHON KAEN FLY-IN -- Fun trip to Khon Kaen organized by SFAT. |
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NEW AIRPORTS NEAR BANGKOK -- We have confirmed positions of two near airports near Bangkok -- Klong 15 in Nakhorn Nayok and Ongkarak. These are two different airports, but they are very close to each other. Exercise caution and proper pre-flight briefing. |
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10 Jan 2010 -- TIGER BREAKS INTO TFC OFFICE -- BREAKING NEWS -- Last night a Tiger fell through the ceiling of the TFC office in pursuit of a cat. Now we know who has been eating all the cats at TFC. The Tiger proceeded to ransack the office and devour several portions of TFC T-shirts throughout the night. TFC Manager Worawoot said, "this was not a normal situation." TFC Secretary Damri said, "This is the Year of the Tiger, so we feel honored to have had such a visit." All TFC staff have been put on full alert to protect all cats from the Tiger in the future, because the cats have done a marvelous job of keeping the mice in check at the TFC. TFC Manager Worawoot has announced that, in light of recent events, all TFC members will receive one FREE partially eaten T-Shirt to celebrate the YEAR OF THE TIGER at TFC. Please ask Worawoot for your free Tiger Signed T-shirt on your next visit to TFC. |
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12-13 Feb 2010 -- AOPA CONFERENCE IN PHILIPPINES -- IAOPA will be conducing a General Aviation Conference in the Philippines. This will be during the Philippines Balloon Festival and we will update with more details when able. |
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8-10 Jan 2010 -- OSHTAK SUCCESS IN UDON THANI -- Oshtak 2010 in Udon Thani was a great success. There were over 60 airplanes with great aviation pioneers Khun Vutichai, the Director General of the Thai DCA, and General Pracha who hosted the event and Khun Porntep from Udon mastertech who sponsored the fuel and hotels. The Royal Thai Army flew up a Black Hawk and Apache helicopter and there was a Royal Thai Airforce Alpha Jet low pass along with a Royal Rainmaking Kaset Formation Flight. Everyone was extremely pleased with the turnout, especially the 5,000 children who were thrilled on National Children's Day. Thank you very much to everyone for making this year a tremendous Oshtak Event. View previous Oshtak event. Any questions -- sunnysportflying@yahoo.com |
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Nov 2009 -- SKYDIVING IN SRIRACHA -- According to Mac, Skydiving is finally up and running down in Sriracha with a Pilatus Porter. This could be a great step forward for General Aviation in Thailand. We will keep you posted on the progress of this exciting project -- www.thaiskyadventures.com |
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FUNERAL CEREMONY FOR ADJAN KRISDA -- The TFC is very sad to report that our dear friend and former President of the club, Adjan Krisda, has passed away. Adjan Krisda was very instrumental in the pioneering development of the club in the early days and he will be missed. His funeral ceremony is being held at Wat Benjamobpit, Sala 100 year, starting at 7pm on 14 January 2010. Present on the first evening were Khun Chuan (former Prime Minister) and Khun Suthep (Vice Prime Minister). The ceremony continues until 25th January with the Buddhist ritual lasting for 100 days. If you have any questions, please email Khun Worawoot -- manager@thaiflyingclub.com |
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NEW AIRSTRIP NEAR BUDDHA MOUNTAIN -- We hear that there is a new grass airstrip near the Buddha Mountain near U-Taphao. If you see this, please send us a photo and a name and perhaps some runway and contact information -- info@thaiflyingclub.com |
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NEW AIRSTRIP IN BURIRAM -- click here. Tel: 044-602466 / 083-7757070. Please check with DCA to make sure this airstrip is licensed and approved. We do not know. |
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26-27 Dec 2009 -- PHUKET AIRPARK CHRISTMAS FLY-IN & AIRSHOW -- Khun Suchard has announced that PHUKET AIRPARK will have a Fly-In and Airshow this Christmas Boxing Day 2009 in Phuket. Everyone is welcome to come, but if you want to fly-in, you will have to receive an invitation first. Khun Suchard is planning special airshow events and competitions for all the visitors and many businesses in Phuket will be setting up booths for a fun weekend of activities and aviation fair in Phuket. For more information Call Khun Suchard -- 0818104510.. |
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BEST OCEAN'S FIRST FLY-IN-BREAKFAST WAS A GREAT SUCCESS -- On 23 August, 7 aircraft from Bang Phra, Pattaya Airpark, and Don Muang flew into Best Ocean Airpark for Breakfast. The group of 7 aircraft were greeted by DCA Deputy Director Khun Vutichai and Best Ocean Owner Khun Sittichai and an armada of golf carts and staff from Best Ocean Airpark and Golf club. Everyone was very impressed with the quality of the new airstrip. TFC member Khun Pracha was the last to land and he sprung into action after a quick brunch to hit the golf course. Khun Sonny then took Khun Sittichai's son, Golf, up for some touch and go's and the 7 aircraft returned. Amidst the intrepid pioneering aviators were Shmirmaxie and Khun Rolf on the cusp of 1000 hours, Commander Worawoot freshly soloed on a solo cross-country adventure, Khun Suchard all the way from Phuket, Commander Tony and Dave "you're damn right," trip idea originator Alonso Fernando, Khun "Thai Cessna" Dana, and special appearance from Khun Nawaporn and AJ. If you have any questions about Best Ocean, you can call Khun Sukanya on Best Ocean Airpark. |
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4-5 Dec 2009 -- UBON AIRSHOW -- CANCELLED |
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10-13 Dec 2009 -- BALLOON FESTIVAL PATTAYA -- For more inforation, contact SFAT. |
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6-8 Nov 2009 -- NOK FLY-IN -- Fun Fly in to Nok Airport and find out the latest news up there. Organized by SFAT. |
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DCA PPL VALIDATION TEST DATES -- TFC Club Manager Worawoot is informing all TFC members that the DCA is now requiring applicants for foreign license validation to take a Thai Air Law and Human Factors written exam before rendering foreign licenses valid for flight in Thailand -- view the new validation procedure flowchart. If you want to take the test on any other date, the fee is 1,500 Baht. You can check Thai Air Law on www.aviation.go.th/Thailaw/AviationActE.pdf -- for Human Performance details or any other questions, contact Worawoot -- email Worawoot |
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20-22 Nov 2009 -- FAI KINGS CUP COMPETITION -- ONGKARAK AIRPORT -- Khun Virayudth Didyasarin has announced that Tango Squadron will organize King's Cup Ultralight and Microlight competition at Ongkarak Airport (Klong 15) in October or November. The King's Cup competition will be for UL (Medium and Low Power) and for Microlight (one class). These will be the two events. Aviators are welcome to attend. If you have questions, you can call Tango Squadron Tel: 025345012/13 or 025238725. More information on Tango Squadron -- Khun Tang recently visited Pattaya Airpark to drop off the application forms for the King Trophy for UL competition at Onkarak Airfield. The event organized by The Royal Aeronautic Sports Association of Thailand (RASAT). More information -- Email FAI |
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01 Aug 2009 -- 3,425 AIRCRAFT AT OSHKOSH AIRSHOW IN USA -- TFC Committee Member Khun Damri is at Oshkosh Airshow in USA and he reports that there are 3,425 aircraft at the Airshow this year. The reason that there are so many Private and General Aviation aircraft in USA is because the FAA does not over-regulate and inhibit the growth of aviation. When the rules are simple and easy to follow, then the industry will grow. It also makes for safer pilots who can fly with each other in their aircraft and learn more about aviation safety. |
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28 Nov 2009 -- R/C MEETING FROM KLANG DONG -- Meet at Klang Dong then fly to airstrip nearby -- paul@aero-siam.com |
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126 REGISTERED ULTRALIGHTS IN THAILAND -- As of July 2009, there are 126 Registered Ultralights in Thailand -- VIEW THE LIST |
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WIN A FREE BOSE HEADSET -- GENERAL AVIATION SURVEY FOR AOPA THAILAND -- All pilots welcome. The Thai Flying Club and AOPA Thailand have been asked to participate in a market study of the general aviation industry, being conducted by L.E.K. Consulting. The study consists of a broad internet survey of general aviation aircraft owners and pilots to gain insights on the state of the market, and identify the levels of activity and any unmet needs in the marketplace across a number of aspects. Please take the opportunity to provide insights from your perspective by clicking on the link below and participating in the survey. Feel free to forward this link to any other aircraft owners or pilots across Asia Pacific you may know outside of the TFC and AOPA Thailand as well. As an incentive, L.E.K. is holding a sweepstakes giveaway for a Bose Aviation Headset X which survey respondents may enter if they wish upon completion of the study. Click here to enter the survey -- http://survey.euro.confirmit.com/wix3/p266060357.aspx?src=16 |
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MANY AIRCRAFT NOW FOR SALE IN THAILAND -- The Newly enforced 5 year permit regulations in Thailand now make it very complicated and difficult for multiple partners to own an aircraft together. This makes it impossible for young pilots to build time in their logbooks by flying with friends in their airplanes. This means that a young Thai pilot who does not have a lot of money, cannot build hours and get experience to be a safer pilot to reach the airlines. Many aircraft are now sitting on the ground, because the owners do not have time to fly them and no one else is allowed to fly them. Aircraft that do not fly regularly are not safe. The new regulations stipulate that only the owner can fly the aircraft and one other pre-designated person. Because of this regulation, there are many aircraft now for sale in Thailand, and they will probably be sold out of Thailand. There are currently for sale: a Socata TB-9 (4 seats), Grumman AA-5B (4 seats), Beechcraft Musketeer (4 seats), Socata TB-20 (4 seats), another TB-20, and a Siai Marchetti for sale at TFC. For more information -- visit Aircraft for Sale or Email the manager. |
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07 Aug 2009 -- BEST OCEAN AIRPARK IS NOW OPEN -- Khun Sukanya has informed us that BEST OCEAN AIRPARK has received its Landing Permit from the Thai DCA and is now open for aircraft to fly in and land. Best Ocean is 30 minutes by car from downtown Silom in Bangkok. Best Ocean is a private airpark for businessmen and aviators and golfers to fly into for golf or to live. Best Ocean Airpark is now constructing hangars and a flying clubhouse and building private homes along the airfield. If you have ever dreamed of flying and want to live next to your plane and a 45-hole golf course, then Best Ocean is your place. If you want to fly in or if you have any questions, please call Khun Sukanya -- 0899227622 -- and she will arrange a welcome party for you. |
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WHO SAYS MAN CAN'T FLY -- We found this, and you are going to like it -- SPOT LANDING |
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AVIATION PROGRESS IN THAILAND -- CLASS G AIRSPACE -- Enthusiastic Aviator Ed has just reported that there was a presentation from Aerothai designating VTCP (Phrae), VTUL (Loei), VTPB (Petchaboon), VTUJ (Surin), VTPT(Tak) and VTPM (Mae Sot) airports as no longer having controlled towers effective from August 1st 2009. This means that the approach to final within 10nm of these airports will be on the CTAF basis of self announcement. The existing tower frequencies will be used as CTAF frequencies from now on unless there is a VIP flight being operated in which case they will temporarily bus in a controller and the airspace will revert to class C. Over 75% of the airports in USA and Canada and South Africa are operated this way because it saves money and it is a safe procedure. In USA, these are called UNICOM airports, where the pilot is responsible for communication and safe separation from other aircraft. Congratulations to Thailand for taking this very wise and economic step forward in General Aviation development. We would also like to thank Dr. Jarung (Head of Airspace) in the DCA for his considerable role in this great step forward. Dr. Jarung is a very keen pilot who loves aviation and is helping to move Thailand in the right direction. Thank you Sir. |
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IAOPA NEWS FROM KENYA -- The Aero Club of East Africa is a very old and established flying club in Kenya. It is similar to Thai Flying Club in that it is the representative to IAOPA. This is a link to recent General Aviation news from Kenya -- IAOPA KENYA NEWS |
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SUNDAY MORNING BREAKFAST AT EASTERN 8-10AM -- Everyone welcome. 150 Baht. Just show up at sunset and have great fun with pilots and delicious food. Jim will be cutting a hole in his fence, so people can move between the clubhouse and the porch. |
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NO MORE LANDING FEES AT SRIRACHA AIRPORT -- TFC Manager Worawoot has announced that TFC President Khun Pee and Khun Nophorn of Sriracha Airport have had a discussion and agreed to waive the landing fees at Sriracha Airport for all TFC members. Previously all aircraft that landed were required to pay a 100 Baht landing fee. This is a great step forward for General Aviation in Thailand and we want to thank Khun Nophorn and Khun Pee for this great initiative. |
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WATER CONTAMINATION IN FUEL -- Khun Paul recently reminded us about the dangers of water contamination in your fuel when refueling. Water in your fuel tank is extremely dangerous and it usually causes engine failure right after take off on the climb out -- the most dangerous stage of flight. This is a good time to remind people about Mr Funnel -- www.mrfunnel.com -- and this is one way to prevent water contamination. Remember: Complacency kills. |
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ALCOHOL & WATER TEST KIT -- www.fuel-testers.com/quikcheck.html |
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AIRSTRIP UPDATE -- We conducted a visual inspection of Koh Chang and Trat Military airstrips recently and have good news to report the excellent condition of these airstrps. We will put new photos up shortly. |
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CAPTAIN TREVOR DAVENPORT JOINS IAT IN BANG PHRA -- Captain Trevor Davenport has been appointed Aviation English Instructor at IAT Bang Phra. The University Flight School in Bang Phra welcomes Trevor to the campus. Trevor is a FAA CFI, CFII, MEI, LMT with certification to teach Aviation English. He is based in Bangkok, but will be teaching in Bang Phra on Monday and Friday mornings. He may be available to assist with FAA BFR currency if needed -- tjdsa@yahoo.com |
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Aug 2009 -- PIPER LOOKING TO HIRE PIPER AVIATION MANAGER ASIA -- Piper is keen to re-enter the General Aviation Market in Asia and are looking for a qualified person to fill this position. Take the Piper Survey -- http://survey.euro.confirmit.com/wix3/p266060357.aspx -- If you think you have what it takes -- email Peter |
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8-10 Sep 2009 -- ASIAN AEROSPACE 2009 -- Exhibition will be held from 8-10 September 2009 at AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong -- Email |
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Sep 2009 -- TFC TRIP TO KLANG DONG -- Dr Rolf flew up to visit Khun Prasert in Klang Dong recently, and Khun Prasert said that it was too quiet up there. His face lit up when Rolf suggested that TFC should make a flying tour up to visit. Now, Rolf is organizing a Klang Dong Flying visit for sometime in September or October. If you are interested in joining -- please email Khun Rolf. |
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5-6 Sep 2009 -- OSHDOK ANNUAL FLYIN AT DOKKRAI -- One of the great General Aviation Fly-ins in Thailand today is the annual flyin to DOKKRAI -- where everyone is camping under their wings and participating in spot landings and water bombing competitions at Khun John's Dokkrai Resort. This is a very fun weekend for all aviators and friends. There is a swimming pool, hotel with delicious food, waterskiing on Dokkrai Lake, and the annual Fly-in Crocket competition. Don't miss the Annual "OSHDOK" at Dokkrai 2009. Previous OSHDOK 2005 Fly-in. For the latest update on when OSHDOK will be held -- Email Paul and Andy UPDATES: Rod has a 35 knot speedboat (water level permitting) and offers conventional water skiing as well as an inflatable armchair ride for 2 people which is great fun. The idea is to have a fun event at a great resort. The main day is Sunday with John doing the catering but everyone is welcome to arrive on Saturday or leave Monday. Accommodation is available in the resort and there will be 2 tents and sleeping bags also provided. We will arrange to make 95 Octane fuel available. Proposed events - balloon busting, flower bombing, spot landing, maybe a simple formation flight locally. More information: Call Jim 081 8282107. Johns rooms are available. 1,000 Baht for BBQ and Room and Breakfast (2 people/room). 350 Baht just for BBQ. |
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30 Aug 2009 -- TFC SALUTES CAPTAIN WATANA ON HIS 60TH BIRTHDAY -- Captain Watana is one of the early members of Thai Flying Club and is also the current President of Phuket Flying Club. He is a very active general aviation pilot and one of the nicest people you can meet. All the the members of TFC and PFC salute Captain Watana on his birthday and wish him good luck in his retirement where he will be flying a lot in Phuket. If you want to come to his birthday party in Phuket, then call Khun Suchard -- 0818104510. |
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THAI DCA CIVIL AVIATION EXHIBITION 2009 AT DON MUANG WAS A SUCCESS -- On 24-26 July 2009, there was a Civil Aviation Exhibition at Don Muang Airport. Several aircraft flew into the event -- including Miss Siam, and there were aircraft from Pattaya Airpark and a Malibu which have not been able to fly because they are waiting for 5 year permits that were given a special clearance to fly just for this event. The event was a great success, because thousands of Thai students and aviation enthusiasts in Thailand were able to walk around and visit booths about all the different schools, companies, and airports growing in Thailand. The general consensus among aviators and visitors to the show was that if the Five Year permit process could be simplified or eliminated, then more people could fly and there would be more General Aviation activity and growth in Thailand that would allow the growth of Thai Aviation Industry for engines, avionics, propellers and more Aviation companies to provide jobs for all the Thai students that are learning Aviation Management in different Universities in Thailand at the moment. The events were posted -- http://www.aviation.go.th/Safety/civil-aviation-exhibition.htm |
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EXOTIC DESTINATION -- KHAO KHEOW ESTATE BOUTIQUE SAFARI -- Thailand has its first Luxury Tented Camps Resort. The Estate - deep in the jungle at Khao Kheow - has beautiful air-conditioned tents in a very beautiful setting. If you are looking for an "adventure" near Bang Phra, then this is the place to go. Off season rates are 1,800 Baht. There is a beautiful tented restaurant. Worth a visit -- www.estateresort.com |
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NEW AIRPORT UNDER CONSTRUCTION NEAR BANGKOK -- Khun Sittichai has announced his plans for Best Ocean Airpark near Bangkok -- www.bestoceanairpark.com -- construction of the runway is in progress and should be completed in the end of February. There are plans for a 54-hole golf course. 18 holes are already open. |
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MESSAGE FROM TFC MEMBER DOUGIE CAIRNS WHO JUST FLEW TO ALL 48 STATES IN USA IN HIS BARON -- If you do get a chance to put the details of www.diabetesflight48.com on the webpage to share, that really would be great. we're really trying hard to get the messaging out for flying with diabetes with this project - endurance flight highlighting how well the US system for flying with diabetes works. I had the pleasure of using a continuous blood glucose monitor, so in additional to hourly blood sugar tests, I had an automatic reading every five minutes. This has some potential to opening doors around the world to allow more pilots with diabetes to fly. (we still only have five countries around the world allowing private flying for pilots with diabetes using insulin.) Perhaps with a small note that we "completed an attempt to break the existing record on 20th June in 97 hours and 32 minutes. Subject to ratification by the National Aeronautic Association, this cut 33 hours off the existing record......" |
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ROTAX UPDATE FROM PAUL & JIM -- Just to keep everyone informed and address current safety issues concerning Rotax Engines: Rotax has issued a new service instruction about operating fluids for the 912 -- http://www.rotax-owner.com/SI_TB_Info/ServiceInfo/SI-912-016.pdf -- Summary and Jim’s recommendations: FUEL: Gasahol E10 (10%) has been approved for use. However there are two problems. 1. Check with the manufacturer if your fuel system is suitable for gasohol because it may attack certain fuel lines and fibreglass tanks. 2. If the aircraft is not used regularly, water will separate out of the fuel. Jim recommends continuing to use normal 95 fuel. Avgas 100LL is not recommended but can be used. OIL: Mobil 1 SAE 15W-50 full synthetic. Top up with the same oil. The oil should reach at least 100 C once every operational day. COOLANT: Evanscool waterless coolant is recommended. Standard 50% water-glycol can be used but may boil at 120 C. Never mix Evanscool with standard coolant. |
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4 May 2009 -- GENERAL AVIATION HELPS WITH POLICE SEARCH -- On 04 May 2009, Bamrung called the Eastern Flying Club after there was a Gold Shop robbery, grenade explosion and M16 shooting in Jomtien. The thieves made off with 1/2 million Baht in gold. Officer Nipop (from Tunong Pleu Station) arrived with one other officer at Eastern Airport at 11:15AM. General Aviation pilots Alistair Stewart and Paul Keohane volunteered their time and aircraft and flew 1 hour each from Route 36 to Rayong and back and then to Plek Dang in search of a gold Vigo Truck and black Fortuna vehicle. The police officers were very grateful for the opportunity to search for these vehicles from the air and Eastern was pleased to be able to help the officers with their mission. This is a good example of one of the benefits of General Aviation to society as we saw during the Tsunami as well. Thank you to everyone for their support and promotion of General Aviation in Thailand -- www.iaopa.org |
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24-26 Jul 2009 -- THAI DCA CIVIL AVIATION
EXHIBITION 2009 AT DON MUANG --
The Thai DCA is hosting a Civil Aviation Exhibition at Don Muang in July.
Thai Flying Club aircraft are flying in on 23 June before 4pm. Landing and
Parking fees are free. If you wish to fly in, then email TFC to join. The
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TFC STUDENT STATUS (MAY'09) -- Thai Flying Club now has seven students currently training. JACKIE and IVAN have both recently completed their first solo. OLIVER and ANAEK are in their pre-solo check phase and should be soloing very soon. NIWAT, ADAM and ANDREAS are in training and progressing rapidly. We also have new students MOHAMMED from Kuwait and KOJU from Japan who have successfully passed their Medical exam and are ready to begin the next Ground School Course. THE PROCESS TO JOIN THE GROUND SCHOOL -- 1. Come to the club and find out how to register for the Medical Exam. 2. After you pass the Medical Exam, you can join the club. 3. When we have 6 students who have passed the medical, we will start the next Ground School (we have 2 now; need 4 more). Any questions, Email the club manager -- manager@thaiflyingclub.com -- and visit our TFC Flying School Page |
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JOIN THE NEXT GROUNDSCHOOL CLASS -- TFC is now putting together a list of students for the next groundschool. We need 6 students to start. Our first student has arrived at TFC and signed up. If you are interested in joining -- info@thaiflyingclub.com -- and here is a list of the students so far: Greg White whitegw@gmail.com tel: 0818909460 // Samuel Desmier samuel.desmier@gmail.com 0899671629 // Shan Wang wangshan.mail@gmail.com from beijing in sing +65 98261610 // Peter Read peter@pattayatoday.net tel: 0806442511. // John Carter JDCarter@montpeliergroup.com // Alan (guy who called Worawoot) // Dominique Perregaux (based in Hong Kong and wants to join) // |
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14 May 2009 -- NEWS FLASH -- HS-PIA C150 NOW READY TO FLY AT TFC -- Club Manager Worawoot has gleefully informed us that HS-PIA is now under TFC registration and available for members to use. Another C150 to the fleet. |
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18-19 Jul 2009 -- SAREX 2009 AT SONGKLA -- This years SAREX sponsored by the DCA and the Military will be at SONGKHLA AIRPORT VTSH. |
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7-9 Jul 2009 -- ASIAN AEROSPACE SHENYANG CONGRESS IN CHINA -- Participate in the next growth spurt of China’s civil aviation industry -- www.aashenyangcongress.com |
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3 May 2009 -- NEWS FLASH -- NEW C150 AT TFC -- Club Manager Worawoot has informed us that TFC now has Sonny's two newly arrived C150 aircraft on line for dry rates of 3,500 Baht per hour. There is also a C172 in Customs which will be arriving at the club soon. For more information -- manager@thaiflyingclub.com |
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AVIATION KNOWLEDGE REFRESHER -- TEST YOURSELF -- Take Khun Paul's Aviation Quizz REFRESHER |
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THAI AIRCRAFT REGISTRY CHANGES -- Nov 2008 -- Nov 2008 Thai Registry Changes |
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FAA BFR IN BALI -- Our TFC friend John Mellor is now in Thailand (until 23rd) to help with BFRs if you need. He has been in China, Nakhon Phanom, Borneo and now he is headed to help with a flying school in Northern Bali. So if you need a BFR in Bali, then send him an email -- mellorsemail@yahoo.com -- John mobile: 0849233346 (Thai) / 081236416370 (Bali). |
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WORAWOOT OMLETTE -- If you want to try something new and exciting in your life, then come to Bang Phra on Saturday or Sunday and ask Club Manager Worawoot to cook you the "Worawoot Omlette." It is a mouth-watering special that you will return for again and again. |
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US AIR 1549 LANDS IN THE HUDSON RIVER -- Listen to the FAA radio transcript of the pilot's comms with ATC after the birdstrike -- http://www.avweb.com/podcast/podcast/AudioPodcast_USAirwaysFlight1549_Audio_199716-1.html?kw=AVwebAudio |
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8-10 May 2009 -- SFAT TRIP TO SAKHON NAKORN -- If you want to join, email Paul -- paul@aero-siam.com -- Colonel Amrung rang to advise that the route will include Surin. Now: Udon - Sakhon Nakhon - Nakhom Panom (back to Sakhon?) - Surin. Colonel needs to know how many aircraft from Tantawan to book the hotel. Other questions in Thai, please call Uthai -- 0814453236. |
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2-3 Apr 2009 -- POLICE AERIAL FORESTRY MISSION
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looking for volunteers for aerial patrol of the forests in Chantaburi. This
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25-29 Mar 2009 -- ELEPHANT POLO IN GOLDEN TRIANGLE, CHIANGRAI -- There is an elephant polo tournament at Anantara Resort in Golden Triangle (near Chiangrai) -- www.anantaraelephantpolo.com |
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9-20 Mar 2009 -- CAUTION -- There
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TFC BOOTH AT BITEC -- Khun Damri the club secretary organized a TFC booth at BITEC Industrial Fair -- www.thailandpages.com -- In addition, Khun Damri is making a webpage for Thai Flying Club in Thai which will have a Web board (members chat), Maintenance section, Admin section, School section, Events section. Standby for this -- www.thaiflyingclub.org |
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6-7 Mar 2009 -- WINGS OVER ASIA WEEKEND GETAWAY IN THAILAND -- Meng has informed us that he is organizing an Aviators Getaway Weekend in Thailand. The details will be updated as available -- http://docs.google.com/gview?attid=0.1&thid=11e4256d5bf073a9&a=v&pli=1 |
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4 Mar 2009 -- HAWKER BEECHCRAFT 1A LIGHT JET COMING TO BANGKOK -- Dear Sirs, As a valued member of the aviation community and one who has a vested interest in the progress of aviation in Thailand, Hawker Pacific & Royal Sky cordially invite you to attend a flight demonstration of Hawker Beechcraft’s Premier 1A (Very Light executive Jet) at Don Muang airport on Wednesday 4th of March. The aircraft will be parked at Royal Sky’s Fixed Base Operation and be available for a personal tour and local demonstration sortie. Lunch will be provided as well as the opportunity to network with senior executives from one of the largest aircraft manufacturers in the world plus their South East Asia Main Dealer (Hawker Pacific Asia). I appreciate this is short notice but I would be grateful for an early indication of your availability as we have to submit ID card or passport details on Fax No. +662-504-3838 for access to Don Muang air-side as well as obtaining permission to fly. Yours sincerely, John Carter -- John.Carter@hawkerpacific.com -- Call John -- 0851535430. |
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12-15 Feb 2009 -- PHILIPPINE HOT AIR BALLOON FIESTA scheduled on February 12-15, 2009 at Clark Field in Pampanga, Philippines and the Bohol Island Fly-In on Feb. 16-18. Everybody welcome. Email Joy -- joyroa@flyaai.com |
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NEW TFC PRESIDENT -- The Thai Flying Club had and Annual General Meeting in the Bushpilot Clubhouse on 22 November 2008, and Khun Piya Malakul is the new TFC President. The club also elected new committee members. Next month, the President will appoint the positions for Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary General. The Thai Flying Club has a long history of Presidents who have served to promote General Aviation in Thailand and the the club's efforts have made Thailand one of the leading General Aviation countries in Asia today. Recent news at the club is that trees on the approach path to Runway 23 are to be cut down, a new road is to be built next to Runway 23, and a new entrance from the road near the mountain is to be opened, a large welcome sign to TFC will be erected, and Khun Damri is designing new TFC/IAOPA membership cards to use for Hotel and Car Rental discounts. There may also be a 20% discount at King Power with use of the TFC membership card. If you have any questions about joining the next groundschool or how to get involved at TFC, please call the Worawoot Hotline -- 086 834 2636 -- or email manager@thaiflyingclub.com. We all thank TFC for the splendid party and music that followed the AGM. |
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3-7 Dec 2008 -- THAILAND BALLOON FESTIVAL IN KHAO YAI -- Another amazing balloon festival up over Khao Yai -- www.thailandballoonfestival.com |
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27-30 Nov 2008 -- PATTAYA INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA -- Khun Niwat has done it again, and this year the Pattaya International Balloon Fiesta will be back in Pattaya. There will be 80 hot air balloons from all over the world. Stay tuned as we bring your more details of this hot uplifting event. www.pibf.info/index.php |
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PHUKET AIRPARK IS NOW OPEN -- Khun Suchard has received DCA approval for Phuket Airpark on 14 Mar 2008. The airstrip is 500 meters long. Congratulations to everyone for this magnificent step forward for General Aviation in Thailand. Planes and people are welcome to fly in -- any questions, please email ROSY -- rosyraksangob@hotmail.com. They are organizing a grand opening ceremony for January 2009 after they have some hangars built. They have also purchased a C182 and Zenair for the club. |
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23 Nov 2008 -- 7pm -- CAPTAIN TANED & KHUN YING WEDDING PARTY -- STATE TOWER, BANGKOK -- On 28aug08, Captain Taned received his wings from Thai DCA, and on 19aug08 Taned had his your fiance, Khun Ying, strapped into the Eagle aircraft and off they went on a romantic "First Flight" together. Khun Taned invites all TFC members to join his wedding reception at 7pm on 23 November at the State Tower. Please wear a black tie or a flying suit -- up to you. For more information -- taned_s@hotmail.com |
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MACAU & HONG KONG --
Here are interesting links to 360* views of Macau and Hong Kong --
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THE GOLDEN DAYS OF AVIATION -- If you want to recall the days when airplanes were made of wood and the pilots who flew them were made of iron -- www.funstufftosee.com/airlineempires.html |
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LADY PILOT PROMOTION -- TFC welcomes women to come and learn to fly at the club. Learning to fly in Bang Phra is a very relaxing and fun. There are plenty of members to share experiences with. There is a full ground school with students, and the oldest and most active flying club in the country. If you have some free time and are trying to find a new and challenging activity, then come and learn to fly in Bang Phra. The procedure here is you join the club, then you enroll in the ground school. After you have your Student Pilot License, you can learn to fly. It is fun. TFC is also the only school where you can PAY AS YOU FLY. You don't need to put a huge deposit down before you learn. Fly when you want. Fly when you have time. Pay as you go. If you have more questions, then please contact the club manager -- Worawoot -- 086 843 2636. |
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AEROSHOP BANGKOK FOR SALE -- For people who have needed quality aviation supplies or pilot gear in Bangkok, www.aeroshopbkk.com was the place. Captain Jacques has announced that the Aeroshop is now for sale. If you are interested, please email Jacques. Aeroshop is located on second floor of Amarin Plaza (next to Erawan Hyatt Hotel). Posted July 2008. |
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NOK AIRPORT NEWS -- Khun Niwat is now the new president of Nok Airport in Chiang Mai. Nok is right next door to Ban Thi (actually 270 meters away). If you have any questions about Nok, then Email Khun Niwat. |
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Buleleng Fly In 2008
Bali Indonesia 1-4 August 2008 เนื่องจากสมาคมฯได้รับเชิญจากประเทศ
Indonesiaให้เข้าร่วมงาน
Buleleng Fly In 2008 North Bali บินเหนือ ภูเขาไฟ
ซื่งสวยงามมาก เราจะบินไปรวมกันที่ Subang Malaysia
แล้วบินไปพร้อมกัน โดยงานนี้จะจัดขึ้น ในวันที่ 1-4
สิงหาคม 2008 นี้สมาชิกท่านใด
สนใจจะเข้าร่วมบินไปกับฝูงบินสมาคมกรุณาแจ้งที่
เว็บบอร์ด สมาคมฯ
แล้วเราจะติดต่อกลับไปหรือสอบถามรายละเอียดได้ที่
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5-6 Apr 2008 - TANTAWAN FLYIN -- On the weekend of 5-6 April, SFAT organized a very successful Tantawan Sunshine Flyin. Khun Supap was there with Dr. Choladhis and SFAT secretary NIWAT. All food was free and it was an exciting event with over 10 aircraft flying in. |
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26 Jan 2008 - NAKORN PANOM UNIVERSITY AVIATION OPENING CEREMONY -- www.npu.ac.th/iac/ -- Nakorn Panom University is organizing an OPEN DAY for anyone interested in learning aviation to visit the University. They have the first aircraft DA40 and DA42 arriving and they have trainers for B797, X48B to give the CPL/IR certificate. They are also planning to open an aerobatic school with an Extra 300. If interested, call Khun Pui -- 042+551137. She can help arrange your flight up there. |
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SINGAPORE AIRSHOW -- If any of TFC members happen to be in Singapore during the Singapore Airshow period, Meng and www.WingsOverAsia.com team would like to inform and invite all TFC members to the event specially for GA aviators -- www.wingsoverasia.com/calendar/event.php?eid=20080117045120138 |
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12-20 Jan 2008 - FLY IN TO RAJAMANGALA UNIVERSITY AGRICULTURAL FAIR -- Located next to the airfield in Bang Phra |
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28-30 Dec 2007 - OSHTAK at Mae Sot -- SFAT and everybody will be organizing Oshtak at Mae Sot this year. Don't miss it. |
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15-16 Dec 2007 - AIR FORCE SQUADRON 2 LOPBURI FLY IN -- Air Rally Celebrating The King's 80th birthday at Air force Squadron 2 Lopburi from 15th - 16th Dec. You may fly-in to the airbase from the 12th - 14th. Most aircraft will fly-in on the 14th. For Ultralights, the form to apply flight permit is available from Neil. If you have problem fill in the form in Thai you may send info to the Foundation email tangoclassic@yahoo.com |
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8-12 Dec 2007 - Pattaya International Balloon Festa -- www.pattayaballoonfiesta.com -- Royal Thai Army Sport Centre and SFAT will jointly host as part of celebrations to mark the 80th birthday anniversary of His Majesty the King. The event will take place at Thammasat University's Pattaya campus. |
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3-6 Sep 2007 GA MEETING IN HONG KONG -- SFAT Secretary Khun Niwat is taking a Thai Aviation Team to the Asian Aerospace Convention in HONG KONG this September -- www.asianaerospace.com -- SFAT is organizing a large delegation of Sport Aviators and General Aviation enthusiasts from Thailand, and if you would like to join -- Email Khun Niwat -- Asian Aerospace 2007 is the world’s premier commercial aviation with 25 years of experience for Asian Aerospace from Reed Exhibitions, the event featuring over 500 international companies will show of latest products, services and innovation in MRO, Air freight, Aircraft interiors and Aviation training from 27 countries including 12 national pavilions. It will be the largest dedicated civil aviation exhibition where it will offer the most comprehensive civil aerospace platform on the international industry calendar in an exclusively all-business B2B environment. The show will be held in Asia World Expo, Hong Kong 3-6 September,2007. Further details -- Ms.Sutthipun Nujjaya -- Phone +668 1720 6822 -- inn@asianaerospace.com |
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17-19 Aug 2007 -- Malaka Air Festival -- MALAYSIA --Thai Flying Club has been invited to this flyin in Malaysia. Anyone who flies in will get free room, food and gas. For more details call Khun Worawoot hotline -- 0868342636. |
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23 Jun 2007 -- GRAND OPENING OF FLYER RESTAURANT
-- Khun Neil has promised that he will not change the date. 23 June is the
grand opening of the Flyer Restaurant at Pattaya Airpark. Fly in for a meal
and enjoy the scenery --
www.pattayaairpark.com
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24-25 Nov 2007 - Loy Kratong Flyin at NOK -- SFAT and Chiang Mai Flying Club will be joining for a flyin at Nok Airport for the Loy Kratong Ceremony. Everyone is welcome and foreign aircraft are invited to visit too. |
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| 1-4 Sep 2006 -- Bali Fly In to INDONESIA - The Bali Flying Club is arranging a fly-in and invite all members of Thai Flying Club and other flying clubs in Thailand to attend this exotic event. Please check out -- www.balibulelengflyin.com |
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Khun Savas Funeral -- The Thai Flying Club would like to share with club members the news that Khun Savas -- The previous Director General of the Thai Department of Civil Aviation -- has sadly passed away in early November. He was a friend to many club members and was a great supporter of General Aviation in Thailand. His Royal sponsored cremation was on Saturday 11 November in Bangkok. |
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![]() CATC
AND KASETSART
STUDENTS TRAINING AT TFC - In May, The club was very pleased to have CATC
second year students working at the club. Jup, Wach, Bank, Hackerkoong, Boy,
Tong, and Jippy are studying instrument mechanics at CATC and gained
practical experience at the club for two weeks. In April, the club was very
lucky to have Engineering Students working at the club to gain practical
experience and learn about general aviation. Thank you NAT, PAO, ART and SAN helping out.
The students received their First Flight with
Club Secretary Khun Lek, and they have received a club orientation lecture
from Club Manager Worawoot and Mechanic Num and Groundschool Head Nuni. |
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Exciting News as Thai Flying Club has had very interesting visitors Henrik and Johan from Sweden in their Diesel powered Diamond DA42 Twin Star aircraft (with 1.7 liter turbo-diesel engines). They are the on their way around the world, and they were warmly welcomed by the staff and members of the club. We wish them well on their journey to Saigon, Vietnam -- www.worldflightforhearing.com. |
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Alex flew his MD500 helicopter to visit TFC on Sunday 07 Jan 2007 and was
greeted by the club Manager, club Secretary and lots of Members and Friends.
Dr Alex has made it down to Hat Yai, where he was briefly detained for some problem
with his flight clearance and landing at the wrong place in Thailand.
Otherwise, he had a very enjoyable General Aviation Tourism Friendship visit
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TFC Member Khun Suchard and SFAT secretary Khun Niwat and Nok Air Yves flew to Philippines and back in February 2007 for the Philippine International Balloon Fiesta. Khun Niwat flew the first Thai Registered Hot Air Balloon in the Philippines. This is a great celebration of General Aviation activity in Thailand. Congratulations on this successful journey. |
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17 Feb 2007 -- TFC ANNUAL MEETING IN BANG PHRA (3PM) FOLLOWED BY PARTY & DAMRI BAND -- TFC ANNUAL MEETING was held at TFC on 17 Feb 2007 (3PM). Khun Worawoot recorded the minutes of the meeting (in Thai) and Khun Norman will get some photos of the party from Khun Lek (the club secretary) for us to post here. |
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23 February 2007 -- SFAT SUMMER RALLY TO NORTHEAST -- SFAT is organizing a summer rally to the Northeast of Thailand. Aircraft meet at Eastern and leave on Thursday 23 February. Eastern - Khon Kaen - Sawan Dandin - Sakon Nakhon - Ubon - Korat - Tantawan or Eastern. Any questions, contact Uthai -- 0814453236 |
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31 March -- HAPPY BIRTHDAY KHUN WORAWOOT -- Our club manager celebrated his birthday this Saturday. The best possible present that he could have was that TFC Students -- DAVID TUCK and UCHIDA SAN -- passed their DCA Flight Tests. We hope Rajan will soon too. Worawoot has had a busy week at the DCA, and thanks to his hard work Khun Rolf was able to get his C of A, and the returning Eagle was permitted to fly back and operate on its Thai registration, and the TFC students were able to complete their flight test. Thank you Khun Worawoot for a great job -- now relax and enjoy your birthday!! |
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