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The magic of Milford Sound NZ


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Departing  from Queenstown NZ , I followed lake Wakatipu until the entrance  of lake Rere . Climbed  to 9000ft  to cross the southern Alps of Mount Aspiring   National Park  and kept on the right side of Mont Christina. Once over the ranges  I made a U turn over the Tasman Sea and entered the Milford Sound . 

I used  Active Sky  and the weather over the Alps deteriorated  badly.   High Mountains , very windy, and no  visibility.  I entered  Milford  Sound  under heavy rain. which is a difficult landing under any condition . But miracle as soon as I landed the  the sun came out,  with a few drops or rain.    My story  had then a happy Ending .

I would like to share  with you  this  adventure 

Cheers 

Charles 

 

 

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13 minutes ago, olderndirt said:

One of the great things about Orbx NZSI scenery is that route from Queenstown to Milford - too bad your enroute weather was so crappy.

 The en-route part , was a real challenge . No viz, Not enough altitude to avoid the  mountain range I followed a valley and hoped for the best. I have to admit I had a few close calls , but then ,the excitement is leaving dangerously ( but sitting  comfortably at my desk!)

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