JamesIceland Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Hi everyone, I was lucky enough just before Christmas to fly a real aircraft for the very first time. The video is of that flight which took place on 20th December 2014 at about 1pm - yes, that is the midday sun! We departed Keflavik Airport (BIKF) on a beautiful crisp day and flew east over the Reykjanes peninsula. The aircraft is a Diamond DA40, which I actually use for some of my Iceland sim flights (although the real one had a G1000). Before the flight the instructor, Arnar, had asked if I had any flying experience and I explained I was an armchair pilot. He seemed happy enough with this and as a result I flew from takeoff to touchdown - which was brave of him! We even did a simulated ILS into RWY02 which he'd never done with anyone on their first lesson - apart from a bit of rudder and throttle help I was pretty chuffed. Anyway, hope you enjoy the video - having flown the scenery for real, I have to say I am blown away at how accurate the Orbx layers are - unbelievable! The good news is I have another flight booked for the summer when I head back and I will now be working towards a PPL longer term. I'm hooked! James >http://youtu.be/eOoJA-DiqZ8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Museumkeeper Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Hello James What a wonderful experience and one that I am sure you will want to repeat as soon as possible. My first flight, hands on, was over the Solway Firth in Scotland for my 50th Birthday and I will never forget the experience. Many thanks for sharing this Kind regards Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voyager Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Despite the cold, it's a wonderful world this ours! Thanks for sharing mate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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