A little late, but better late than never!! In the summer of 2022 we visited the Billie Eilish concert in Zurich, Switzerland. (check out that video here:) https://youtu.be/GenqlJj_AT0 On the way back to the Netherlands we took a detour via France and made a stop in the famous coastal town of Paris Plage Le Tourquet. On the way we review this aircraft: a brilliant yellow Bristell B23, and name our pro's and con's. We stayed the night and had a wonderful croissant on the beach before returning the airplane back to the Netherlands. Learn more about the Bristell B23 here: Aircraft Company Europe ..read more

In this episode we embark on an exciting journey from Johannesburg to Keetmanshoop, kicking off our very first Namibian adventure! Join us for two nights at the remote and off-the-grid Sandfontein Lodge, where luxury harmonizes with tranquil untamed landscapes. From here we explore the vast Orange River, paddle through its waters in an exhilarating kayaking adventure, and take to the skies flying over rugged unthouched terrains, capturing the breathtaking landscapes of Namibia from above. As night falls, witness the enchantment of laying beneath a blanket of a million stars, dozing off to the ..read more

Hi Everyone, it has been a while since we completed our Sling High Wing journey! However, the team at Sling have posted their perspective on the whole journey, including the flight all the way to the US before we took over! We are sure that if you enjoyed our videos, you will absolutely love their action packed videos of the adventure! You can check out the 4 part video series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VW8eGGrmW7Q&ab_channel=WildLandings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjBRnP0qD2s&t=16s&ab_channel=WildLandings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCCsxkwj444&ab_channel=W ..read more

Welcome to our latest aviation adventure! Join us in this exciting video as we soar through the skies of Germany with one of Bell's demo & test pilots, exploring the incredible Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter. In this demo flight, we dive into the key features and specifications of the Bell 505, giving you a comprehensive understanding of its capabilities and potential applications. From the moment we lift off the ground, you'll witness firsthand the exceptional performance and agility of this remarkable aircraft. Our knowledgeable test pilot guides us through every aspect of this sophist ..read more

Our final adventure with the wonderful Sling High Wing! We leave the Kalahari and fly on towards Kubu Island, hoping to land on the pans for lunch, which turns out to be a pit-stop brake repair. The weather has turned for the worse, leaving us no other option than to change our plans. But we can’t miss the grand arrival party… Join us on the last leg of our incredible journey, together with the most amazing team of pilots, to celebrate SHW’s return home. A massive thank you to Lloyd Ross & Chillipix for the amazing video footage Follow my adventures on Instagram: https://instagram.com/pilo ..read more

Ever wondered where and how the Rotax engines are made? In October 2022 we got to take a look inside the BRP Rotax Factory that annually build thousands of engines for all types of applications: Snowmobiles, watercraft, all-terrain vehicles, karts and of course aircraft engines. Learn more about the origins of BRP Rotax, the different assembly lines, the attention to detail, thorough checks and inspections and see how the different parts and components are created within the factory walls. 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Rotax origins 2:36 Engine applications 5:31 All engine types 6:08 Skidoo Engine ..read more

We leave Zanzibar and fly on towards Malawi for a quick overnight stop, before reaching our first destination in Botswana. In Kasane we spend two nights at Pangolin Photo Safaris, where we learn more about wildlife photography and enjoy all the natural beauty that this country has to offer. This is episode 14 of the Long way South Series; a 6-week journey flying the new Sling High Wing aircraft from The Netherlands to South-Africa. Want to visit Pangolin Photo Safaris? Check out: https://www.pangolinphoto.com/photo-safaris Follow my adventures on Instagram: https://instagram.com/pilotbambi Fin ..read more

We are nearing the end of our journey flying down through Africa, and for the last few days we are joined by 3 other Sling aircraft to celebrate our arrival. Join us for a few days of fun with this vibrant gang, visiting the Kalahari Meerkats, riding horses over the salt pans, and even flying with the indigenous San people! A Botswana experience we will never forget!! Follow my adventures on Instagram: https://instagram.com/pilotbambi Find out more about the Aircraft: http://slingaircraft.com Get ForeFlight here: http://foreflight.com Get the Gear I use at http://kamera-express.nl ✦ Main Camer ..read more

In this personal video, I share one of the most special flights that we made on our journey south. We are 4 weeks into our trip, and have spent a few days in Tanzania, where I lived for 12 years growing up. In this episode we take someone very special for a flight over Dar es Salaam. Rose is like a second mother to me, and has played an incredibly important role in my upbringing. To thank her for all she has done for me, I take her flying over her home city and even let her have a try at the controls! After an exciting flight, we are invited for a home cooked Swahili meal, and enjoy the compan ..read more

In this episode we fly from Dar es Salaam to the island of Zanzibar for a few days of cultural exploration. This tropical paradise has a long, tragic history as it was the main slave-trading port for the African Great Lakes region. Today the Arabic, Persian and European influences from the past still linger around the small streets and are ever-present in local music and cuisine. Join us as we learn, laugh and wander. The Swahili coast is simply magical! This is episode 13 of the Long way South Series; a 6 week journey flying the new Sling High Wing aircraft from The Netherlands to South ..read more