Understandably, a lot of people have a fear of turbulence when flying. I’m going to try and explain what turbulence is and why it’s nothing to worry about so that you can get on your next flight feeling confident and relaxed. What is turbulence? The best way to explain turbulence is like waves on the sea. If you’ve ever been on a boat, you’ve probably experienced a few waves. What happens to the boat? Nothing! You simply ride out the waves, perhaps slow down slightly so the effects are reduced, or take a different route. It’s a little uncomfortable and inconvenient but does not endanger the bo ..read more

I’ve always loved clouds. Flying through them especially, surfing the tops is like being in magical parallel universe. However not all clouds are that friendly. Here are a few of my top cloud pictures i’ve snapped and a little cloud bio to go with them. A Growing Cumulonimbus Cirrus Shape: Wispy, hair-like, layered Height: High 20,000 - 40,000ft Precipitation: none Avoid or Fly : Fly Cirrus clouds are short, detached, hair-like clouds found at high altitudes. They ..read more

University Air Squadron? What’s that I hear you say. I had no idea either before a friend of mine enlightened me. He was on the Bristol squadron and told me about this RAF flying club that I could join at university and learn to fly for FREE as well as go skiing, climbing, shooting and so much more. I was already signing up.  If you’re thinking about going to university or you’re already going or there, read on and find out about one of the most rewarding and greatest experiences you can be a part of at Uni. Why should I join? You will do thing and meet people you wouldn’t meet anywhere else ..read more