The latest print edition of Australian Flying is now available for your eyes! September-October 2019 will bring you some interesting reading from some aeroplanes that didn't quite make the cut to a regulatory breakdown, the truth behind wheels and a journey inside the world of ballooning. There's also a fantastic aircraft review of the Sling TSi, which also graces the cover. And this issue marks the debut of a new column: Kreisha of Habit by Kreisha Ballantyne. Here's some more details about the mag.
Days of Thunder
Australia's northern weather gets very angry as it prepares for the monsoon season. Steve Hitchen investigates what pilots need to know to say safe during the notorious build-up period.
On Hot Air
Kreisha Ballantyne reports on the gentle and colourful pursuit of ballooning and finds out what it takes to be a dedicated balloonatic.
Breakdown
Glen Buckley's company was fully CASA-approved until the day the regulator decided the model was illegal. Steve Hitchen digs into why APTA was set up with collaboration from CASA then torn down with the stroke of a pen.
Flight Test: Sling TSi
The Airplane Factory has given the four-seat Sling more mumbo with the new Rotax 915iS engine up front. John Absolon braved a blustery day to bring us the first test flight in Australia of the new Sling TSi
Lessons from a Logbook
How did he survive? Jim Davis looks back on some misdemeanours he committed during the formative years of his aviation career with lessons for everybody on what not to do.
Towing the Line
Is man-handling your aeroplane into and out of the hangar starting to wear you down? It might be time to consider getting an aircraft tow. Steve Hitchen looks at the basics of tug selection and outlines some of the most popular brands.
Hell's Half-dozen
Tony Self closes his eyes and dives into the world of aeroplanes that didn't quite make the grade. His list of six aeroplanes to give you a headache is sure to spark debate.
The Wheel Thing
What's in an undercart? Andrew Andersen presents a perspective on undercarriage design and philosophy that's sure to open your eyes about the gear you land on.
Plus there's Editorial, Airmail, News, Down to Business, Rotors, Good Sports, A Spot of Recreation, Safety Matters, What Can We Learn, Kreisha of Habit and Short Final.