One of the things I was most looking forward to when I started flying was getting to fly into other airfields/airports. Before heading off on my cross-country qualifier, I need to land dual at the aerodromes I'll be visiting.
First up was Southend (now London Southend International!). Although not on my cross country qualifier, we do most of our handling in and around the area, and any problems in flight would likely necessitate a diversion here, so it's well worth getting the practice in. It's also a controlled airport, so unlike my airfield ATSU which just give information, Southend ATC give instructions which you are required to comply with.
We radioed Southend from about 15 miles away and stated our intentions; then called as requested over the reporting point, whereby we were directed to join right base for 2-4. As we announced ourselves on final approach we received our landing clearance, as follows: "Golf-Charlie Tango cleared to land runway 2-4, surface wind 2-5-0, 10 kts. break break, easy X-X-X, after the landing cessna, you are cleared to line up and wait runway 2-4" Once down we were asked to expedite our vacation of the runway so the A319 behind us burning through 2 gallons fuel a minute could get on his way to Malaga!
After parking up on our stand, I paid the landing fee, had a quick look around the airport, then booked out and headed back to Stapleford. Again with it being a controlled airfield I had to receive a taxy and a take-off clearance.
Once back at Stapleford I had enough time to do an hour's worth of solo circuits - 5 take off and landings.
First up was Southend (now London Southend International!). Although not on my cross country qualifier, we do most of our handling in and around the area, and any problems in flight would likely necessitate a diversion here, so it's well worth getting the practice in. It's also a controlled airport, so unlike my airfield ATSU which just give information, Southend ATC give instructions which you are required to comply with.
We radioed Southend from about 15 miles away and stated our intentions; then called as requested over the reporting point, whereby we were directed to join right base for 2-4. As we announced ourselves on final approach we received our landing clearance, as follows: "Golf-Charlie Tango cleared to land runway 2-4, surface wind 2-5-0, 10 kts. break break, easy X-X-X, after the landing cessna, you are cleared to line up and wait runway 2-4" Once down we were asked to expedite our vacation of the runway so the A319 behind us burning through 2 gallons fuel a minute could get on his way to Malaga!
After parking up on our stand, I paid the landing fee, had a quick look around the airport, then booked out and headed back to Stapleford. Again with it being a controlled airfield I had to receive a taxy and a take-off clearance.
Once back at Stapleford I had enough time to do an hour's worth of solo circuits - 5 take off and landings.
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