Fifty years ago on 21st March 1971, a bright yellow Lynx prototype (XW835) took off from Yeovil. The now-iconic aircraft piloted by Ron Gellatly, completed two short flights of ten minutes and 20 minutes respectively. In addition to the Chief Test Pilot, his Deputy, Roy Moxam occupied the co-pilot’s seat, and Dave Gibbings flew as the Flight Test Engineer, responsible for instrumentation management, stress data monitoring, and back-up observations. This landmark marks the 50

By Andre Venter The Barnstormers Model Flying Club Airfield situated just off the R21 between Pretoria and Kempton Park hosted the Large Scale Aerobatics Extravaganza from 26 to 28 March. Pilots made their way from all over the country to compete in this exciting format of RC flying. The first LSA Extravaganza was held at Henley Model Flying Club last year and it was decided to make it an annual event. The extravaganza is not only an LSA competition but includes many other ev