April 5Apr 5 Dear friends, Join me on my trip around the globe in the fabulous Piper Comanche. I really hope I’ll complete the journey one day… or maybe not. Let’s see — and let’s skip the blah! The first leg starts in Munich, Germany — or more precisely, in Oberschleißheim (EDNX), just north of the Bavarian capital. Today, we’ll be flying to Lido Airport in Venice, Italy. Estimated flight time is about 90 minutes. It’s Easter, and spring has finally arrived. Time to get ready for the big adventure. With a 22-knot headwind, the takeoff roll was pleasantly short. Waving goodbye to my hometown. You can spot Marienplatz and the Frauenkirche near the wingtip. A few moments later, we’ve passed the suburbs and are flying over Lake Starnberg. The Alps are already visible on the horizon. Passing the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest mountain, right on the border with Austria. After entering Austrian airspace, we pass overhead Innsbruck’s controlled airspace and continue southeast toward the Brenner Pass, one of the most important Alpine transit routes between Germany/Austria and Italy. The Inn Valley to the left, with Innsbruck visible in the distance. Just a few minutes later, we’ve already left Austria, and Italy welcomes us with a stunning view of the Dolomites (Langkofel / Sasso Lungo). Piz Boè shining in the afternoon sun. Time to continue south. Only a few minutes later, we’ve crossed the Alps, and the Adriatic Sea comes into view. Venice is already straight ahead. What a view — Venice is always worth a visit! Overflying the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Square. Entering left downwind for Lido Airport. Arriving at Lido after 90 minutes. Best regards, Holger
April 6Apr 6 Author Yes, it's a great plane. I just love this livery on the Piper Comanche. Best regards, Holger
April 12Apr 12 Holger, I always enjoy your flights. Why don't you post a link to your flight plans? I'd love to fly them> Thank You. Bill McCracken
April 13Apr 13 Author 11 hours ago, macpilot said: Why don't you post a link to your flight plans? Good morning, Bill! I can do that on future flights. Thank you for joining me. 🙂 Which file format would be helpful for you? I create my flightplans using Little NavMap and I can export into different file formats. And sometimes, I create them directly in the Navigraph VFR map - it depends on the region where I am flying. Best regards, Holger
April 13Apr 13 Holger, I can use both formats. If you want to email me any of your current flight plans. In those formats. That's fine. Thank You. Bill McCracken
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