We punched (flying term) our way back to Corsica and topped up fuel and then onwards to Spain, to a small town called Ampuriabravia. The gear problem persisted.
Eckhardt (the aviation mechanic who looked after EC-JIA for Isabel) was good enough to meet us in the airport and find us a hotel. Donna will love hearing that he has a dog (charlie) that hangs out with him like Saffie hangs out with her.
We won't be able to work till Monday but it should be all good. He can get parts overnight and hen before you know it we will be off again, albeit a week later than expected.
I am hoping my boss will be tolerant.
Ampuriabravia is a Spanish Venice. You need to google earth it. Boats. Canals. Beach. Yep, tourists.
The flying approach into the aerodrome is something else. Right over the town to a shortish runway which we did with ease.
I am feeling quite optimistic now. Eckhardt and Jan will get the job done I am sure.
Approx Track Miles: 679NM
Hobbs Hours: 7.0
Fuel Added Catania: 220 litres
Price per Litre: AUD $3.61
Fuel Added Fighari: 103 litres
Price per Litre: AUD $2.49
1.30am in Epping. This post is a relief to all I am sure Ton. MUM
ReplyDelete2.34 am here in Cheltenham but I keep waking up wondering what is happening so I decided just to get up and check. Poor Saf can't work out what is going on here. So glad that it is optimistic news. The puppy sounds great. Very cold here tonight- bitter one might say as Liz did. Thank goodness for loyal dogs.
ReplyDeleteBTW, I can't take all the credit for the fuel and aviation knowledge, CORDON are keeping me sane and being logical and rational for me.
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