We are very fortunate in New Zealand. When the elimination approach to Covid 19, we've managed to get Covid 19 cases restricted to MIQ [Managed Isolation & Quarantine] facilities, albeit with the risk of an outbreak. No community transmission and a vaccine on the way. Good days!
This means that for all but recent arrivals, we have no need for a lock-down - something that many countries can only dream of! Even domestic flying is being built up again, although international flying is still extremely restricted.
No lock-down also means business as usual for private flying - all we need is good weather, which has finally arrived.
Earlier today I got to fly for the first time in December and about 6 weeks since my last Nanchang flight. The day was sunny, the turbulence non-existent and the air not too busy. In about an hour, I took off from Wellington, flew to Palliser Bay, followed the coastline around to the Palliser Bay lighthouse, then back again for a bit of "fun" near Lake Onoke then back for 3 circuits. You can do a lot in an hour at 250kph!
Anyway, here is the holiday photo. I'm hoping there will be more of these in the next few days before work starts up again 😀 Might be due for a haircut though...
Sounds like you had a great day!
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed following your goings on this year and look forward to see what comes next!
Wishing you and your family a great festive season and many happy flying hours next year.
Gidday mate, yeah, been a good time - now that we've finally had some good weather... ha ha ha
ReplyDeleteHopefully next year goes a lot smoother!
I hope your Christmas has been good and that you have a good new year!