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Microlight Flying
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Microlight flying is a growing sport that commenced in the 1980’s as an affordable option of flying that also allowed easy transport of the aircraft. In Australia, the term microlight is used to describe a one or two seat weight-shift aircraft with a maximum take off weight of 600kg. They are also referred to as “Trikes”.Microlights can be registered with the Hang Gliding Federation of Australia (HGFA) or Recreational Aviation Australia (RAA) and operate under the Civil Aviation Regulations that also regulate three-axis ultralights.Royal Newcastle Aero Club (RNAC) airfield at Rutherford has an active microlight training school operating from it that fosters a significant microlight community. To complement this, RNAC has recently brought on line an Airborne Classic Trike for hire. This allows approved pilots to hire a microlight for recreational flights around the beautiful Hunter Region, boasting great coastlines, many vineyards and spectacular sandstone rock walls.For those interested in finding out more about this fun sport contact RNAC on 4932 8888.
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