THAI FLYING CLUB
Bangphra Airport
Sriracha
20111
Thailand
Tel / Fax: 66+38-777348
Mobile: 66+81-9962957
Worawoot Hotline: 086-8342636 (24 hours a day)
Email: info@thaiflyingclub.com
Web: www.thaiflyingclub.com

29 Aug 2010 -- TFC SENIOR PILOTS TAKE FLIGHT -- It is not often that you get this much aviation experience in one airplane, but last Sunday at TFC, we had Papa Dave and Khun Charn together for an aerobatic session in the "Blue Nut." Papa Dave was shot down twice over Hanoi in his A4. Both times he landed in the Gulf of Tonkin and floated. Khun Charn has flown about every aerobatic plane you can imagine and has vast experience in the Cap10 and Extra300. His Extra 300 will be coming back from Germany next month. It is a pure pleasure to watch these guys in action and we salute them and their General Aviation Spirit for Thailand.

Aug 2010 -- "TAM LABIAT PAK" -- TFC has new aviation students studying hard and staying in the Turn and Slip Inn in Bang Phra for 3 weeks. As you can see, these guys are in full uniform and standing firm in the "Tam Labiat Pak" position - which is the official position of all official people when visiting TFC. We welcome Thanachok, Khomkrit, Nattakit, Nantapong, and Surasak to TFC. They are conducting all sorts of tasks at the club and recently they have volunteered to help repair some rotting planks at the TFC "Bushpilot Clubhouse." The clubhouse has now been standing for almost ten years. The clubhouse was built by 1 bushpilot and 2 Bang Phra University Students in 3 months with the help and support of many TFC members and General Aviation supporters from around the world. This year we will replace two planks on the floor and two under deck support beams with new "mai teng" wood that the termites can't eat.

Aug 2010 -- RECOGNITION OF TFC SISTER CLUB IN PHILIPPINES -- www.angelesflying.com -- The home of the Angeles City Flying Club is at Woodland Park on the outskirts of Magalang Pampanga. Located some 17km away from Clark/Angeles City, the club boasts a 650M Runway, 1,000square meters of hangar space, a full maintenance facility, landscaped gardens, swimming pool, restaurant, training rooms and office. The club is open 6 days a week (closed on Wednesday). ACFC is dedicated to the furtherance of Sport Aviation in the Philippines. The club has been operating safely for over 12years. Our aircraft, pilots and club have an excellent safety record. In this time, we have trained 150 pilots. We have a full time instructor and 4 part time instructors. Our club (and sport) is self regulating. We put our pilots through a comprehensive ground school training program and provide approximately 15 hours dual instruction to the new pilot. Providing they pass the requisite check rides, examinations and medical. They are released (under supervision) to complete a further 15hours of solo flight. Thereafter, we issue a Sport Pilot Certificate that allows them to rent and fly club aircraft and take family members, friends and associates up for a flight. Our training is usually done in Quicksilver Mk II’s Rans S-12 Airaile.

Aug 2010 --  SUNSHINE AVIATION UPDATE -- Now Sunshine Aviation has oil for Rotax 912 - Aero Shell light sport Plus 4, Aero Shell W100, and Aero Shell 100 for new engine in stock. Sunshine Aviation is based at Tantawan. Call Uthai 081-4453236

25 Aug 2010 -- LATEST BANGKOK REPORTING POINTS & CLUB NEWS -- TFC Manager Worawoot has found the latest publication of Reporting points for those flying to Best Ocean this weekend. Other news: Khun Sunny's Malaysia Trip has been postponed for some reason. If we hear the new dates, we will let you know. Khun Lek is returning to the position of Secretary at TFC to replace Khun Damri. The New Groundschool Party at TFC stands on the date of 18 Sep at 5pm. Worawoot informs us that he will begin a metal support construction of the Bushpilot Clubhouse. The club C172 is undergoing an engine overhaul and we will let you know when it is back on line. TFC manager Worawoot attended an afternoon seminar for Thai and Foreign pilots at DCA on 20 August in the DCA and a Public Hearing for the new Air Law. We will ask him to fill us in as soon as he can. Coming soon: will will post a TFC "Fleet Status" so you can see which aircraft are available for rent. Also coming soon: The Worawoot "Photo of the Week" (stay tuned).

Sep 2010 -- TFC GROUND SCHOOL READY TO TAKE OFF -- The Student Pilots are ready and waiting for the TFC ground school to start in the end of September. Now is your chance to email TFC and join this class. These 4 guys are primed and ready to go. Chok dee.

3-5 Sep 2010 -- BIG EVENT AT BEST OCEAN -- TFC is sending a fleet of aircraft to the Best Ocean Fly-in. Here is TFC Manager Worawoot and chief officer Nin in formation with the aircraft going. Because of the 5 year permit restrictions, some other aircraft were not able to go. This big event at Best Ocean Airpark will celebrate Khun Vuthichai's retirement from the Thai DCA and honor his many contributions to General Aviation in Thailand. Lots of new and exciting news from Best Ocean with their new Virus aircraft and their up and coming flying school (we hear that Captain Mai from Young Eagles has started a new Flight School with a different name). Worawoot says that if you fly in on Friday, you will receive Free accommodation. For more information, email Best Ocean -- www.bestoceanairpark.com
Details from Neil - Fly-in event at BOA on 3rd, or 4th., for UL (from Pattaya - South, Sounth east bound) fly to Bang Pa Kong Reporting Point 13°28'5.40"N and 100°59'27.00"E Altitude not above 1,000 ft. contact Bkk Approach 128.5 then fly along shore line direct to BOA 13°32'42.33"N and 100°19'30.01"E then when approach BOA contact BOA at 123.65 RW is 14-36 length 860 m. about Sea level. For all planes flying above 2000 ft. contact BKK approach on 124.35 - Fax details (time, Reg.) of the fly-in plane to no. 02-2862925 or Call 02-2855450. Make sure that all ULs have permit and file you flight plane before. Brief Schedule:
Friday 3rd
9:00 - 16:30 Aircrafts fly-in
17:00 Brief - meeting for the event and arranging for Airshow schedule
Sat. 4th.
09:00 - 16:30 Aircrafts display
09:00 - 12:00 Opening Celemony / Aircrafts fly by for opening / ULs airshow / Skydive show
09:00 - 12:00 Special Siminar "Law and Regulations for Private Aircraft"
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch
13:30 - 16:30 Airshow / Kites show / Skydive show / RC planes show
13:30 - 14:30 Written Exam for UPL  - anyone who needs to take UPL exam, the DCA are doing an accelerated program on Saturday.
13:30 - 15:00 Special Siminar "To get 5 yrs. permit for private AC - 2nd round"
15:00 - 16:00 Special lecture "General Aviation and How GA can support Tourist Industry)
18:30 Dinner Party
Sun 5th
09:00 - 12:00 Opening for Aircraft display / Airshow / ULs formation flight / Skydive / Kites show / Rc p;anes show
Useful nos.
Khun Boonthum Aerothai 081-4226030
Khun Nut - BOA for room reservation 086-3291036
N.B. Resort at BOA - special price 1,000 bht./night (sleeping 2) Breakfast included (actually every meal during the airshow.) and for the ones who would like to play golf, Mr.Sittichai the president of BOA is giving special price at 500 bht. 18 holes (caddy not included)

SPOT SATELLITE TRACKER FOR SALE AT TFC -- The very latest in technology is now for sale at TFC (7,500 Baht). The Spot Tracker is small and portable. When you push the button, it will send your exact Lat x Lon position to any email addresses that you program it to. It this email will be a link to a GoogleMap with an arrow pointing to your exact position. You have two options -- Operations Normal or Emergency. When you  push the Ops Normal button, then everyone can see where you are and know you are okay. If you push the Emergency, then everyone can see where you are and know that you are in trouble. This is the perfect way to feel confident when you are flying over unfriendly terrain. It does not need any phone signal. It speaks directly to satellites and then by email to only the people you want to communicate with and the people you trust. Come and test this one for free at TFC. If you try it out, the satellite signal will go to info@thaiflyingclub.com (until we reprogram it for you).

18 Sep 2010 (5pm) -- NEW GROUNDSCHOOL PARTY AT TFC -- TFC Manager Worawoot has announced that there will be a Big Party at TFC on 18 September. All are welcome to fly in for the party. There is a NEW GROUNDSCHOOL starting in Mid-September, so if you want to learn to fly then -- SIGN UP NOW. Here we have a photo of TFC Student Khun Niwat celebrating the receipt of this Thai PPL with Captain Noonie at TFC. Email TFC. Worawoot says that now two new students have received their PPL, so this is the reason for the party.

Aug 2010 -- AOPA ONLINE RADIO COURSE -- Khun Paul has sent us a link to online radio course training -- www.asf.org/radiocomm

Aug 2010 -- JACKY BRINGS NEW WINDSOCKS TO TFC -- We had a visit from Jacky after he returned from Oshkosh in USA. He brought a supply of windsocks for everyone and all assembled for a team photo with Khun Wirat, Kruu Eak, Khun Jacky and Commander Worawoot. Jacky used to be a Quicksilver instructor at CMT flying club (now closed), and he reported that the Silver Lake Flying Club is now closed and that they will be building a university there soon.

Aug 2010 -- MORE BREAKING NEWS -- NEW BALLS FOR TFC -- Now TFC has balls at both ends of the runway. When you land on Runway 23, you will now see the Red Ball Markers to show the barb wire fence which is abeam the new hangars. TFC manager Worawoot is confident that the termites will not be able to eat these balls, because it may be too difficult for them to climb up the wire.

Jul 2010 -- BREAKING NEWS -- NEW SIGN FOR TFC -- After the termites have attacked all the distance markers along the runway, TFC manager Khun Worawoot has launched a new initiative. There is now a new TFC sign that may be posted on the road, so that people know how to find the club. The sign employs the latest technology and has an airplane on it. We are not sure how long the sign will last, because the sticker seems to be peeling off. The sign is now positioned on the road, and it is parallel to the road, so you can see it after you have stopped and turned to drive into TFC.

JACQUE'S AEROSHOP FOR SALE -- PILOT SUPPLY SHOP IN BANGKOK -- Latest News: Jacques is now flying for Vietnam Airlines based in Saigon. He is enjoying his work there very much, and he therefore wants to sell his AEROSHOP in the Amarin Plaza in Bangkok. He is asking for US$60,000 (and the shop includes US$30,000 in stock at the moment). If you would like to buy this ship, please email Jacques -- jacasia@gmail.com -- Our TFC friend in Bangkok is Khun Pui at AEROSHOP in the AMARIN PLAZA (2nd floor) next to Erawan Hotel or World Trade on Sukhumvit Road (near Ploenchit BTS Station) -- http://www.aeroshopbkk.com/osc50/ -- 02-2569786. Khun Pui has ONC maps and books and other aviation supplies. Address: Amarin Plaza (2nd floor, shop 23), 496-502 Ploenchit Road, Lumpini, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330.

SUPER SKYDIVING EVENT -- Felix Baumgartner, a BASE jumper sponsored by Red Bull – is planning to do a jump from 120,000 feet in the air.  Yes, 120,000.  That’s 23 miles.  He’ll effectively be wearing an astronaut suit and is expected to – get this – break the sound barrier upon his fall. (The air that high isn’t dense enough to generate the friction that makes someone peak out at 120mph when they jump from a more normal height). They’re not entirely sure what all this will do to his body (or so they claim, shock value).  But part of this stunt is being justified by the idea that it will collect much needed data that will help scientists understand how the body (and suit) react to such things. If successful, Felix will almost undoubtedly be qualified to join the ranks of the Royal Order -- www.andthereiwas.org -- We salute him on this precipitous attempt.

Jun 2010 -- THAI SKY ADVENTURES VISITS TFC -- TFC was honored to have a visit from the PC-6 and crew Julien, Graham and Kristian this past week. We are still waiting to meet Wayne and Harry. We will post a photo soon and tell you about their progress. www.thaiskyadventures.com

Jul 2010 -- ROTAX OIL NEWS -- Peter reports that Aeroshell Sport Plus 4 is tested and highly recommended by Rotax for 912/914 series engines. Also information on the Aeroshell oils for air-cooled aero engines, such as Jabiru (now 11 engines in Thailand), Lycoming and Continental. Khun Uthai has arranged with the distributor to import Aeroshell Sport Plus 4. If you want some, please contact him at sunnysportflying@yahoo.com

WANTED -- FAA IA MECHANIC & AVIONICS REPAIR -- There is a need for an FAA certified IA mechanic with experience on Cessna aircraft to do an annual inspection in Thailand. If you are visiting Thailand and you have this experience, then please email TFC. There is also a tremendous demand for any person or company that can repair aircraft avionics in Thailand. There is not any company that can do this. If you know of anyone, please let us know -- Email TFC

Jun 2010 -- NOW 132 ULTRALIGHTS REGISTERED IN THAILAND -- Last year we had 126, and this year 132 -- so we are up by 6 from last year. Congratulations to Thailand for increasing General Aviation Activity -- 2010 Ultralights (Steve Darke)

17 May 2010 -- TFC MEMBER SUMMITS EVEREST -- TFC manager Worawoot reports that a TFC member successfully summitted Mount Everest on 17th May 2010. Worawoot has confirmed that this is the first time a TFC member has ever reached 29,030 feet by foot. The climber was charged with the mission to carry a TFC sticker to the summit, and the Thai Flag was provided by Khun Krittika (who carried it to base camp at 17,500 feet). However, on descent, the TFC climber ran out of oxygen at 26,000 feet at night in Camp 4 and was not able to comply with FAA nor DCA regulations requiring the use of oxygen. One of the chief advisors on this expedition was Khun Nung (the first Thai to summit Everest in 2009). We apologize for the delay in updates to the TFC webpage during this 2 month expedition.

May 2010 -- CESSNA MAGAZINE NOW ONLINE -- Khun Dana of www.thaicessna.com has informed us that Cessna now has an online magazine -- www.cessnamagazine.com

Jun 2010 -- "OR BOR TOR NONG KHAM" NEW AIRPORT IN SRIRACHA -- There has appeared a new airstrip (500 meters long) near the Tiger Zoo in Sriracha. If anyone has any information, please email -- info@thaiflyingclub.com // Presently the airstrip is just a dirt road next to the reservoir clear of obstacles. Runway appx 05/23. Position -- N13*08.25 E101*02.48 // Khun Rolf has completed an aerial photo mission (vielendank Rolf) and our man on the ground has completed a runway surface inspection. It is a fun airport to fly over and to inspect the progress from the air. Nong Kham Airport

Jun 2010 -- BUDDHA MOUNTAIN AIRPORT -- Does anyone have any length, coordinate or runway info on BUDDHA MOUNTAIN AIRPORT (silver lake flying club)

27 Mar 2010 -- KHUN WIRAT SOLO IN BANG PHRA -- Khun Wirat is the first TFC student to solo in Bang Phra in quite a while. He is a member of A-09 groundschool class and Kruu Aek and Kruu Billy are very proud of him. The tradition for a first solo is two part. First, you will have your shirt tail cut off (to sign and post in the bush pilot clubhouse). Second, you will be very politely doused with water by all the instructors and fellow pilots and TFC staff. Come and learn to fly!

Jun 2010 -- U-TAPHAO GETS NEW NAME & PROCEDURE -- Captain Piya, who is now working in U-Taphao International Terminal, has informed TFC manager Worawoot that all GA aircraft landing at VTBU must park and sign the airport log at the International Terminal only. Landing Fees must be paid before Take Off. U-Taphao Airport's name has also now been changed. The new name is -- "U-TAPHAO-PATTAYA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." They also have a new webpage with weather information in Thai -- www.utapao-weather.com

May 2010 -- KHOKSA IS THE FIRST GENERAL AVIATION AIRFIELD IN LAOS -- Congratulations to Khun Sonny who reports the first General Aviation Airstrip in Laos and the beginning of Lao Flying Club and Sport Aviation in Laos. This could not have been easy. CONGRATULATIONS LAOS ON BEGINNING GENERAL AVIATION. Report from Sonny: "I would like to let everyone know that we opened our first Laos General Aviation airfield called Khoksa Airfield in Vientiane, Laos. The runway is 16/34 with 800 meters at 600 ft field elevation. The hangar can house approximately ten aircrafts and we currently have two aircrafts and one paramotor. We had a good test flight over the weekend with the two aircrafts and a great crowd turn up. I flew the yellow FK9 and Mr. Sith flew the Delta wing and the history was made. We even had the head of ATC Wattay airport to come and participate the communications of the Khoksa Tower Control. It was certainly a historical day for Laos general aviation. We will continue to fly more this week. I will keep you all posted of the progress. We will send out the Airport Operational Manual (AOM) once it is fully compiled for those who are interested in flying here." For more information-- www.funflying.biz/khoksa -- or Email Sonny.

Jun 2010 -- 6 NEW STUDENTS READY FOR TFC GROUNDSCHOOL -- TFC Manager Worawoot reports that 6 new students have signed up and are ready to start the new groundschool. If you want to learn to fly,  then contact Worawoot Hotline above.

Jun 2010 -- PHOTO OF THE WEEK -- Worawoot captures Charoen on a fly past over Khun Lek. Last weeks photo by Khun Rolf captured this graceful image of Chief Student at TFC Khun Worawoot over Sriracha Bay. Khun Worawoot says that Khun Rolf is a great photographer and if you want to have a photo of your plane taken flying over the Sriracha Bay, you should ask Khun Rolf.

Apr 2010 -- JABIRU EXPERT IN THAILAND -- Peter Thomson reports that Khun Uthai is doing well with Jabiru, and went to Australia last month to do their engine course. He is just starting on the builds for 2nd flying club (another 3 a/c). Of the 1st 3, the J170 is at Klong 16 with Khun Somsak, the J120 owned by Dr Chern of Ubon will be housed at Lerng Nok Tha (n. of Ubon). The J450 Sunny uses, and Uthai is just fitting a Dynon D180 EFIS/EMS, with autopilot. The original LSA is at Buriram, with Khun Win. This will make 7 Jabiru's in Thailand, up from 1 at beginning 2009. The Jabiru engine story is even more successful. There are now 10 Jabiru engines in Thailand, up from 1  at beginning 2009. Two J2200 into Zenair 701's, one J3300 into Zenair 750, and you know about the J300 powering Dan Hill's Corvus. Khun Uthai is based at Tantawan Airport and is at Sunshine Air Service.

Jun 2010 -- NEW TFC HANGAR UPDATE -- Worawoot reports that New Hangars on the end of Runway 23 are almost ready and all sold. The demand for these hangars has been so great, that if people wish, more hangars can be made. For more information on new hangars, email -- info@thaiflyingclub.com

Jun 2010 -- TFC FRIEND IN ENGLAND -- My name is Steve Whyatt, I am a British airways cabin crew member and we visit Bangkok now and a again with a day off. I would love to look at flying ,not only in Thailand, but many other countries that I visit too. Your link is probably just what I need. In return I can offer advice, and indeed flying opportunities to foreigners to fly here in the Cotswolds district, Central Uk Oxford area. I am the CFI at a local military club which is a little harder for foreign visitors to fly at, but I also own my own plane which is not military and would be more than happy to take someone flying, for a small fee to cover nominal costs. ( £25). I can also give info for flying in other parts of the UK but the UK as you may well know is generally an expensive place to fly. I am a CAA authorised Examiner too, so can grant conversions to a UK licence after appropriate training and flight test. My contact details follow if you would like to add me to your list -- Steve Whyatt, 3 St. Leonards court, Church Lane, Bledington, Chipping Norton, Oxon, OX7 6XR, United Kingdom -- Tel: 01608 659295 -- Email: teachair4u2fly@yahoo.co.uk

Jun 2010 -- RMUTTO HAS 49 NEW AVIATION MANAGEMENT STUDENTS -- The Aviation Management course at Bang Phra University is bursting at the seams. There are 49 new students enrolled and this shows the increased popularity of aviation and General Aviation in Thailand. Pictured here are some 2nd year students who stopped by to visit the Bush Pilot Clubhouse at TFC.

Jun 2010 -- C172P FOR SALE -- Sonny is selling 2 Cessna 172P aircraft. Cost 3.2 million baht each. Aircraft now in Sriracha Airport. Full IFR equiped. New paint, new interior, and 0 time engine overhauled by Pen Yan one one and other has 500 hours. The planes are ready to register and fly. Email Sonny

Jun 2010 -- ALONSO SELLING HIS CTSW AIRCRAFT -- Breaking News -- Worawoot informs us that Khun Fernando Ponsa is selling his beautiful flying Dragon the CTSW. This aircraft is in pristine condition with autopilot and every gadget you can imagine. We previously did a Flight Report on this plane with Alonso and it is on the previous TFC News page. Price is 2.xx Million Baht. For more information, contact Worawoot Hotline or info@thaiflyingclub.com

28-02 Aug/Sep 2010 -- PROPOSED TRIP ON MALAYSIA NATIONAL DAY
DATES: To be confirmed later, tentatively:-
Trip A - 3 nights in MALAYSIA
1st day, Sat, 28th Aug - Fly and meet up at VTSS (CIQ) - WMKP (Penang) CIQ
2nd day, Sun, 29th Aug - WMKP - WMSA (Subang) - WMKM (Maleka) or WMKJ (Johor)
3rd day, Mon, 30th Aug - WMKM or WMKJ - WMBT (Tioman Island, about 30 miles from east coast)
4th day, Tues, 31st Aug (Malaysian National Day) - WMBT to RENDANG Island (further up the east coast, near Trengganu) or to TAMAN NEGARA (National Park in Pahang State)
5th day, Wed 1st Sept, RENDANG Is. - WMKI (Ipoh)
6th day, Thurs 2nd Sept, WMKI - WMKP (CIQ) - VTSS (CIQ) - VTSP(Phuket) or VTSE (Chumporn) - HOME!
Trip B - 4 nights in MALAYSIA
1st day, SAT, 28th Aug - Fly and meet up at VTSS (CIQ )- WMKP (Penang)
2nd day, SUN, 29th Aug - WMKP - WMSA (Subang) - WMKM (Maleka)
3rd day, MON, 30th Aug - WMKM - WMBT (Tioman Island)
4th day, TUE, 31st Aug (Malaysia National Day) - WMBT - WMSA - WMKP (CIQ) or if enough day light - VTSS (CIQ)
5th day, WED, 1st Sept - WMKP (CIQ) - VTSS (CIQ) - HOME
If you are interested in joining this trip -- email Uthai -- sunnysportflying@yahoo.com

Jun 2010 -- WHERE IS IT RAINING RIGHT NOW -- Where is it raining in Thailand RIGHT NOW -- Click Here to find out -- the latest hot technology in Thailand.

Jun 2010 -- 7 PLANES NOW PAINTED AT TFC -- The TFC Paint Shop with Khun Gai has been very busy painting planes and now a total of 7 have had beautiful new paint jobs. Now Khun Gai has suddenly disappeared and lost interest in painting planes due to some situation. For more information, call the Worawoot Hotline.

TFC PAINT SHOP -- Now many people are repainting their aircraft at TFC. Khun Gai is from Sriracha, and he is  now specializing in repainting aircraft. He uses Dupont paint and does an excellent job. To date, he has repainted 6 aircraft at the club and is about to start on number 7. This is a two step process involving stripping your plane, and then repainting it. The total cost is 140-150,000 Baht. If you want to paint your plane, contact  Khun Gai directly -- 0850877496 -- or TFC Manager Worawoot can arrange for you -- manager@thaiflyingclub.com

01 Mar 2010 -- BREAKING NEWS -- NOW YOU CAN DO PPL MEDICALS AT BANGKOK HOSPITAL -- Now the DCA has finally approved that Student Pilot Medicals for PPL applicants do not have to be conducted at Phumibol Hospital, and you do not have to sit a psychiatric exam anymore. This procedure used to take 3 months and almost everyone failed the psychiatric exam. Now you can go to do your Class 2 Thai Medical at Bangkok Hospital with Doctor Kay. No more Aptitude Test. For more information, call the Worawoot Hotline or email Alex at Eastern Airport who just did the medical in one day -- alex@th.net -- Alex says make sure you call Bangkok Hospital first and schedule a day when both Dr. Kay and the Psychological exam are possible. You visit the Psychiatrist first (no exam) and he just talks to you, and then you visit Dr. Kay and he signs your Medical. Well done Thailand for improving this system, so that aviation in Thailand can grow. Cost information: the First Student Aviation Medical is 2,500 Baht at Phumibol Hospital and 7,000 Baht at Bangkok Hospital. Some experts feel that the extra cost is worth the reduced hassle.

Apr 2010 -- GPS FOR SALE -- Garmin 695 Pacific International GPS unit for sale (used once) its to big for the Marchetti. I would like to sell on the Thai Flying Club web site. Garmin 695 pacific and international database, perfect condition. Yoke Mount. Double suction Ram Mount. Knee Pad mount. Cigarette Power adapter. 12V cabin power connector. Carrying Case. 76,000 Baht complete -- Email kenny.jackel@waveguide.asia -- Tel: 081-7503618.

Mar 2010 -- ED REPRESENTS AOPA THAILAND IN PHILIPPINES -- Enthusiastic Aviator Ed flew his Turbine Malibu to Philippines to attend the AOPA meeting there and filed this AOPA REPORT.

KHUN VUTICHAI NEW DIRECTOR GENERAL OF THAI DCA -- Khun Vutichai has been the new Director General of the Thai DCA since October 2009, and there have been so many positive changes to General Aviation in Thailand that everyone is very happy. This positive step in the right direction is a great boost to investor confidence in Thailand, to students coming to learn aviation in Thailand, to the promotion of aviation industry and aviation jobs in Thailand, and to high-income tourists visits in Thailand. One of the new positive changes in the DCA has been that now any aircraft can have as many pilots as the owner wants. Previously, you could only have one pilot "married" on one aircraft (with one spare). So it was impossible for people to keep their planes safe by having them flown often, and it was very hard for pilots to keep safe by being current. It was also not possible for young pilots to build time by flying with experienced pilots, because if they touched the controls, they would be flying illegally. Thanks to Khun Vutichai, this has all changed and now Thailand General Aviation can move forward again. Congratulations Khun Vutichai and thank you. You still have to submit some forms to the DCA with the names and information on the additional pilots, but now there is no limit. We will put the forms up here soon with specific information on how to add names to your plane.

KOH KUD UPDATE -- If you want to land in Koh Kud, you will have to stay in Evason Resort. The cost is about US$1,500 per night (estimate)

NEW OBSTACLE AT PATTAYA AIRPARK RUNWAY 10 - If you are landing on Runway 10 at Pattaya Airpark, be advised that there is now an obstacle at the Dolphin show which is on final for 10. If you have a picture of this, please send us. Thank you.

Jan 2010 -- BEST OCEAN PROGRESS - Best Ocean Airpark now has 2 new Virus Aircraft. The Hangars are in process and will be finished in the end of February. The Showroom is in progress and will be ready in the end of February. They are in the process of setting up a club. Congratulations on your great progress.

BANGKOK RAIN RADAR ACTIVE -- Thanks Paul for the link to the active Rain Radar to show updated precipitation activity around Bangkok and Rayong and Central Thaialnd. An excellent link to click before you go flying -- http://www2.tmd.go.th/radar/dmg120Loop.html

ESSENTIAL REPORTING POINT INFORMATION -- the latest on how to report around Bangkok ATC safely

AVIATION FIRE EXTINGUISHERS -- We have found a good source for aviation fire extinguishers using NAF-P-III. This is a non-CFC material for use on Solid, Liquid and Electrical fires. They also have Halon extinguishers available -- www.imperial.co.th/English/Product/NAFP3.html

PILOT AIR GUIDE -- Khun Paul has been working very hard to compile an updated air guide to airstrips and frequencies in Thailand. Please have a look and send your updates and suggestions to Paul -- paul@aero-siam.com -- available for sale at TFC or just print your self for free -- PRINT AIRGUIDE (Airport Frequencies & Information)

OLD TFC NEWS ARCHIVE

SAWADEE KAP
Welcome to the webpage for the THAI FLYING CLUB. We are committed to the development and promotion of general aviation in the Kingdom of Thailand. If you are interested in learning to fly, or if you would like to learn more about sport flying during your visit to Thailand, then please contact us. 
 

BANG PHRA AIRFIELD
Identifier: VTBT
Location: 13*14'N x 100*57.5'E
Elevation: 90 Feet
Runway heading: 05/23
Runway length: 900 Meters
Runway surface: Asphalt
Tower Frequency: 122.3 Mhz
Telephone: 038 777348 and 01 9962957
Pattern Altitude: 800' MSL with left hand circuit. This picture is taken after departing from Runway 23. (caution: high-tension electric wires run parallel to the railway tracks; use VASI when landing Runway 05).
Google Map of Bang Phra
Bang Phra Airfield Information
Check out Runway 05 "VASI" (visual approach slope indicator)

OUR AIRCRAFT FLEET
The Thai Flying Club has the following aircraft available for hire. The approximate "wet rate" hourly charge (not including instructor) is listed after each aircraft. These aircraft are owned by the club or by club members. The availability of these aircraft depends on their maintenance schedules and the owner's requirements. To determine the current flying status and availability of these aircraft, please contact the club. There is AVGAS available at the club for approximately 40 Baht per liter.
TFC Articles of Association

FLIGHT TRAINING

AIRPORTS IN THAILAND

Recent updates: Jul 2010
yellow indicates items needed

TO ADD AN AIRSTRIP -- EMAIL TOM

Always Check with DCA and refer to Thai AIP to confirm Airport Status and Details.

MAINTENANCE

OWNERSHIP

WEATHER

CURRENT WEATHER IN CHONBURI

OTHER INFORMATION

MAPS

OFFICIAL

How General Aviation can Help Thailand
Thailand Air Navigation Regulations
Thai Ultralight Regulations (in English)
Flight Clearance Application (Foreign Aircraft)
TFC "invitation letter" for foreign aircraft
Foreign Aircraft Experiences flying in Thailand
IAOPA welcome letter to Thai Flying Club
IAOPA advice on development of General Aviation
IAOPA " Crew Card" available at Thai Flying Club

Restricted Flying Areas - Please Do Not Enter!
DCA Aerial Photography Policy
DCA documents to Import aircraft into Thailand
DCA General Aviation Statistics 2002
Email DCA Licensing (Saengchai)
Email DCA Airworthiness Inspector (Sumpun)
Email DCA Flight Ops Inspector (Ithipol)
Email DCA Control Division (Flight Clearances)

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT PROCEDURES

List of Thai Flying Club "Flying Friends" for flying information in other countries
SINGAPORE Flying Adventure into Luang Prabang, LAOS (17-21 Feb 2003)
General Aviation in Laos  in Cambodia  in Vietnam  in Burma  in Nepal
Flight Clearance Application for Foreign Aircraft to fly to Thailand
Flight Clearance for Thai Aircraft to leave Thailand (PIC name must be on 5 year permit)
TFC "invitation letter" for foreign aircraft to land in Bang Phra
Print "General Declaration" Form   IAOPA " Crew Card" available at Thai Flying Club
International Flight Information Manual (USA aircraft)
Procedure to fly to Burma  Procedure to fly to Singapore  Procedure to fly to Cambodia  Procedure to fly to Vietnam
Procedure to fly to Malaysia  Malaysia Airports  Procedure to fly to Laos  Laos Contact  Procedure to fly to China

MAINTENANCE & TECHNICAL

Aircraft Radio & Avionics Repair Station in Thailand
Aircraft Parts from USA (Summit Aviation)
Rotax Parts from USA (Steven Styles)
Halon Fire Extinguisher in Thailand (order/refill)
Sunshields (protect aircraft from sun)
Snap-on Tools in Thailand

ACF-50 (stop aircraft corrosion)
Shipping Aircraft Parts to Thailand (Customs Procedure)
AVGAS locations in Thailand
AEROSHELL Oil in Thailand
Landing & Parking Fees in Thailand
Aircraft Ferry Pilot (export documentation)
Socata parts in Thailand

AVIATION & MISCELLANEOUS

McMurdo Fastfind Plus 406 GPS --- rescue ANYWHERE
Helicopter Training School (New Zealand)
Learn to fly Helicopters in Malaysia
Helicopter Charter in Thailand (Si-Chang)
Charter Helicopter in Thailand (BK117)
Building your own Airstrip in Thailand
Sport Flying Association - Ultralights & Paramotors
Paragliding in Pattaya
Skydiving in Pattaya
Skydiving in Thailand
Building a small aircraft hangar in Thailand
Fly to Teelorsu Waterfall in Umphang
Air Ambulance for Southeast Asia
Charter Super Kingair in Thailand
Charter Cessna Caravan in Thailand
Horse Riding - Horseshoe Point (Pattaya)
Horse Polo in Thailand
Nut Powder Black Dog Polo
King's Cup Elephant Polo in Northern Thailand
European JAA PPL License in USA (one month)
FAA Private Pilot License in USA (one month)
Latest FAA Airworthiness Directives
International Flight Information Manual
Thai Aviation History Webpage
Many Aviation Links Webpage
Ultralight Flying in Pattaya
Park Hotel in Pattaya (600 Baht/night)
Haircut in Bang Phra (50 Baht)
Hire an elephant in Bang Phra
IAOPA NEWS - Malaysia IAOPA active again!
FUG BIN FREE - 2004
FUG BIN FREE 2548
"OSHTAK" - TFC Winter Tour 2003
Cambodia Flying Adventure - January 2004
OSHDOK 2005 pictures
Learn To Fly - an Introduction
Learn about Thai Fruit
Airplane Restaurant in Bangkok
Aircraft Radio & Avionics Repair (SriRacha)
Aircraft Radio & Avionics Repair Station in Thailand
Indonesia Fly-in 20-23 June 2004
Indonesia Flying Information
Bangkok Ultralight Flight Academy 02-8719380
Malaysian Eagle-150B visits Thai Flying Club
Moblie Campers and RVs in Thailand
Learn to fly the "WILGA" (tail-dragger)
Siam Boutique (decorate your house)

Dynon All-in-One Instrument for Experimental Aircraft
Thaicessna - Cessna aircraft dealer
Thai General Aviation Statistics 2003
Determining "Abort Point" on Take-Off
Advanced Flight Procedures and Principles
Thailand Sport Aviation Magazine
Photo of Thailand's General Aviation Enthusiasts
Mosquito Hammock "underwing camping"
How To Become An Old Pilot
Round-The-World Flights
Aviation Ground School in Thailand
Thai Airboats
Military Jeeps in Thailand
Are you Left or Right-brain oriented?
Wings Over Asia (aviation webpage)
Miss Siam Flight to China
Checklist for PLZ-104 "Wilga"
Checklist for ZENAIR CH-701
Checklist for KITFOX
Checklist for O-1 "BirdDog"
New Eagle Checklist (by Piya)
Be Here Now!
"Flight to Down Under"
World Flight coming to Thailand
Another World Flight
TFC member starting flying club in Afghanistan
Hot Air Balloons
Pan & David Restaurant (Island of Ko Sichang)
Microleve Corsario - Amphibious Ultralight
Shipping and Ferrying Aircraft (from USA)
Thai Ultralight Regulations (in English)
Ultralight 3rd Party Liability Insurance available
Flying Humor!
Seaplanes in Phuket
Print "General Declaration" Form
604 Squadron at Don Muang Airport in Bangkok
Thai Flight Simulator Team
Order genuine ROTAX PARTS direct from USA
PANA Aircraft Insurance (Singapore)
AIRCRAFT INSURANCE (quote direct from a Lloyds Broker)
The Royal & Ancient Order of Bush Pilots
Cambodia Flying Club
New skydiving school in Thailand
Aviaclub Nepal is making progress
How to import an aircraft into Thailand
Willem Niemeijer, MD, Khiri Travel. Tel: 029686828
Hire Porama Lapa boat in Phuket
Rent a used car for 800 Baht per day