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1718 FLIGHT International, 10 December 1977 was so severe that they had to be renewed. CAA comment: "When using light aircraft for parachuting there is a risk of the aircraft being seriously damaged or made uncontrollable by the premature deployment of a para chute. This risk would appear to be greatest when a static line is used for parachute deployment, though the snagging of rip-cord handles on air craft cabin fittings may be a problem in either the static line or free-fall case. As a precaution against possible loss of control, pilots should wear parachutes. This is required by the documentation issued for some air craft used for parachuting." Cherokee corrosion DURING a Check 4 inspection for C of A renewal on a Cherokee both wing rear spars were found to be so severely corroded that in parts the metal had been eaten right through. The corrosion was under the steel attachment plate (current Catalogue Part No 66762-00), and was clearly evident from missing rivet heads and expansion of the joint. Both rear spars aire being renewed. The aircraft had flown 5,203hr, and had spent the last five years in the Persian Gulf. This defect has been reported in the US. CAA comment: "All operators of older PA-28s should inspect this area for signs of such corrosion. This example illustrates the necessity for proper inspections leading to periodic C of A renewal. A number of other reports have beeni received of wing corrosion in this aircraft type." (From General Aviation Safety Information, No 11/77.) Britain's two seat champions WIDESPREAD references to George Lee as the first British world gliding champion since Philip Wilis in 1952 are not strictly correct. In 1956 Nick Goodhart and the late Frank Foster won the two-seater world champion ship. Aero calls for help AERO, the Air Education and Recrea tion Organisation, has launched an appeal for funds following the British Government's decision not to con tinue payment of an annual grant. The organisation aims to make chil dren aware of career opportunities in aerospace and of the value of the air for sport and leisure. While the long-term aim of the association is to become self-support ing, its greatest concern at the moment is to ensure survival after the end of the year. Donations will be gratefully received by the Secretary, Carwarden House, 118 Upper Chob- ham Road, Camberley, Surrey. Royal Aero Club 1976 awards THE PRINCE OF WALES, president of the Royal Aero Club, presented the following awards at the Royal Automobile Club on November 30: Prince of Wales Cup 1976 British Gliding Team For their performance in the world championships. George Lee, Bernard Fitchett, George Burton and Ralph Jones represented the UK under Roger Barrett's management, assisted by crews and team officials. Lee won the Open Class, while Fitchett was 18th. Burton was 3rd in the Standard Class and Jones 12th. King's Cup Andrew Chadwick For winning the 1977 King's Cup Air Race. Gold Medal Sqn Ldr George Lee (pictured right) For winning the Open Class in the 1976 World Gliding Championships. Silver Medals Simon Ames For continuous service to British and European light aviation of all kinds over sixteen years, principally as chief executive of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. Jock Hartley For distinguished service as chair man of the Society of Model Aero nautical Engineers from 1973-1976. He has attained distinction as a com petition judge and as chairman of the society's technical committee. Bronze Medal Julian Nott For his world-record ascent to more than 37,000ft in a Class AX-7 hot-air balloon. He already holds a Gold Medal of the Royal Aero Club and is chairman of the British Balloon and Airship Club. Mike's Mug Percy Blamire For the best dual use of a light air craft for business and pleasure. Breguet Trophy Rene Mouille (nominated by the Aero Club de France) Chief research engineer of Aero spatiale, for more than 30 years' ser vice as an outstanding designer and constructor of helicopters. FAI AWARDS Tissandier Diplomas Roger Barrett For his all-round contribution to British ballooning, culminating with his chairmanship of the British Bal loon and Airship Club, 1973-76. John Large In recognition of his work as treasurer of the British Gliding Association for over ten years. Dr John Tanner For his work as creator and director of the Royal Air Force Museum at Hendon. Montgolfier Diploma Don Cameron For outstanding services to balloon ing. Holder of the world duration record for a hot-air balloon, and the first pilot to cross the Alps in a hot- air balloon. FAI World Record Diplomas British Caledonian Airways For two transatlantic class records in a DC-10: on March 13, 1977, from Los Angeles to Prestwick in 9hr l34min; and on April 22, 1977, from Los Angeles to London in 8hr 4412min. BRITISH WOMEN PILOTS ASSOCIATION AWARDS Lennox Bird Trophy Mrs Margaret Ann Boulter For noteworthy performance over several years as a British woman pilot, flying instructor and teacher of avia tion subjects. Brabazon Cup Miss Annabel Winter For a successful emergency landing at Biggin Hill after engine failure in an Apache. O. P. Jones Cup Mrs Pamela Newall For a distinguished contribution to gliding as a full-category instructor, competition pilot and tug pilot.
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