jock Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Poor old Francis in hospital with a compression fracture to V1 for turning to low to ground whilst going for the spot! He may rant on a bit.but hope he is ok......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyfreefly Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Sometimes SH*T happens to the best.... I know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poz Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 If you're reading this Francis, hope you are ok, that you make a full and fast recovery and that you'll be back in the air quickly. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbertflyer Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Yes, ouch indeed, hope he recovers quickly. But, no doubt there will be an extraordinary lengthy analysis on why the accident happened and subsequent calls for an inquiry into non BHPA sanctioned spot landing targets. Parliament may need to be recalled again. Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommcb6016 Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Another middle age man crashes!! regulation here we come... Only Joking! hope he's not too badly hurt and makes a speedy recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantheman Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Get well soon Francis and like the other Dan says I also hope you are back flying (and posting) shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny_c Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 Get well soon Francis! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 I can really feel the love in the room Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyfreefly Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 Group Hug.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
selectsecurity Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 Sod this, I was seriously considering getting into this sport. It seems That it's just as dangerous as having a motorbike, I cannot risk having a broken ankle, back, leg or even worse. Seems it's pure pot luck if your wing collapses or you get problems dur to rotor or other landing issues. Think I will stick with my fixed wing flying, yes accidents do happen even with fixed wing aircraft, however with over 12 club aircraft where I fly there has not been an injury in over 8 years, and I am talking 500 landings and take offs a day. If I get injured which seems likely I will be not be happy having no income as I am self employed, no work no pay. It's a pity I really liked the idea, but after seeing so much on you tube I have been put off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaggydec Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 Think of all the nice Nurses you re going to meet....Mind you , break both your arms , and you ll need some really good mates !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spigot Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 "Sod this, I was seriously considering getting into this sport. It seems That it's just as dangerous as having a motorbike, I cannot risk having a broken ankle, back, leg or even worse." I take it the Mrs wont let you have a bike either then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 pis**ng myself laughing SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
savage Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Well done Spigot, that one really tickled me to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poz Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Sod this, I was seriously considering getting into this sport. It seems That it's just as dangerous as having a motorbike, I cannot risk having a broken ankle, back, leg or even worse. Seems it's pure pot luck if your wing collapses or you get problems dur to rotor or other landing issues. Think I will stick with my fixed wing flying, yes accidents do happen even with fixed wing aircraft, however with over 12 club aircraft where I fly there has not been an injury in over 8 years, and I am talking 500 landings and take offs a day. If I get injured which seems likely I will be not be happy having no income as I am self employed, no work no pay. It's a pity I really liked the idea, but after seeing so much on you tube I have been put off Absolutely the right decision. I'm definitely with the wife on this one Paramotoring can be extremely safe and, with equipment advances, is getting safer by the year. However, obviously, not withstanding comprehensive training and all safety precautions having been adhered to, similar to motorcycling, if you have doubts about your safety, then the chances are you will not be able to feel relaxed and confident. Without these 2 elements, you will be permamantly tense, and therefore just an accident waiting to happen. As your name suggests, 'select' the right sport for you so that you will feel 'security'.....yes I know, terrible. With regard to your statement about YouTube clips and your fixed wing flying: Can you imagine the YouTube clips if you were allowed to fly fixed wing aircraft with no training or licence Most of the accident clips you have been viewing are the result of pilot error, both in judgement and skill. Usually as a result of non or insufficient training and/or dangerous equipment. They are not representative of our sport, more like a thorn in our side. I've flown class A aircraft for 16 yrs with over 600hrs without incident, but I can honestly say that I have only started to really enjoy my flying since I took up paramotoring. Real flying with real people and much, much cheaper. How much for club PA28 or 172 for an hour these days with Avgas at £2 a litre, £130 or so?, that's 26 hrs of fun for me All that said, If the wife says NO, then I guess it's NO Good luck with whatever you choose to do. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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