Seattle, Washington, USA here, and I have to disagree with you. I think that airfield is a LOVELY place to fly to and visit. If I could I would definitely visit there. Thank you for taking us on the adventure, I truly enjoyed it.
As a proud Welshman, I’m very pleased you’ve highlighted this wonderful part of the world and the equally lovely Haverfordwest airfield which I have frequented many a time. Wonderful video as ever thank you
Hi Jon The whole of Pembrokeshire is a gem that is sometimes kept quiet. I lived at RAF Brawdy for 2 and a half years going to all the places you showed on your video. Newgale was a second home for me in terms of hang gliding, fishing, surfing, boating and all sundries of goodies from the pub and the cafe there. this was in the late 70s when we had an airforce flying over a 100 training sorties in one day Hawker hunters. I also flew from withybush with Fly wales in 2019 in one of there cessna 152 for an hours trip around the local area. nice memories cheers fella
Great video Jon. The coastline from Aberystwyth south is stunning and well worth a trip. There is so much to do and see in the area , which is why I have been holidaying there for the last 30 years.
Thank you for a great video. I was lucky enough to spend my teenage years, living in Haverfordwest during the 80'ss. My love of aviation came from seeing the training Hawks from the nearby RAF Brawdy. I am currently working towards a PPL and it is on my bucket list to fly my mother to HW, so very excited to see the airfield is in safe hands and wish them luck. Hope to see them in a couplle of years time!
New 360 degree camera? the panned outside shots stabilised on the horizon are fantastic. One of your best in terms of quality and visual appeal. Keep it up.
Another first class review Jon 👌 I recognised ‘The Elms’ in the beautiful quiet village of St Florence, as I travelled there often (by road before I had a pilot’s licence) from the midlands and stay overnight. A lovely spot to stay. Great memories looking back at the old place. Well found! 👍
Haverfordwest is a great airfield. When we visited a few weeks ago as clueless chaps from Germany, they did everything to help us and make us feel welcomed. And Pembrokeshire is absolutely stunning!
Absolutely stunning views, the water looks so inviting! Looked like a very smooth landing and a nice airfield. Looking forward to the next episode en France 👍
Great Video clip , I keeped watching your videos for years, very nice, but I think the most beautiful of your clips are the way are very calm and interesting, if I have time to watch it during the week after work if not , I keep it for my weekend...I love your channel , the way you are talking and instructional information...love it love it love it.. King Regards from Texas , USA.
Great vid…often land on Haverfordwest from my home base of Swansea. Flew to Caldey Island last week via Bury Port, Pembrey, Pendine, Saundersfoot and Tenby. Nothing beats Rhossili on the Gower.
When you reached Fishguard Harbour you must have flown over my house. I could see there was a Big Ocean Liner moored in the bay, we get quite a lot of them during the summer, they then ferry the passengers ashore to the harbour. I'm so glad you landed at Withybush and tried the breakfast there, I have stopped there many times and tried their breakfast. I'm so glad you like our county, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. If you ever came back to Withybush and do a meet and greet please let me know, I'd love to meet you. Best regards Dave M.
Hit the nail on the head; So many airfields discourage visitors by making more hoops to jump through, as if there isn't enough to do before flying. So we just go to no BS destinations, eg Sandown.
Haverford West was my first landaway completed just a few weeks ago! Great little airfield, shame I didn't get much time to bumble about and see the sights!
Wow Jon, what a beautiful area. I’d love to fly there one day. One thing that I find interesting is the UK’s obsession with PPR. In Australia we do have PPR at the occasional regional airfield but the vast majority of airfields are just open to fly in, with a CTAF. Pseudo controller radio operators are practically non existent. Is there any legitimate reason for all the PPR in the UK beyond a cultural disposition for bureaucracy?
Couldn’t agree more, having flown in the UK and Aus it’s so much simpler and easier in Aus. If UK airfields want to increase traffic and champion GA flying in general they need to do everything they can to make it as easy and hassle free as possible. Just get rid of PPR, no need for it unless it’s a private airstrip if you ask me!
Croeso i gymru! 🏴 The Farmers’ Arms in St David’s is great, as is the Sloop Inn in Porthgain. For Surfing equipment, Ma Simes in St David’s is the place.. nope I’m not being paid.. I’m just a Cardiffian who has had great holidays in and around St David’s.
How did you luck-out with weather like that? I can't remember the last time I flew in such clear conditions - and in Wales too - not noted for it's settled clear weather. Great video.
The UK does have some stunning western coasts and I love the new 360 camera on the belly. However, what I don't like is 3 adverts in one video. Your channel is starting to look more and more commercialised with multiple ads.
I’m glad you’re enjoying the content. I know that adverts can be a little annoying. I’ve not yet found a funding model that doesn’t involve adverts. High quality content like this is expensive to make. The cost to make this video ran into thousands. If you have any suggestions, do please let me know. Unfortunately I’m not rich enough to be able to do this for no return. It’s a fact, that without the generous advertisers, sponsors and Supporters, this channel wouldn’t exist. It’s teetering on the edge as it is. Supporters club members get my content advert-free, and you can become a member and watch this, and much of my other content without interruption here www.patreon.com/join/theflyingreporter/. If you have a suggestion for funding this content besides advertising, please let me know.
@@farmer6861 Maybe it could be down to the hot weather, and maybe he just finished scoffing down that all day breakfast. Remember, he's no spring chicken 😄
Excellent, Jon. This is broadcast quality! Lovely part of the UK.
Lovely county. Best of luck to the airfield and those taking it over.
Discovering new, unique places is a lot of fun. Thanks for posting this - what lovely scenery.
Our GA community is blessed with a professional reporter like you. Always enjoying your content. Will visit this airport when im in the region.
Seattle, Washington, USA here, and I have to disagree with you. I think that airfield is a LOVELY place to fly to and visit. If I could I would definitely visit there. Thank you for taking us on the adventure, I truly enjoyed it.
As a proud Welshman, I’m very pleased you’ve highlighted this wonderful part of the world and the equally lovely Haverfordwest airfield which I have frequented many a time. Wonderful video as ever thank you
simply wonderful that you bring top notch film production to GA. lovely film.
Hi, you're right, this is the hell of a view, gorgeous, thanks for sharing.
Another great video John 👍, it’s definitely on my bucket list of airfields to visit. I have good friend who lives close by to the airfield.
Hi Jon The whole of Pembrokeshire is a gem that is sometimes kept quiet. I lived at RAF Brawdy for 2 and a half years going to all the places you showed on your video. Newgale was a second home for me in terms of hang gliding, fishing, surfing, boating and all sundries of goodies from the pub and the cafe there. this was in the late 70s when we had an airforce flying over a 100 training sorties in one day Hawker hunters. I also flew from withybush with Fly wales in 2019 in one of there cessna 152 for an hours trip around the local area. nice memories cheers fella
Great video Jon. The coastline from Aberystwyth south is stunning and well worth a trip. There is so much to do and see in the area , which is why I have been holidaying there for the last 30 years.
Thank you for a great video. I was lucky enough to spend my teenage years, living in Haverfordwest during the 80'ss. My love of aviation came from seeing the training Hawks from the nearby RAF Brawdy. I am currently working towards a PPL and it is on my bucket list to fly my mother to HW, so very excited to see the airfield is in safe hands and wish them luck. Hope to see them in a couplle of years time!
New 360 degree camera? the panned outside shots stabilised on the horizon are fantastic. One of your best in terms of quality and visual appeal. Keep it up.
Another first class review Jon 👌
I recognised ‘The Elms’ in the beautiful quiet village of St Florence, as I travelled there often (by road before I had a pilot’s licence) from the midlands and stay overnight. A lovely spot to stay. Great memories looking back at the old place. Well found! 👍
Haverfordwest is a great airfield. When we visited a few weeks ago as clueless chaps from Germany, they did everything to help us and make us feel welcomed. And Pembrokeshire is absolutely stunning!
Absolutely stunning views, the water looks so inviting! Looked like a very smooth landing and a nice airfield. Looking forward to the next episode en France 👍
I’ve been to EGFE lovely place. Honestly so glad fly wales are taking it the next step! Good luck guys!
Looking forward to visiting here. I am definitely adding it to my list. Kind regards
It is stunning scenery, we flew the coast a few weeks ago, and it was a really nice flight.
Hello from across the pond! Recently found your channel, I will be back for more. Keep up the great work fellow 👨✈️ pilot. Love your editing sir.
Thanks. And please spread the word!
Thank you Jon for this episode, the splendid views, and everything. 👏👍 I'm looking forward to listening to your communications in French.
I will definitely be visiting! This is why I having my PPL, what a chance to explore!
18:13 - well... you really have to abuse those cabin doors in order to close. true classic :D
Great Video clip , I keeped watching your videos for years, very nice, but I think the most beautiful of your clips are the way are very calm and interesting, if I have time to watch it during the week after work if not , I keep it for my weekend...I love your channel , the way you are talking and instructional information...love it love it love it..
King Regards from Texas , USA.
Jon another great video, this has been on my radar for the last couple of years. I think I will go there just for the breakfast.
Jon I spent about a year at RAF Brawdy which was infamous for 40kt fogs in the winter, diverted twice to Shawbury and Swansea.
Great vid…often land on Haverfordwest from my home base of Swansea. Flew to Caldey Island last week via Bury Port, Pembrey, Pendine, Saundersfoot and Tenby. Nothing beats Rhossili on the Gower.
When you reached Fishguard Harbour you must have flown over my house. I could see there was a Big Ocean Liner moored in the bay, we get quite a lot of them during the summer, they then ferry the passengers ashore to the harbour. I'm so glad you landed at Withybush and tried the breakfast there, I have stopped there many times and tried their breakfast. I'm so glad you like our county, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. If you ever came back to Withybush and do a meet and greet please let me know, I'd love to meet you. Best regards Dave M.
Nice one John, great video
Thanks for watching.
Hit the nail on the head; So many airfields discourage visitors by making more hoops to jump through, as if there isn't enough to do before flying. So we just go to no BS destinations, eg Sandown.
Visited Haverfordwest when I was building solo hours during my training. Didn't sample the cafe though! Might have to arrange another trip.... ✈️
Great video and good to know that EGFE has been put on the map in 2024. Did I see a cheeky cameo by Metal Seagulls in G-WENY??
Haverford West was my first landaway completed just a few weeks ago! Great little airfield, shame I didn't get much time to bumble about and see the sights!
Thanks for filming my landing at Haverfordwest in G-EGBS. Any chance you could let me have that clip.
Wow Jon, what a beautiful area. I’d love to fly there one day. One thing that I find interesting is the UK’s obsession with PPR. In Australia we do have PPR at the occasional regional airfield but the vast majority of airfields are just open to fly in, with a CTAF. Pseudo controller radio operators are practically non existent. Is there any legitimate reason for all the PPR in the UK beyond a cultural disposition for bureaucracy?
Couldn’t agree more, having flown in the UK and Aus it’s so much simpler and easier in Aus. If UK airfields want to increase traffic and champion GA flying in general they need to do everything they can to make it as easy and hassle free as possible. Just get rid of PPR, no need for it unless it’s a private airstrip if you ask me!
Lovely video. Is it my imagination or is the door of the C152 open taking off at 18:15?
Croeso i gymru!
🏴 The Farmers’ Arms in St David’s is great, as is the Sloop Inn in Porthgain.
For Surfing equipment, Ma Simes in St David’s is the place..
nope I’m not being paid..
I’m just a Cardiffian who has had great holidays in and around St David’s.
How did you luck-out with weather like that? I can't remember the last time I flew in such clear conditions - and in Wales too - not noted for it's settled clear weather. Great video.
I live 3 miles from St Florence where Jon stayed, and we've only a few days of sunshine like that this year! Today was one of them.
Hello flying reporter. Could you make a video or type what you use to record your mic audio in your videos especially the cable you use please
One day I will visit your location and drink some coffee with you Jon, of course If you have time..😇
EXQUISITELY SMASHINGLY STUNNING. Thankyou for helping me dream again, Cheers, 73s
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Hi Jon, Swansea Airport is under new ownership from 6th September, any chance of a visit and interview?
Put the new owners in touch and we can discuss...
@@TheFlyingReporter will do, thanks!
@@davegrant2167Hi Dave! Adam here, good to see you.
You need to go to Swansea
I wish Microsoft Flight Simulator looked like this...
Why some clips your aircraft flying backwards
Ay Tee Zee transit? You really flew out to the west…
Globalisation, get with it or get left behind. I say ‘Zee’ too.
The UK does have some stunning western coasts and I love the new 360 camera on the belly. However, what I don't like is 3 adverts in one video. Your channel is starting to look more and more commercialised with multiple ads.
I’m glad you’re enjoying the content. I know that adverts can be a little annoying. I’ve not yet found a funding model that doesn’t involve adverts. High quality content like this is expensive to make. The cost to make this video ran into thousands. If you have any suggestions, do please let me know. Unfortunately I’m not rich enough to be able to do this for no return. It’s a fact, that without the generous advertisers, sponsors and Supporters, this channel wouldn’t exist. It’s teetering on the edge as it is. Supporters club members get my content advert-free, and you can become a member and watch this, and much of my other content without interruption here www.patreon.com/join/theflyingreporter/. If you have a suggestion for funding this content besides advertising, please let me know.
Jon you seem quite breathless walking to the tower. Just an observation. No offence intended. I really enjoy watching you on tv.
@@farmer6861 Maybe it could be down to the hot weather, and maybe he just finished scoffing down that all day breakfast. Remember, he's no spring chicken 😄