Cockpit view from the Cirrus SR22 while flying above the Mediterranean

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Flying adventures, memorable destinations and practical insights from the world of general aviation.

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Flying over Calvi beach on final approach

Mediterranean Odyssey

Nine airfields. 2,505 nautical miles. One unforgettable grand tour.

Over four weeks and more than 2,500 nautical miles, our Cirrus SR22 carried us from Blackbushe to Corsica, Italy, Slovenia, the French Riviera, Menorca and home again.

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Destinations & routes
The Arena di Verona
Italy

Verona

History, hospitality and an exceptionally friendly GA airfield.

The Îles de Lérins off Cannes
France

Cannes

A spectacular Côte d’Azur arrival every pilot should experience.

La Flotte harbour on Île de Ré
Atlantic France

Île de Ré

Markets, cycle paths and a perfect final pause before home.

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David Norman is an instrument-rated private pilot flying “Cindy”, a Cirrus SR22 G3, from Blackbushe. Pilot Passage shares the routes, places and lessons discovered along the way.

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