I started Downwind in late 2008 shortly after I received my PPL at the Royal Victorian Aeroclub at Moorabbin Airport in Victoria. I found that I really wanted to share about my own experiences as a new pilot and learn from other pilots so that my aviation knowledge would continue to grow after the formal training. As with all things on the Internet Downwind has continued to expand more pilots have joined in the community and contributed everything from their own blogs, photos, advice and an enormous amount of experience. All of which is good!

My wife Roselyn contributes to Downwind and loves writing about flying from a wife and passengers perspective. I find that her articles are often reflect what us poor pilots put our passengers through!

Both Roselyn and I founded Downwind on the premise of "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" which means that if you want some advice then make sure that you also help out others. It's the old adage of what goes around comes around. So make sure that you're courteous in the forums and that you .

As I continue to enjoy my aviation passion and you will often see me down at Moorabbin aeroclub with a drink in my hand staring out at the airfield as planes land and take-off. I hope that you enjoy Downwind and associating with a great group of pilots that have a desire to both be safe and have fun in the air.

Regards,

Michael Gilmour

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