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Paul, Jonathan and I decided to get together for some flying whilst holidaying with our families along the Southern Cape coast. One of our trips included a stunning coastal flight from Pearly Beach to Stillbaai, a very scenic route which took us around Cape Agulhas - the southernmost tip of the African continent, where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet.


Flying along Pearly Beach


Paul's Magni at Quoin Point


View from the Magni approaching Cape Agulhas


Cape Agulhas - Southernmost tip of Africa where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet!


Cape Agulhas lighthouse - the scene of numerous shipwrecks over the centuries.


Stonewall fish traps - some dating back thousands of years, were built by early inhabitants of the Cape. known as "Strandlopers" to catch fish on the outgoing tides. Some are still in use today.


The popular holiday town of Struisbaai is a favourite for fishermen.


The fishermen's harbour at Struisbaai


Stillbaai, situated near the mouth of the Goukou River is another coastal village popular with fisherman and holidaymakers.


Stillbaai airstrip easily visible on the far side of the river.


Paul shutting down as Jonathan executes a flawless crosswind landing in the distance.


Magnis parked after negotiating the stiff crosswind at Stillbaai airstrip.

Awesome Dave! Lekker outing, wish I was there with you guys! Next time I will be though. We are truly blessed to fly in Paradise.

Len
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Hi everyone,

I might be only one of few who experiences this, but just to let you know:

When posting pics that are hosted somewhere else (not included in your original post), I cannot view them at all. It took me a long time to discover why I could not see these.

If it's just me, don't bother. There's just a chance that quite a few experience the same problem and hence this reply.

Keep well,
Henni

if i am not logged in I dont see the pictures

I really enjoyed the flight despite the 40 Mph wind that we had the whole way. The angle of my rotor in the picture of me landing is indicative of the crosswind at Stillbaai.

Before I am very older, I am going to fly in that paradise of yours. The pics make for very jealous reading. Incredibly nice.

Just need some more crosswind practice.