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Portland International KPWM → Boston Logan International KBOS

A nice loop after takeoff took me straight over the airport in Portland before the trip continued in glorious sunshine along the East Coast toward Boston.

I’d done almost the same route back in 2008, but that time by car heading north (first on I-95, then MA 1A and NH 1A).

#FlightSim #MSFS #USA #NewEngland #Maine #NewHampshire #Massachusetts #Portland #Boston #Daher #TBM

A small white airplane with a red stripe flies low over a snow-covered airport, its position suggesting approach toward the runways. The aircraft glides above a network of intersecting runways and taxiways forming a large, geometric airfield complex, surrounded by dense, snow-laden forests and winding roads. Below the plane, the airport infrastructure includes terminal buildings and service areas, all nestled within a vast, wintry landscape. Beyond the airport, the terrain extends into open fields and scattered water bodies, while a large body of water curves toward the horizon on the left. The clear blue sky dominates the upper portion of the scene, contrasting with the snowy ground and emphasizing the cold, quiet atmosphere of the area. Distant roads and patches of open land blend into the horizon, where the water meets the sky under a bright, cloudless expanse.

A single airplane flies at altitude over a vast expanse of deep blue ocean under a clear sky. The sun sits high in the bright blue sky, casting a sharp, brilliant reflection across the water’s surface. Lens flare effects appear around the sun. To the right, faint outlines of distant islands or landmasses are visible on the horizon. The ocean stretches uninterrupted toward the horizon, its surface smooth and undisturbed by waves, reflecting the sun’s glow. The airplane is small in the frame, positioned slightly left of center, moving through the air above the water. The sky transitions from a lighter blue near the horizon to a deeper blue higher up, indicating a clear day with no visible clouds. The overall scene conveys a sense of open space and calm movement above the sea.

A small single-engine propeller-driven airplane dominates the frame, featuring a white fuselage with a continuous red stripe extending from the nose to the tail. The nose is dark gray, and the wings are black, with a vertical stabilizer showing subtle color details near its top. The propeller is spinning at high speed, generating visible concentric circles of motion blur that indicate active engine operation. The aircraft is in level flight, positioned against a clear, cloudless sky that transitions from deep blue at the top to a lighter blue near the horizon. Below, a large expanse of calm blue water is visible, with a thin band of white clouds forming the horizon line. The scene depicts a smooth flight over water under bright, clear conditions with no text or additional markings on the aircraft.

Aircraft cockpit interior provides a pilot's perspective during approach to an airport. The plane is descending toward a runway located on an island, surrounded by a large body of water. Through the windshield, a distant city skyline with numerous high-rise buildings is visible under clear blue skies. Inside the cockpit, digital displays show flight instruments: the left primary display features attitude indicators, altitude, and navigation data including "LOC" (localizer) and "G/S" (glideslope) for instrument landing. The right display shows a map with navigation aids and aircraft position. Control panels have labeled switches such as "HDG", "CRS1", "ALT SEL", "CRS2", and "BARO", indicating settings for heading, course, altitude selection, and barometric pressure. The scene depicts the final approach phase, with the runway clearly visible ahead, water surrounding the island, and the urban landscape in the distance.

#DFFUN: Corporate (#DAHER TBM 910 • D-FFUN)
2.1 km out at 375 ft - heading SE with 171.1 km/h.
https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?icao=3D5899
https://www.planespotters.net/photo/1817384/d-ffun-private-daher-tbm-910?utm_source=api
1343 • 16:23:33
#GWT #EDXW #adsb

#3D5899: Corporate (#DAHER TBM 910 • D-FFUN)
1.2 km out at 0 ft - heading SE with 15.2 km/h.
https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?icao=3D5899
https://www.planespotters.net/photo/1817384/d-ffun-private-daher-tbm-910?utm_source=api
None • 16:19:29
#GWT #EDXW #adsb

#DFFUN: Corporate (#DAHER TBM 910 • D-FFUN)
2.0 km out at 375 ft - heading SE with 212.4 km/h.
https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?icao=3D5899
https://www.planespotters.net/photo/1817384/d-ffun-private-daher-tbm-910?utm_source=api
5023 • 14:59:16
#GWT #EDXW #adsb

Berlin Regional Airport KMBL → Portland International KPWM

The flight took me back to the coast, but not without flying over Mt. Washington once more. The wind, coming almost straight down the approach path, helped with the buttery-smooth landing in Portland.

#FlightSim #MSFS #USA #Berlin #WhiteMountain #MtWashington #NewEngland #NewHampshire #Maine #Portland #Daher #TBM

A single-engine propeller aircraft ascends into the sky, its front section directly behind the sun which creates a bright, radiant glow around the fuselage. The plane has a classic fixed-wing design with a visible propeller at the front. It moves through an atmosphere filled with wispy high-altitude clouds scattered across a deep blue sky. Below, a thick blanket of fluffy white clouds stretches horizontally, partially obscuring the distant terrain. Beyond the cloud deck, snow-capped mountain ranges emerge, their peaks outlined against the horizon with a faint sheen of frost or ice. The scene conveys a serene flight above the earth, with the sun’s rays piercing through the plane’s rear and illuminating the cloud layers in a natural, glowing effect.

A small single-engine propeller plane with a white fuselage and red tail section flies low over a snow-covered mountain peak (Mt. Washington). Its wings are level, and the aircraft appears to be descending toward the summit. The mountain is blanketed in snow, with patches of dark trees breaking through the white surface. A winding road cuts across the snowfield, leading toward the peak’s summit. Below, the landscape extends into distant valleys with dense forests and a winding river. Thick clouds partially obscure the surrounding peaks, while a bright blue sky with scattered clouds fills the upper portion of the scene. The overall setting suggests a cold, high-altitude environment with clear visibility except where clouds linger near the mountain slopes.

A white turboprop aircraft marked with "TBM 930" on its tail fin in black and red lettering is in flight. The plane’s fuselage features a prominent red stripe along its side, contrasting with white and dark gray sections. Its cockpit windows reveal an interior with visible controls and instruments, and the nose points forward as it travels through the sky. The aircraft moves above a thick layer of white clouds, with the terrain below partially visible as a snowy landscape interspersed with dark blue patches of lakes or rivers. The surrounding sky is a bright blue with scattered, wispy clouds, and a small crescent moon is visible in the upper left. The plane’s wing, with a winglet and a red accent near the tip, is prominent, and the ground shows a textured mix of snow and water bodies. The overall scene captures the aircraft steadily navigating through the high-altitude environment, with the expansive sky and distant earth forming the backdrop.

A white single-engine turboprop aircraft with a red stripe along its fuselage flies at a moderate altitude above a sprawling landscape. The plane’s wings extend horizontally, and its tail is visible, angled slightly upward as it moves forward through the air. Below, the terrain features vast expanses of dense green forest interspersed with patches of open land, likely fields or small settlements. Winding rivers cut through the forest, their surfaces glinting brightly from the sun’s reflection near the horizon. The sky above is a clear blue with scattered, fluffy white clouds, and the sun casts a sharp glare on the river’s surface. In the distance, the horizon fades into a hazy blend of more forest and low-lying clouds, creating a sense of depth in the scene.

Augusta State KAUG → Berlin Regional Airport KMBL

Berlin Regional is located a bit north of the White Mountain National Forest; the best-known peak here is Mt. Washington. The winter landscape offers a beautiful view from above.

I was in Berlin, NH in 2008 (with a car) and had a nice conversation at a gas station about how I’m also from Berlin – but the other Berlin, in Germany.

#FlightSim #MSFS #USA #WhiteMountain #NewEngland #NewHampshire #Maine #Augusta #Berlin #Daher #TBM

A small aircraft with a silver fuselage and red accent on the tail is flying through a thick layer of white cumulus clouds. The plane’s wings are slightly banked upward, and its propeller is in motion, suggesting forward movement. Below the clouds, a detailed landscape of green and brown agricultural fields, winding roads, and scattered bodies of water is visible. The horizon stretches into the distance, with the clouds forming a soft barrier between the aircraft and the ground. The sky above the clouds is clear and bright blue, indicating a sunny day. The overall scene presents a calm, high-altitude flight over a rural area, with the plane navigating through the cloud cover towards a clearer sky. The aircraft is maintaining altitude, as it appears to be moving through the cloud layer without visible turbulence. The ground below shows a mix of cultivated land, waterways, and linear features, likely roads or railways, all rendered with clear detail despite the cloud cover. The lighting indicates direct sunlight, casting subtle shadows on the terrain and the underside of the clouds.

A small propeller-driven aircraft with a white fuselage, black undercarriage, and a red stripe running along its side is in flight. It has six visible passenger windows. The plane angles upward slightly, moving from left to right, with its propeller blades blurred in motion. It flies above a dense layer of billowing white clouds that form a soft, undulating barrier. Beyond the clouds, a distant terrain of pale brown and gray hills is visible under a clear blue sky. The aircraft's tail features the model name 'TBM 930'. The scene captures smooth flight under bright daylight conditions, with the plane centered against the backdrop of clouds and sky.

A white single-engine propeller airplane with a red tail section flies low over a snow-covered terrain. Below, a small rural community with a grid of roads and scattered buildings is nestled among dense, snow-laden evergreen forests. A dark, winding river cuts through the landscape, bordered by snow-covered land, while large fields of snow stretch across the area. In the distance, forested regions extend to the horizon, with patches of frozen water visible above. Roads meander through the settlement and surrounding landscape, and the cold, wintry scene includes the airplane’s flight path indicating approach to land near the community.

A white single-engine propeller plane with dark and red stripes flies low over a snow-covered landscape. Its landing lights glow brightly as it is descending to the landing runway. The terrain below shows a mix of snow and forested areas, with gentle slopes leading to distant mountain ranges. Above, a sky filled with thick gray clouds interspersed with patches of blue allows sunlight to pierce through, illuminating parts of the snowy ground. The aircraft appears to navigate through the air, its wings level, with no visible text or markings on the fuselage. The scene conveys a sense of calm flight amidst a wintry, mountainous environment.

Hancock County/Bar Harbor KBHB → Augusta State KAUG

I move a bit away from the coast toward the interior. Many lakes nestled in extensive forested areas offer a beautiful view of the Northeastern USA. The snow-covered White Mountains are already visible on the horizon.

Instead of letting the ILS bring me down to the the runway, I decide at short notice to land by hand after all.

#FlightSim #MSFS #USA #HancockCounty #BarHarbor #AugustaState #Daher #TBM

An aerial view depicts a small propeller-driven airplane positioned on a curved taxiway marked with the number "22", adjacent to a longer runway also displaying "22". The aircraft is stationary near the junction of the taxiway and the main runway. The airport is surrounded by expansive green grassy fields, with dense forests lining both sides of the runway. In the distance, a body of water and low-lying mountains are visible under a partly cloudy sky. Scattered residential buildings and additional airport infrastructure, including multiple taxiways and runway markings, are present near the forested areas. The scene captures a typical airport environment with natural landscapes forming a backdrop to the aviation infrastructure, featuring clear signage and well-defined pathways for aircraft movement.

A small single-engine propeller airplane with a white fuselage and visible markings on its tail flies at a low altitude over a vast, calm body of water. The water surface reflects the sky’s clouds and sunlight, creating a bright, shimmering vertical path. Surrounding the aircraft are numerous forested islands, densely covered in dark green trees, with some showing winding roads and scattered residential structures near their edges. In the distance, additional landmasses stretch toward the horizon under a sky filled with soft, diffused clouds. The scene presents a tranquil waterway landscape with the plane navigating above the water, surrounded by islands, dense forests, and a partly cloudy sky.

A white single-engine propeller airplane with red and black accents on its tail and fuselage flies at low altitude over a sprawling landscape. The aircraft features a swept wing and a conventional tail configuration, with “TBM 930” in red and black text visible on the dark tail section. It moves across a terrain defined by numerous interconnected lakes, dense forested regions, and a visible road with scattered buildings. Below, the lakes display varying shades of deep blue, while the surrounding forests are a rich, dark green. A winding road cuts through the greenery, leading toward a small cluster of structures. The sky above is bright blue with soft, wispy clouds scattered across it, contributing to a clear, sunny atmosphere. The scene captures a tranquil aerial perspective over a remote, natural environment with the airplane as the central focus in flight.

A white single-engine aircraft with red and dark blue accent stripes is in flight, its propeller spinning as it moves through the air. The plane is positioned slightly above a vast expanse of dense green forests and scattered water bodies, including several lakes and a meandering river. The sky above is clear and bright blue with a few distant clouds, and the sun shines brightly behind the plane, creating a subtle glow along its wing. Below, the terrain features rolling hills covered in thick vegetation, with small clearings and additional bodies of water visible. The scene depicts a serene aerial view over a natural landscape, emphasizing the plane’s altitude and the expansive, tranquil environment beneath it. The aircraft’s design includes a streamlined fuselage and a tail fin with a black tip. The landscape below includes patches of open land, winding waterways, and distant mountain ranges on the horizon. The overall atmosphere conveys calmness and openness, with the plane navigating through a pristine, forested region under a clear sky.

En même qu’il se voit confier une prestation de services industriels sur la seconde ligne d’assemblage A321 d’Airbus à Toulouse, Daher consolide son activité dans l'aménagement cabine pour les programmes A350 et A330, à Toulouse également. Les effectifs Daher sur les FAL A321neo, A330 et A350 devraient avoisiner 300 salariés d'ici fin 2026. #Daher #Airbus #A321neo #A330 #A350 @GIFAS

https://www.aerobuzz.fr/breves-industrie/airbus-renforce-son-partenariat-avec-daher-a-toulouse/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

St. Stephen CCS3 → Hancock County/Bar Harbor KBHB

A dense cloud cover meant hardly any light reached the ground – but plenty of snow did. The anti-ice systems had their hands full, and I only just managed to reach the ILS minima.

#FlightSim #MSFS #Snow #Canada #USA #StStephen #HancockCounty #BarHarbor #Daher #TBM

A small single-engine airplane, predominantly white with a red tail section, flies away from the viewer in a hazy sky. The aircraft is centered, viewed from the rear, with its wings level and nose angled slightly upward. The sky is a uniform, muted gradient of light gray at the top transitioning to a deeper grayish-brown toward the bottom, creating an overcast atmosphere with no visible clouds, horizon, or other objects. The airplane’s propeller is visible in motion. The scene conveys isolation and calm, with the airplane appearing to navigate through calm, hazy conditions. The overall impression is one of quiet flight amid diffuse, diffused light, emphasizing the airplane’s solitary presence against the soft, monochromatic backdrop.

Aircraft cockpit interior viewed from the pilot's perspective, showing multiple digital flight instruments and control panels. Through the curved windshield, a thick, overcast sky dominates the view, filled with hazy gray tones and faint streaks of light resembling rain or snow. Inside the cockpit, the dashboard features several illuminated displays: on the left, a screen shows a blue horizon line with a white vertical marker, numerical values including "011" and "110", and a red heading indicator reading "222". The central console has labeled controls like "HDG", "APR", "NAV", "FD", "CRS1", "ALT SEL", "VS", "FLC", and "CRS2", with knobs and switches around them. The rightmost screen displays a map with green landmasses, blue water bodies, and a white circular position marker, alongside text such as "NAV", "CRS2", and other flight data. Below the windshield, the cockpit's structure includes dark gray panels and curved framing around the view. The overall scene indicates active flight through clouds, with the instruments monitoring altitude, speed, navigation, and heading while the exterior remains obscured by the overcast conditions.

A Daher TBM 930 aircraft, identifiable by its white fuselage with red and black stripes and the bold black "TBM" lettering alongside red "930" on the tail, is in flight. The view shows the aircraft's wing on the right and the tail section in the foreground, suggesting a perspective from inside the cockpit. There's ice building up on the wings and tail of the aircraft. The plane is approaching a runway, evidenced by the illuminated runway lights visible through a thick fog that blankets the landscape. Below, the terrain is entirely covered in snow, with snow-laden trees and open fields stretching into the distance, creating a muted, grayish atmosphere. The fog limits visibility, making the surrounding area appear hazy and obscured, while the aircraft’s smooth, white wing and the distinct color markings on the tail stand out against the wintry scene. The overall setting conveys a cold, overcast winter day during a low-altitude approach.

A small single-engine propeller aircraft is in the process of landing on a wet runway. Its landing gear is extended, and it is descending toward the ground. Snow is falling heavily, creating a dense, gray atmosphere with visible snowflakes streaking through the air. The runway surface is dark and reflective, mirroring the plane’s landing lights which create bright, elongated reflections on the wet pavement. To the right, a line of snow-covered trees borders the runway, while the left side shows faint runway markings and markers. The sky is overcast and muted, contributing to the wintry, dimly lit scene. The overall setting suggests a cold, snowy day at an airport, with the aircraft navigating through the falling snow toward the landing strip.

Halifax Stanfield CYHZ → St. Stephen CCS3

Leaving Nova Scotia for the last stop on Canadian soil at the small St. Stephen Airport, directly at the border to the Unites States. The runway there is only about 200 metres longer than the TBM’s required landing distance, so there’s not much margin for error on approach.

#FlightSim #MSFS #Canada #NovaScotia #Halifax #StStephen #Daher #TBM

A small single-engine airplane with a white fuselage and red markings on its tail and sides flies steadily through a dense layer of clouds. The aircraft’s wings are level as it moves horizontally, positioned centrally in the frame above a sea of soft, billowing white clouds. Surrounding the plane, the cloud formations vary from light, cotton-like shapes in the distance to darker, more defined masses closer to the foreground, creating a sense of depth in the sky. Above this cloud layer, a clear blue sky extends to the horizon, dotted with a few delicate wisps of cloud. The scene captures the calm yet dynamic nature of high-altitude flight, with the airplane navigating through the vast atmosphere against a backdrop of contrasting cloud formations and a bright, open sky.

A white aircraft in flight features a polished metallic exhaust pipe attached to its fuselage. The reflective surface captures the blue sky and cloud layer below, with sunlight glinting off its curved surface. The plane’s smooth white body shows rivet details and panel lines, while a wing extends from the fuselage. The cockpit window is visible at the front, indicating the plane’s forward movement. It flies above a thick blanket of fluffy white clouds, with the sky above being a clear, bright blue. The sun illuminates the scene, casting sharp shadows that emphasize the aircraft’s clean contours and the engine’s shiny exterior. The overall setting suggests steady, level flight through the atmosphere, with no visible text or additional markings on the aircraft.

Inside an aircraft cockpit, the perspective combines interior instruments with the view through the windshield. The aircraft is in flight, with the windshield revealing a landscape of large water bodies, forested islands, and a small town with visible roads and buildings. Above, the sky is partly cloudy. On the right, a primary flight display shows flight data: airspeed markers from 130 to 180, a heading of 339 degrees, and labels like FMS (Flight Management System), AP (Autopilot), YD (Yaw Damper), V (VNAV), and ALT (altitude). The instrument panel features "MASTER WARN" and "MASTER CAUTION" labels, along with a red button. To the left, part of the aircraft's wing is visible, showing the wingtip and white fuselage. Outside, the terrain includes interconnected waterways, islands with scattered structures, and vast green areas under a cloudy sky. The overall scene depicts active flight over a mixed aquatic and terrestrial landscape with clear instrumentation indicating ongoing navigation.

Cockpit interior of an aircraft with a windshield framing a runway ahead. The aircraft is approaching the runway, surrounded by green fields and dense forest under a cloudy sky. Inside the cockpit, multiple digital displays show flight data: a primary flight display with attitude, airspeed, and altitude indicators, a navigation display with a terrain map marked with flight paths, and a control panel featuring knobs labeled ALT SEL, HDG, CRS1, CRS2, BARO, NAV, FMS, GPS, ALT, VS, SPD. The runway is straight ahead, marked with white stripes on a dark surface, bordered by grassy areas. Beyond the runway, a mix of trees and small structures is visible, extending to the horizon under a layered cloud cover. The scene captures a routine landing approach with the aircraft's avionics monitoring navigation and descent parameters in a landscape characterized by lush vegetation and overcast skies.

McCurdy Sydney CYQY → Port Hawkesbury CYPD

Second attempt. The weather was actually great along the way, but at the destination it turned back to rain and strong winds. Won't give it another shot, at least not in this season ;-)

#FlightSim #MSFS #Canada #NovaScotia #Sydney #PortHawkesbury #Daher #TBM

A single-engine propeller aircraft, is in flight above a thick layer of fluffy white clouds. The plane, predominantly white with dark accents along its tail and wings, is positioned slightly left of center, angled with its nose pointing downward and toward the right, suggesting a gentle descent or maneuver. Sunlight filters through the cloud deck, illuminating the scene with soft brightness. Below the clouds, a sprawling landscape unfolds: dense green forests, patches of brown fields, and a large body of water with distant shoreline formations. The sky is a vibrant blue with scattered clouds, some brightly lit by the sun, creating a serene, airy atmosphere. The aircraft navigates through the cloud layer, contrasting its movement against the stillness of the clouds and the ground below. The overall setting conveys a high-altitude flight over a mix of rural terrain and water, with the aircraft’s smooth motion amid the cloud cover.

A small white single-engine propeller airplane flies above a dark waterway separating two large forested islands. The islands display dense green terrain with visible road networks and patches of lighter land, curving inward to form the narrow waterway. The airplane is centered in the frame, positioned between the islands as it traverses an overcast sky filled with thick gray clouds that partially obscure the view. The scene conveys a remote coastal environment with natural features and a moody atmosphere created by the cloud cover. No text appears in the image, focusing attention on the aircraft’s flight through this isolated landscape.

A small turboprop aircraft, marked with "TBM 930" on its tail and fuselage, flies through a thick fog. The plane’s silver body has a red stripe running along its side, and the tail features black accents. Its propeller spins rapidly, creating a blurred effect. The bright landing light at the wing edge is casting a diffused glow that illuminates the fog and creates a luminous area near the wing. The dense fog obscures the background, limiting visibility to the aircraft and the sun’s brightness. The cockpit windows show a pilot, and the aircraft maintains a steady altitude. Key details include the repeated "TBM 930" text on both the tail and fuselage sections, the red accent lines, and the dynamic motion of the propeller as it cuts through the foggy atmosphere.

A small propeller-driven airplane with extended landing gear and illuminated wingtip navigation lights is in a low-altitude descent over a forested hill. The aircraft, maintains a steady approach with wings level and nose angled slightly downward. Thick atmospheric haze blankets the scene, softening distant details and creating a muted, subdued environment. Below the plane, a dense expanse of green trees covers a gently sloping hill, their individual forms blurred by the fog. The sky above is uniformly hazy, with no distinct cloud formations, contributing to the low-visibility conditions. The plane’s landing lights cast faint beams through the fog, illuminating the immediate area while leaving the surrounding forest and terrain largely obscured.

#Daher #TBM 980 intro video. I don’t know for sure but it looks like the big new feature is the Garmin G3000 Prime avionics. It has the same engine as the 960. Of course like the 960 it has HomeSafe so it can find an appropriate airport, declare an emergency, and land itself if the pilot can’t. #aviation

https://youtu.be/R17-s-bnoqo?si=P-seFf2moFUsas3K

Avec le TBM 980, Daher adopte la suite avionique Garmin G3000 Prime qui va faire entrer les pilotes-propriétaires dans une nouvelle dimension de la relation homme/machine. L’avionneur de Tarbes en profite aussi pour apporter plusieurs innovations en cabine, avec notamment la possibilité d'installer un terminal Starlink Mini pour la connexion internet par satellite. #DAHER #GARMIN #G3000PRIME #HOMESAFE #STARLINK

https://www.aerobuzz.fr/aviation-generale/le-nouveau-daher-tbm-980-plus-intuitif-que-jamais/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

En 2025, Daher a livré 76 avions TBM960, Kodiak 100 et 900, soit 6 de moins qu’en 2024. Pour expliquer cette baisse, l’avionneur invoque des difficultés d’approvisionnement et les droits de douane. Il y a peut-être aussi une autre raison, plus prometteuse celle-là… Reculer pour mieux sauter ? #DAHER #TBM #TBM960 #KODIAK #KODIAK100 #KODIAK900

https://www.aerobuzz.fr/industrie/les-livraisons-davions-daher-en-recul-en-2025/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Daher décroche un JEC Composites Innovation Awards dans la catégorie Aéronautique (Pièces) pour son projet “Highly Loaded Thermoplastic Wing Rib”, une nervure d’aile en composite thermoplastique fortement sollicitée, conçue pour les futurs programmes aéronautiques. Cette distinction met en lumière une rupture technologique proche qui s'inscrit dans le développement de la prochaine génération des avions monocouloir. #Daher #JEC #AIRBUS #GIFAS

https://www.aerobuzz.fr/industrie/le-projet-de-nervure-daile-thermoplastique-de-daher-distingue/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

McCurdy Sydney CYQY → Port Hawkesbury CYPD

Back in the Daher TBM 930, I flew an IFR trip to Port Hawkesbury. The windsock in Sydney was sticking straight out, with over 40 knots coming in at an angle from the front. The whole flight was correspondingly bumpy and included icing; I think I’ll repeat it in better weather.

#FlightSim #MSFS #Canada #NovaScotia #Sydney #PortHawkesbury #Daher #TBM

A single-engine propeller plane flies steadily above a vast expanse of fluffy white clouds. The aircraft, with its wings and propeller clearly visible, is positioned near the upper right of the frame. Below, the clouds form a continuous, textured sea of soft, billowing masses stretching to the horizon. Above, the sky is a clear, vibrant blue with no visible clouds or obstructions. The plane's altitude places it just above the cloud layer, creating a striking contrast between the deep blue sky and the bright white clouds. The scene conveys smooth, uninterrupted flight through a serene atmosphere. No text is present in the image.

A small single-engine airplane with a dark body and white wings and tail is in flight, viewed from below. It travels across a clear, cloudless sky that transitions from deep blue at the bottom to lighter blue near the horizon. The sun shines brightly in the upper right corner, producing multiple circular lens flares in pink, blue, and green tones that radiate outward. The aircraft's position and orientation suggest it is moving steadily, with no other objects or features visible in the scene. The overall atmosphere is calm and open, dominated by the vast expanse of the sky and the bright light source.

A small single-engine airplane flies above a hazy landscape dominated by thick fog. Below, a dense forest covers the central landmass, interspersed with winding roads and scattered clearings, some with patches of snow. The terrain is bordered by large bodies of dark water, reflecting the overcast sky. The fog obscures distant features, creating a muted atmosphere where the airplane remains visible against the soft light. Roads snake through the forest, connecting small settlements and open fields, while the water forms a sharp boundary around the landmass. The scene conveys a quiet, misty environment with the aircraft navigating the air above.

A small single-engine aircraft with a white fuselage and a dark gray underbelly is in flight against a muted gray sky. The plane features a metallic silver nose, a prominent red stripe running along its side, and dark wings extending outward. Its propeller is visible in motion, creating a blurred circular effect that indicates rapid rotation. The aircraft’s cockpit has windows, and its tail section includes a vertical stabilizer with subtle markings. The airframe shows some icing. The background is a uniform, overcast gray with no visible clouds or other objects, emphasizing the plane’s solitary presence. The overall scene suggests a calm flight through a hazy atmosphere with no discernible landmarks or terrain in view.

Les 51 TBM de Daher quittent Tarbes pour des destinations surprenantes. L’avion français continue de marquer l’aéronautique
https://www.ladepeche.fr/2026/01/09/daher-51-avions-tbm-ont-quitte-les-usines-de-tarbes-pour-des-horizons-parfois-insolites-13151974.php
#Innovation #AerospaceEngineering #TBMAvions #Daher #GeneralAviation

Saint Pierre LFVP → St. Andrews Codroy Valley CDA5

After takeoff and a big 270° turn, I cruised straight over Miquelon-Langlade (remember the last season of Peaky Blinders?) heading northwest. Hugged Newfoundland’s south coast all the way to the island’s western tip, where the tiny St. Andrews Codroy Valley airstrip marked the day’s finish line.

#FlightSim #MSFS #Canada #Newfoundland #Miquelon #StAndrews #Daher #TBM #PeakyBlinders