MISSION 106 - COONAMBLE / BANKSTOWN / COONAMBLE

Five year old Ashley has had a six month history of repeated bladder infections causing incontinence. She also has one kidney larger than the other that needs further investigation. This is an initial referral to a Sydney doctor. Finances are an issue and travelling by road isn't a suitable option.


Chris J Lee - Pilot

 

 

Angel Flight 1 report by Chris J Lee

"Lisa Smith, from Coonamble, a previous Angel Flight passenger, brought out coffee which I really appreciated and took a couple of e-photos.

It was only a short and uneventful trip, so not a lot to report. Ashley seemed to really enjoy the outing. I'd got a couple of thick foam rubber pads for her to sit on so she could see out of the window, plus headsets for herself and her Mum. She chatted away and looked at the view - plus played with her angel bear.
Weather was good - clear at Coonamble end, then overcast below us south of MDG. Descent through cloud from Katoomba but not too bumpy and the passengers didn't seem to mind it. Both still bright and cheerful on disembarking!

Good trip, passengers enjoyed it. All delivered safe and happy to Bankstown."


Leann, Chris Lee and Ashley on the ground prior to departure.



Michaelle Hazelton - Pilot

 

Angel Flight 2 report by Michaelle Hazelton

"Ashley and her mum arrived early, so we departed a little before planned. This worked well as a headwind of 25 knots was experienced, and we still arrived at the planned arrival time. My trip home was a lot quicker. I planned at A070, however needed to climb to A090 near Mudgee due weather. Managed a ground speed of 248 kts on descent back into Bankstown (impressive for C310)."


Michaelle Hazelton, Ashley and Leann Davis returning to Coonamble.


Plane supplied by Grant Burley (registered Angel Flight pilot) and Kym Burley.

 


Cessna 310 VH-LGC


Harold & Lisa Smith - Earth Angels

A special thank you to Harold and Lisa Smith

Coonamble based couple, Harold and Lisa Smith provide tea and biscuits to Angel Flight pilots and passengers at Coonamble Airport.Harold & Lisa Smith are prior Angel Flight passengers (mission 59).