Skye’s the limit for visitors from Germany

trip organised by Thomas Borchert of Aero International magazine.

Mr Borchert said: “The visit to Skye was a major highlight of our tour through Scotland.

“For private pilots, beautiful but remote locations like Skye and other parts of the Highlands are of special interest if they can be easily accessed via an airfield.”

The party, including six pilots and their passengers, stayed locally and were transferred to their hotel via taxi before departing mid-morning on Saturday. A Cessna 172, Piper Warrior, Piper Arrow, Cirrus SR22T, Cessna 210, Piper Seneca, and a Quest Kodiak were on show at the Aerodrome on Skye where the travelling party were greeted by Richard Gerring, Highland Council’s transport manager.

Mr Gerring said: “This visit from these European aircraft is evidence that Skye airfield is open for business and can handle a broad range of general aviation.” planning