Need For Speed: Go fast for under £200k

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The FLYER Show. 7.30pm. Thursday, 6 November 2025. YouTube.

In this week’s episode of The FLYER Show, Ed Hicks, Dave Calderwood and Annabel Cook bring you the latest aviation news, weather, and flying insights for pilots and enthusiasts.

We cover the record-breaking CubCrafters Carbon Cub climb to 37,609ft, upcoming changes to halon fire extinguisher regulations, and the CAA’s review of Letters of Agreement affecting UK airfields.

There’s also a SkyDemon top tip on creating in-app checklists and Simon Keeling’s weekend flying weather forecast.

Later in the show, the team discuss affordable speed in general aviation – comparing fast yet cost-effective aircraft such as the Harmon Rocket II, Glasair II and Piper Comanche 250.

We also highlight the latest FLYER Club news, including free landing offers, explore fascinating aviation topics from circular rainbows to bush flying in Alaska, and preview the upcoming Light Aircraft Design Conference at the Royal Aeronautical Society.