17 June 2005
Bax has gone and with him a chapter of aviation writing has closed.
For over 25 years he wrote a column at the back of the U.S magazine Flying that inspired many to take to the skies.
‘Flying, any kind of flying, is addictive. Once you have taken instruction from a qualified teacher and in a surprisingly short time he has seen fit to set you free, nothing will come along into your life that equals this experience. There will be many challenges available to improve yourself, but from the day you solo, you will never stop thinking about it. Few of us, even after a lifetime, can shut up about it.’
‘Isn’t this terribly expensive? You might well ask. As compared with what? It’s not as expensive as indulging a hearty appetite for fine wines or beer or bass, and you get to see much more of the countryside.’
Bax had a way with words and we’ll miss him
