Seasons Greetings

Norman wants to wish all his friends and fans around the world a very Merry Christmas and a very happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.


Thank you all for following the adventure this year and hope that you will be there when it restarts in the spring.

Best wishes to you all.

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A Successful Show

Yesterday (16th December), Norman appeared live on the ‘Drivetime’ radio show broadcast by Chaine FM around the world via the internet.

Friends and fans were asked to send in questions and what was expected to be an hour long broadcast stretched in the end to nearly two hours. The DJ, Gary Andrews, talked with Norman about his reasons for taking up Autogyro flying and how this became a flight around the world.

Norman then went on to describe his journey stage by stage with questions from friends and fans being asked when they coincided with the part of the journey being talked about.

Norman was happy to hear from many of the people he had met earlier in his journey, albeit via a question received by email or text.

There were some light-hearted moments, like when he was asked about the use of ‘mid-air’ bananas, French chicken sandwiches, taxiing in a major International airport and whether he would do a lap of honour.

Finally, Norman went on to talk about the resumption of the flight next spring and the difficulties still to come.

The show was a resounding success and very entertaining and Norman wants to thank the DJ, Gary Andrews and his crew at Chaine FM as well as everyone who sent in questions and their best wishes for the rest of the flight.

Norman with DJ, Gary Andrews at Chaine FM Studio

It is hoped that a podcast of the show will be made available soon for all those who missed the live broadcast.

The Gyrox Team

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Norman’s Radio Show Details

If you have your diary handy and would like to listen to, or even take part in the forthcoming live Radio show featuring Norman then please take these details down…


Norman will be appearing during the three hour long Gary Andrews Drivetime radio show on Chaine FM, live from Larne, Northern Ireland from 4pm to 7pm (16:00hrs - 19:00hrs GMT), next Thursday, the 16th of December. Norman expects to be on air for around an hour between 4pm and 5pm but if there is enough interest from around the world then his 'gig' will be extended.

 Norman will talk about his flight and the adventures already undertaken and also about the forthcoming resumption of the journey next spring. He will also be answering questions from the public and this can include any of his fans from around the world.


If you have any questions for Norman or would just like to wish him well then there are a number of ways you can take part in the radio show.


Chaine FM has a website (click the link in the banner below) where you can send an email message whilst the show is in progress. There are also links where you can listen to the show as it is streamed live to one of three types of media player.
You can also email Gary Andrews, the DJ, with your comments and questions anytime before the show at gary@chainefm.com

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If you live more locally then there is a number for your text messages. It is 80818 - start your messages with "cfm" then a space. Texts charged at your standard rate. This is not a premium rate number.


To phone the studio on a landline the number is 07541 605850.


Whilst at the website why not check out the history of Larne’s own Radio Station, a community run voluntary organisation. They are also working on creating a podcast of the show for future download; we will let everyone know when this is available.

The Chain Memorial in Larne from which Chaine FM gets it name.

Chaine FM also has a Facebook page where you will be able to send your questions and messages via their wall. You will find their page at…
ChaineFM Facebook Page


If your December is feeling rather chilly and you want a break from the holiday shopping then why not settle down in front of the radio/PC and join Norman next Thursday for what will surely be an entertaining hour of fun and reminiscing about the previous year’s adventures. He is especially looking forward to answering questions from his friends and fans from a round the world and asks that you mention which country you are from when sending your questions.


A reminder will be posted on the day with a countdown to broadcast time.




The Gyrox Team


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Norman Lights up Larne.

Last Friday, the 3rd of December, Norman was one of the guests of honour at the annual switching on of the Larne Harbour Community Christmas tree lights.


On a freezing cold night with snow falling all around; the first time they had had real snow for the occasion; Norman led the resilient crowd of spectators in a NASA style countdown before flipping the switch to turn on the lights.

Norman donned his famous red flying suit for the occasion and didn’t look out of place alongside Santa Claus and a large festive ‘bear’. In fact, to keep warm Norman layered many undergarments to keep the chill out and did vie with Santa for the largest girth.

The Red Suit Brigade

A great, albeit chilly, time was had by all who attended and hot drinks and food was a welcome finale to the proceedings.

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Norman to Begin the Festive Season in Larne.

If you are in Northern Ireland on Friday the 3rd of December, pop along to the harbour area in Larne where Norman will be ceremonially switching on the lights of the Harbour Community Christmas Tree.

To get into the festive spirit, Norman will be wearing his famous red flying suit and will be happy to chat to friends and fans about his flight.

Another important date for your calendar will be on Thursday 16th December when Norman will be doing a live radio show broadcast. This will also be interactive and friends and fans from around the world will be able to ask questions or pass on words of encouragement via a number of formats.

The full details will be posted on the blog and other sites in the next day or two.


The Gyrox Team

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