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Pilot Sketches ‘I’m Bored’ During Safety Test, No Reprimand

7/15/2026

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On 14 July 2026 a Ravenair Piper Tomahawk performed a safety test over northern England and Wales, during which the pilot traced “I’m bored” at 1,100 feet.
The flight was required after the aircraft’s cylinder, a key fuel-burn component, was replaced and needed verification.
Operation manager Wayne Barrett said the stunt was skillful and that the pilot will face no formal reprimand.
He also confirmed the aircraft has returned to the hangar.

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Story summary

On 14 July 2026 a Ravenair Piper Tomahawk performed a safety test over northern England and Wales, during which the pilot traced “I’m bored” at 1,100 feet.
The flight was required after the aircraft’s cylinder, a key fuel-burn component, was replaced and needed verification.
Operation manager Wayne Barrett said the stunt was skillful and that the pilot will face no formal reprimand.
He also confirmed the aircraft has returned to the hangar.