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FLIGHT of fancy

From a distance, Freycinet’s crushed-rock runway looks a tad narrow. Trees framing the clearing loom like overgrown giants from the Jurassic age. And, I’m told the field slopes to the west. But I’m not the pilot and trust that with a name like Friendly Beaches Airfield, there is nothing ahead but a happy landing.

Touchdown is a thrill. We cheer like kids – the five metres proves easily wide enough for our Grand Caravan aircraft. The Outback by Air Cessna will fly eight of us around Tasmania for the next nine days.

I’m already in a relaxed mood. No need for ID, or ticket, no tedious check-in or airport security and, best, the freedom to

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