Saturday 5th December

The waterlogged airfield prohibited the use of the cable retrieve vehicle, so there was no winching. But the Pawnee was put to good use, before the rain set in just before lunch. Two Trial Lessons and several members enjoyed the turbulence over the far end of the field, on the climb out, in the blustery south westerly wind.
The afternoon was then spent in the Clubhouse talking through the BGA safe winch launching briefing.

After an excellent evening meal from 'H' for 25 or so members, the Club gathered for the AGM. At least three quarters of the membership attended to hear that the Club had a healthy fleet, infrastructure and bank account but was suffering from an alarming drop in numbers. Something to think about for the new Committee, which has a change of Chairman, Secretary, CFI and several new members elected.
Annual trophies were presented to the usual culprits. The President invited the retiring Chairman to join him at the 'top table' as Vice President. Mike Fitz was thanked by the massed ranks for his generous and dedicated work for the Club, having completed 50 years instructing with us. He was presented with a gift from the members and a framed 'Matt' cartoon.