The kit was readied, but due to the low cloud, we took the opportunity to spend time doing groundschool for much of the morning. George was invited to do a notam and weather brief for the day. The forecast showed cold front clearing midday with low cloud and showery afternoon. By the end of the briefing, when we put the blinds up, the cold front had been almost non-existent and more than an hour early and the cloud was clearing.
The launchpoint was hurriedly set up and the afternoon saw a good amount of local soaring, with 3 two-seaters, 2 Juniors and 4 private owners, however it was just local as even Matt couldn't get beyond Cullompton in the strengthening wind.
R37 was rigged, thanks to Ian M and helpers for completing annual inspection, minor woodwork repair and nose and tail wheel assemblies.Well done to Paul M who passed his Bronze exam at the first sitting.
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| The sun always shines on North Hill |
