Well it's officially Spring and today it arrived in Devon! The forecast was going for a short-lived high pressure ridge in between rather wet frontal systems, with the Blackborough ridge and thermals working for at least most of the day. The two-seater flying list was full of currency checks and the single-seater list was even longer.
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| Busy launch point initially (Mike Sloggett) |
First launch was just before 10:00, with the whole of the club fleet ready to go and several private owners rigging. Launches were high and thermals were kicking off initially from the ridge, but within the hour becoming more widespread. The wind was a little stronger than expected at first, but as soon as it moderated the restriction on the early solo pilots was lifted.
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| Plentiful thermals (Mike Sloggett) |
Thermals were good and plentiful up to 4000ft above North Hill, and most flights were pleased to explore the local countryside again.
Pete Startup in 230 flew for 3 hours with O/R to Eaglescott, whilst Eric Alston in G29 found some wave at Cullompton and climbed up to the airway.
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| Even ENW got an airing from both syndicate partners (Mark Courtney) |
What a super day, with 61 launches, (15 flights more than an hour) and 36 members flying. - J&P
