It was always going to be cloudier today - but there was some doubt about the possibility of rain....
With several of the Thursday regulars away on holiday, and others choosing the sunnier Wednesday, it was a quieter Course week Thursday than normal.
Flying continues with leaden skies (Jill Harmer) |
The cloud started off at a reasonable height allowing 6 - 8 minute circuits, but gradually the base started to be less defined .......
Sheltering from the heavy drizzle (Andy Williams) |
.......and late afternoon there was a period of heavy drizzle which brought proceedings to an early end with the gliders walked back to the hangar.
Chris Wool playing with his new toy (Andy Williams) |
But a busy day with 40 launches in total. - J&P