With blue skies and a bright sun, as well as a good weather forecast, it was evident that the members present had every intention of getting the most out of the day - so it was no surprise that the hangar doors were open before 8:30am with gliders being pulled out and daily inspections completed.
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| Early start with bright blue skies (Mike Sloggett) |
The winch was soon being set up in the South East corner of the airfield with both K21s, the DG505, the Perkoz and a Junior being walked down to the launch point in the North West corner.
And then it was on with the flying list with Sally Hender doing a sterling job in the launch vehicle. Karen King had some check flights with Peter Smith and resoloed after a bit of a lay-off, and later in the day some familiarisation flights in the Perkoz. Karen was our second successful 1:1 booked training this season, following a number of cancellations due to the weather.
And then it was on with the flying list with Sally Hender doing a sterling job in the launch vehicle. Karen King had some check flights with Peter Smith and resoloed after a bit of a lay-off, and later in the day some familiarisation flights in the Perkoz. Karen was our second successful 1:1 booked training this season, following a number of cancellations due to the weather.
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| North Hill from the East (Mike Sloggett) |
Whilst it would have been good to continue flying through lunch, the decision was made that with limited member resources and everyone needing a break, flying would be adjourned until early afternoon. After lunch the flying list continued to progress until with everyone having flown it was time to fly the gliders back to the hangar.
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| North Hill sunset (Mike Sloggett) |
During the day Mike and Barbie Fairclough brought their Cub R151 across from Watchford Farm to provide some aerotow launches whilst the Pawnee is on Annual (should be available next week).
Both Falkes were busy with some local flying.
Another good day when teamwork ensured that all members who wanted to fly got into the air - a particular thank you to Sally and Rob Hender for helping out with the ground tasks throughout the day. 46 launches in all. - Mike Sloggett
Both Falkes were busy with some local flying.
Another good day when teamwork ensured that all members who wanted to fly got into the air - a particular thank you to Sally and Rob Hender for helping out with the ground tasks throughout the day. 46 launches in all. - Mike Sloggett
