At last, a flyable Thursday as well as Wednesday this week, with North Hill popping out above the mist in the valleys, and it was glorious sunshine from early on. It had been a bit chilly overnight with very heavy dew on the grass, so we delayed getting the gliders out of the hangar so they could warm up a bit and not get covered in condensation.
Mist in the valleys (Mike Horwood)
Then it was full steam ahead with the hangar emptied and white card conditions. Both Juniors were in demand and Mike Sloggett and Pete Harmer started working through the long training and checks list, and Wooly flew with the IFP's.
Dramatic long shadows (Mark Layton)
Launches were high with extended circuits in the smooth, calm conditions, just before lunch time, some small cumulus started developing over the airfield, but there was no lift under them. Then a little bit of over-development created a streety convergence, also not producing any lift.
Streety / Convergence building (Mark Layton)
But everyone seemed to enjoy the day, so thanks to all for the smooth running.- J&P
