After a morning of looking out of the rain splattered windows hoping for some improvement there was a lot of 'will we, won't we fly' conversation going on. A return of the Thursday Weather Lecture by Pete and Jill reminding those present how much they had forgotten and prompted some for the need to do some revision ready for the next installment. It filled in the time until the kit was readied with a huge amount optimism for flying followed by an early lunch. There was also a brief demonstration of the DSGC Simulator to Dartmoor GS visitor Steve Lesson.
Some brightness (Mark Layton)
Various members had already left but those remaining took two K21s and a Junior to the west end under the guidance of Mark Courtney and Chris Wool. The first flight was at 14:30 with nothing more than slightly extended circuits for those who got into the air. A bit of juggling around was required due to the lack of experienced people able to do the necessary tasks but it enabled everyone to have least one flight before the last flight at just before five.
Skeleton crew with heavy skies at times (Mark Layton)
Everything was safely packed away and everyone was pleased they made the effort on an otherwise indifferent day!
Thanks to our instructors for their encouragement and to all who worked hard to enjoy the afternoons fun and games. A total of 14 flights were completed. - Mark Layton
