Although the forecast for the weekend suggested that Saturday would be the better day, attendance was unusually low with only 10 or so members present.
Kevin Fairburn did a good first stint as Duty Launch Marshall, with the instructors on duty Martin Woolner and James Flory, and what we lacked in numbers we made up for in enthusiasm and focus.
Launchpoint ready (Karen King)
Therefore, as soon as cloudbase lifted the launch point was quickly set up with two K21’s and a Junior.
Karen King was first to fly (just after mid-day) with a currency check flight, courtesy of Martin, leading to a solo. The club’s youngest member, Tom, was next on the list and had enjoyable flights with James. Other notable moments were Chris Woodward, and Stewart Henshall (following a few hours working on the simulator) successfully renewing their card rating.
James Sydney back visiting North Hill (Karen King)
We welcomed visitors James Sydney and family, James last flew at North Hill in 2018, he came along with his 3-year-old son. As the photos show his son took an instant liking to golf buggies and bucket hats!
Hats and Golf Buggies (Karen King)
Thank you to those who have brought the second buggy into operation. By sunset everyone who wanted to fly had flown with the log showing a very reasonable (given the weather-delayed start) 24 winch launches and two aerotows. - Karen King
