The first Summer Course of the season began in the clubhouse around 08:30. The instructors James Flory and Guy Adams made everyone feel welcome with an enjoyable briefing and introduction. We were all cautiously optimistic about the weather for the week. Amongst the course members was a variety of experience levels and it was great to hear everyone discussing their aims and objectives for the course.
Briefings at the launch point (Library picture)
Flying began around 11am and flights were generally 6-8 minutes but a few managed to get into the low teens. A superb lunch was served up by Vicky in the North Hill Cafe & everyone re-fuelled themselves for the afternoon flying.
The course helpers Dave Perriam, Ashley Thomas and Emma Flory did a superb job & worked hard to keep the day running smoothly. As well as flying instruction, all members were instructed on ground ops and I also enjoyed a refresher on winch driving.
A big thank you to the hard working instructors for their enduring patience and skills & kudos to the course helpers for their hard work throughout the day. - Julian West
