We expected a slow start and so it was with low clouds scudding across the west end of the field. K21 HCX, the Perkoz NH2 and Junior LRD were taken to the launch point opposite the Clubhouse, with the winch set up in the south west corner. We watched the clouds scudding across the field until confident of a safe escape route if a full height launch wasn’t achieved and set forth achieving 1,400 ft before release and then enjoyed a meander over Broadhembury and beyond with some reduced sink and lovely clear views. A further 12 flights followed including 5 for Simon Minson and Andy Pincombe who cleared the final hurdle to reclaim his Instructor rating. Well done Andy.
Nice day before the clouds gathered (Simon Minson)
The clouds in the west were progressively building and darkening so we returned the toys to the hangar soon after 14:00 in advance of the rain which had been steadily moving west towards us. Vikki was expecting us for a late lunch which worked well and was much appreciated.
Not the longest or best of days but we flew and enjoyed it. - Peter Smith
