The weather forecast must have put members off - but they missed a really good day. The field was set up and one K21 and one Junior taken to the launch point with only just enough members present to run the field.
Plenty of thermals at North Hill (John Borland)
Steve Westlake had Milo and Toby on the instruction list and the solo list had seven pilots to fly. The wind was variously SW, W then NW with a fairly strong gradient which did give very good launch heights.
From the start, the flights were all extended to some degree during the morning. A heavy shower arrived in time to call for lunch. The sky was a little reluctant to give lift after the rain but by 14:00 the thermals had got going and it became difficult to come down.
Blue skies after the showers (John Borland)
The totals for the day were 9 solo flights 10 dual from 15 winch launches and four aerotows. One booked Trial flight and one walk-in power pilot keen to get reacquainted with gliders.
A good team effort to get the most out of the day and all kit safely put to bed by 16:30. Thanks to Steve for running the day and Alan Rappaport for standing in as tuggie. There were plenty of opportunities for more people to fly today. - John Borland (Longest flight)
