Saturday 3rd September

Just how often are pilots told “You should have been here yesterday mate”.

The above picture shows a convergence sitting over Brentor that stretched from horizon to horizon taken on Friday. And today? Drizzle, occasional rain, low cloud, no flying.

Still never mind. A good chance to catch up on the work around the club. Matt and Rick did a great job of the routine servicing of the gliders, (again), a task that includes cleaning inside and out and lubricating all the moving parts.

A gleaming K13, courtesy of Matt and Rick, showing  it's new name decals.

The technical team busied themselves repairing the workshop roof and applying new club name decals to the gliders so that they all have the same format and font etc. (to help with our corporate identity apparently).

There was also time for some cross country training for Matt with instructors Don and David and a review of the training syllabus with our newest member Victor England.

Instructors Don and David discuss the intricacies of navigation with Matt while new member Victor looks on.

One project that has taken on a life of it’s own is the refurbishment of the ladies toilet. Our lady pilots have been seen with paintbrushes, new flooring, lampshades and pictures; whatever next.

A fun day with friends

Steve