Today it rained... then rained some more. And then really rained, leaving the airfield as wet as it's been all winter, with a torrent of run-off from the airfield carving a deep groove in the main runway access track before spreading stones and debris across the threshold to the hangar. H20-wise, we had it all today - the only Raine we didn't encounter being our colleague Steve Raine, who stayed at home while his namesake did its best to ruin our day.
Arriving at the crossroads at the top of the lane, it was quite welcoming to see smoke belching from the woodburner chimney - thanks to the recent clearing of an excess of trees and bushes by the cadets from Kelly College, who've been working alongside our own club members.
Today's highlights?
First of all, Dave "Rip-'n-Roll" Rippon once again abandoned his Field Treasurer's quill pen and cashbox to spend the morning rolling the airfield, culminating in tractor and roller reversing tutorial from Chairman (and professional driving instructor) Steve Lewis. Meanwhile our other Field Treasurer, Robin Wilson, helped his syndicate partners Ged Nevisky and Phil Hardwick to haul the Twin Astir up to the hangar, so they could prepare the glider for its annual inspection (which this time around includes the tedious and costly task of replacing both release hooks).
Everyone present spent a while in the clubhouse discussing some of the challenges which face the club, including getting the field and the fleet ready for the open day on May 5th and contributing some very positive thoughts regarding such topics as the forthcoming election of an expanded committee (and who might serve on it!), and the current hot chestnut of a strategic plan for the club.
During a discussion with Phil regarding the 'legitimising' of his recent Silver C distance flight, it transpired that he may well have achieved his Height Gain as well. Meanwhile Steve spent a while with Robin and Dave discussing NOTAMS, navigation and field landings, in preparation for their forthcoming NAVEX flights.
Bob Pirie
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