First a torrential start to the day, followed by an efficient changing of ends by the small group of enthusiasts present after the first couple of launches.
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| Retrieving the glider from the bed of a trout stream? No, it's just the water draining off the airfield |
Then it was a case of making the most of a situation in which Brentor was dogged with occasional low cloud, sporadic showers and a strengthening crosswind, while to the north and west conditions perked up quite well with sunshine and cumulus clouds. In fact, when I arrived home in North Cornwall, my wife reported a sunny and rain-free day's gardening.
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| Low cloudbase over Brentor Church |
Flying-wise, we had two trial lessons scheduled, but one candidate phoned in requesting that his flight be re-scheduled while the other, Ben Bishop, joined in the fun on the ground for a couple of hours before opting to come back in a couple of weeks' time.
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| The usual suspects enjoying some banter while sheltering in the launch hut. |
The only glider in use for both dual and solo flying was K7/13 G-DBVB, benefiting from its re-positioned and fully-functioning 'Launch Assistant' device ( thanks to David Jesty ). However, the variable cloudbase prevented most pilots from achieving full launch heights.
So hardly a memorable day, but I think everyone went home invigorated by the fresh air and, most importantly, current in terms of their flying.
Bob Pirie
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