Sometimes a gliding day becomes a bit of a roller coaster. Today was like that as I set off of the airfield in fog and drizzle. Arriving at the airfield the weather had definitely improved. Cloud base was rising rapidly and there were blue holes appearing every where. Ok, gliders out and lets go.
Now we discovered that we would be operating with only one 2 seater; the Bocian really needed it’s undercarriage serviced . So we divide into 2 groups, one group go flying, the other group get on with the Bocian undercarriage.
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| One Day Course candidate Jeremy Hester ready to go |
By the time flying started, the weather was really looking good. There was obvious streeting in the brisk westerly wind. We welcomed Jeremy Hester who came to complete a One Day Course that he had started in the autumn when the weather had stopped play before he had finished. This time he enjoyed a circuit followed by a soaring flight in the very strong conditions.
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| CFI Don in work mode with Jerry Wellington |
Best flight of the day was the Twin Astir flown by Ged and Phil who were airborne for just over an hour during which time they made their way upwind to Launceston. CFI Don was kept busy today with early lessons for new member Roger White, improving lessons with Jerry Wellington, advanced lessons with licenced pilots Will Wilson and Steve Raine, and he managed to fit in a trial lesson in between. Phew!
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| CFI Don in "Are you wearing those shorts for a bet?" mode |
On return to the hangar we discovered that between them, Allan Holland, Chris Kaminski and David Bouchier had removed the Bocian undercarriage and had plans in place to ensure that it is repaired soon. Many thanks.
Unhappily we also discovered that club stalwart Vic England had fallen on the uneven ground opposite the clubhouse and had several cuts and grazes on his face. Paramedics whisked him away to ensure that there was no other damage. More information on this soon.
A day of highs and lows.
Steve
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