For the second time only this year, aviation was going to be committed on a Sunday this year. What seemed to be continuous wet weather and low cloud every Sunday gave way to a forecast possible 2500ft cloudbase, light north/north-westerly wind with some possible soaring conditions. A K13 and the Astir were DI'd and towed to the east end launch point.
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| Astir & K13 ready for aviation. |
First to fly with me was Junior Toby Irons. Very keen Toby has been itching to get back in the air and progress with his flying. After the first three flights, he was spot landing the K13 opposite the bus. Later in the day he had another three flights during which he completed his first complete flight from take-off to landing.
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| Toby itching to get back into the air. |
We were joined today by One Day Course student Hannah Delaney. Hannah arrived with mum, dad and sister and has career ambitions to join the RAF. She enjoyed her day with us with 50 minutes in the air including a 23 minute soaring flight.
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| Hannah with duty BI Phil. |
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| And off they go... |
Next to fly with me was David Morley. David was getting back up to speed after the break due to weather and committing time to training a puppy to eventually become a guide dog.
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| K13 getting ready for another flight. |
Astir pilots Steve Fletcher, Andy Davey and Phil Hardwick took turns to try and make use of the soarable conditions. Longest flight was achieved by Andy with 38 minutes and he only returned to return to the winch. Thanks Andy.
Not to be left out, Howard Irons (Toby's dad) was treated to a trial flight with Steve Fletcher. I wonder if this could lead to Toby's flying fund being cut.
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| Howard and Steve. |
Thanks to all at the field today all messing in to keep things moving. Only 19 flights achieved, but all flew, some soaring and achievements made.
Peter Howarth
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