The forecast was for a moderate south-westerly wind increasing as the day progressed with the possibility of light rain late afternoon. However the wind had a more southerly component, so a crosswind and plenty of lay-off on the launch. With a number of trainees at the club today it was going to be a busy day.
First up, Julia Old who is progressing well and coped well with the cross-wind launch and approaches.
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| Julia thinking about the flight. |
Returning member Darren Clark flew with BI Scratch to continue improving his basic skills.
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| Darren getting ready with Scratch. |
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| And launched by junior Freddie. |
Duty IFP Steve Fletcher had two visitors today. Due to the forecast they were asked to attend earlier than their booking time to hopefully be able to get their flights in. First to arrive was Paula Robinson who enjoyed two flights including an extended circuit.
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| Paula receiving her certificate. |
Next to fly with Steve was Finn Clark who experienced two circuits.
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| Finn and Steve ready to fly. |
Trainee Jamie Young was next to fly with me. Jamie is progressing well with his training and needs to start finessing his general flying and making his own decisions.
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| Happy Jamie ready to fly. |
The Twin Astir made an appearance. Phil Hardwick flew with syndicate partner Robin Wilson.
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| Robin and Phil in the Twin. |
The rain forecast to arrive late afternoon made an early entrance at 1 o'clock and forced a stand down for 40 minutes. A clearance allowed new member David Osment to have a flight before another band of rain arrived.
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| David discussing the flight with me. |
A further wait of 20 minutes passed before what ended up as the last two flights of the day. Val Kiely flew with Scratch and Frddie Purkiss flew with me. The strengthening crosswind was proving too much and it was decided to put the toys safely back in the hangar. As we finished packing away more rain appeared vindicating the decision.
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| Val with Scratch. |
Thanks to all at the club today, particularly those who were unable to fly.
Peter Howarth.
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