Wildthings Over Itford Hill

Once again due to the prevailing winds we gathered at Itford Hill. I met the Club Chair in the lay-by and commenced the stroll to the top. At the top we found Kevin M flying his Wildthing. He also brought along his Let 13 foam glider which flew well in the conditions. The wind and lift were strong but diminished through the morning. Rob S and I both brought along Wildthings too. Rob had the Club trainer as he was expecting to give a trial lesson and conduct more lessons with existing club members.

Kevin M's Let 13 Foam Glider

Graham H, a potential member arrived next and brought along pastries for us to enjoy. Our thanks go to him for such a nice thought. Maybe this could become a trend for other potential members to adopt, only joking. Graham H had the opportunity to get hands on a Wildthing under the supervision of Rob S.

Mark J arrived also with his Wildthing and displayed a different landing technique than his normal perfect arrivals. Without causing any damage to the airframe.

Mark V Ready for Launch

The largest model of the day without doubt was Mark V’s Diana 2 molded glider that looks awesome and flew well but as reported last time he again landed short of the landing area and sustained minor damage on the same barbed wire fence that he had landed on the last time. Hope the repair goes well. Once he had packed up the Diana 2 he flew his Middle Phase.

Diana 2 Glider - Most Impressive

Again, it was great to see Gordon S out and about on the slope getting more stick time with Rob S on the Club trainer.

Martin J paid us a visit this morning with a view to joining the Club. Although an experienced powered aircraft flying pilot with another club he has a desire to branch out into slope soaring. We do hope that he will decide to join our club.

Robin A was also present this morning with his collection of his Phase 6, Micro Lunak and a scratch-built wing. I must say the Micro Lunak looks very impressive in flight, especially in it’s bold colour scheme.

At one time I counted four SAS Wildthings airborne at the same time. I am continuing to practice my landings but as always ended up in the trees and bushes again. More practice needed.