It may be premature of me but as I stood on the top of the bowl this morning looking westwards I could just about see Summer coming. The day started a little overcast with threats of rain showers moving in during the late morning. However, we were extremely lucky as the expected rain passed us by. I arrived around 9.30 and understand due to roadworks and road traffic collisions in the local area some members took over one and a half hours to reach the bowl and it was the same for the drive home. There's dedication to the hobby for you. Today, was also an opportunity for me to meet two potential club members, both Tony and Gary had the chance to meet other club members and explore the dynamics of slope soaring. Club members attending today were Nick V, Scotty T, Paul H and myself. Early flights were very good with exceptional lift being available and as the morning progressed the weather improved significantly to the extent that we had Skylarks singing above us and poppies in the fields behind, almost a usual beautiful summers day but the wind still had a bit of a chill in it.
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| View South West |
I must admit it's been a while since I have been out on the slopes for various reasons but it was great to meet up with the chaps and have a good catch up.
Poor old Scotty had to complete the walk of shame to collect his model from the field directly behind the slope as the wind caught his PSS Me163 Komet, luckily no damage was caused to the model and access to it was easy.
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| Recovery of Scotty's Me163 |
Nick V took part in a personal spot landing contest, we understand that he was an aircraft carrier pilot in a former life so decided to catch both arrestor hook cables at the same time. Also, no damage was done to the model. The only damage was to Nick's pride, we also think if he had had his car boot open at the time he could just about have got it inside his car. He also flew his Middle Phase today.
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| Nick V in launch mode with his Middle Phase |
Paul H had an awesome morning's flying his recently repaired Dammit glider. This model really goes fast in a good blow.
In summary, now the weathers seems to have turned a corner it is hoped that we will be able to get out more over the next few months. A great morning's flying with excellent company. See you guys soon.
