The lines ( temperature and dew point ) on the atmospheric soundings for today were almost touching suggesting a very moist airmass with lots of low cloud. And that is exactly how it turn out.
There were enough members keen to fly and keep their currency, practice circuits, cable breaks etc. in the brisk NW wind. Early launches encountered a 700 ft. cloudbase but this gradually improved to allow everyone to have some fun.
We welcomed new member Malcolm Roberts who joined the club today. He is an experienced Silver “C” glider pilot who last flew 44 years ago. I guess some things you never really forget; on his second flight he flew the K13 around the circuit and landed perfectly. At the end of flying Malcolm kindly produced bacon rolls for everyone. Something tells me he and CFI Don ( absent today) are going to get on really well.
Meanwhile, in the hanger, K13 G-DDMX was derigged, cleaned out and fitted with a much needed new undercarriage skirt and then reassembled ready for tomorrow. Thanks John.
Steve
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