Forecast for Sat 15 Apr 23
A dry day with sunny spells but an isolated shower is still possible. Max temp c11°C.
WE’RE OFF TO FLY IN THE FRENCH ALPS
Four club members have been selected as some of the lucky participants to take part in the annual tri-service expedition, Parcours Combattants 29 Apr 23 – 14 May 23, to Sisteron in France and joining with pilots from the Royal Navy and Army.
Forecast for Fri 8 Apr 23
A fine day with bright or sunny intervals and feelin warm in the sunshine.
Flying Report Sat 1 Apr 23
A large crowd assembled at H4 and it was great to welcome the next tranche of MEF students. With a number of visitors it was set to be a busy day with both tugs and three two-seat aircraft fully employed.
AERIAL BLESSINGS – A FIRST FOR UK GLIDING
The club is now delighted to be able to offer aerial blessings, believed to be a first for UK Gliding.
Forecast for Sat 01 Apr 23
Cloudy with a few bright or sunny spells at times. Light N wind with max temp c10C.
FLYING REPORT SAT 25 MAR 23
With rain in the air and the cross wind out of limits for the tugs the day was scrubbed at about 12:00. So it was the perfect opportunity to get in some ground school for our younger members.
Forecast for Sat 18 Mar 23
Sunny intervals and scattered showers, with some heavy at times and possibly thundery.
Flying Report Sat 11 Mar 23
Highlight of the day was a first solo at the club Richard Head.
Forecast for Sat 11 Mar 23
A cold and frosty start with rain, sleet and snow in the afternoon. Max temp in the wind will feel like -1°C.
Flying Report 4 Mar 23
A large gathering, 6 aircraft on the launch point and 2 tugs kept everyone fully occupied.
Forecast for Sat 4 Mar 23
Some bright or sunny spells in the morning and cloud gradually building up in afternoon.
BGA Diploma for Club Chair Alan Swan
We are delighted that Club Chair Alan Swan has been awarded a BGA Diploma.