Only John wanting to fly so we decided to try one winch launch (the day didn't look that great...). Then Derek Emeny arrived, helping John rig KG. Derek is a long time glider pilot and used to own a PZL Cobra, He was keen for a flight in JW if it was soarable. So John launched, climbing in weak thermals and finally reaching the wave after some time. Meanwhile Phil and Derek got JW out, John returned to earth from 13000' to backseat in JW.
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| Thin snow on the hills now spring is here. Old Man Range etc. from 12000' |
This time the sky was quieter but despite reaching over 5000' a couple of times they were unable to contact the wave. However Derek had 1 hour plus soaring and very much enjoyed the flight. Hopefully we'll see him clocking up some more JW time soon.
Thanks to Phil for the 2 launches.
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