Wel, I finally did it, after 2 non-starters due to weather.
But, almost a non-go today. Having planned Redhill-Goodwood-Southend-Redhill, there was too much cross-wind to land at Southend.
So, Redhill-Sandown-Rochester-Redhill instead. Lovely clear skies, and not too much trouble from the wind aloft. So, great viz, but will I spot the two grass airfields?! Yep, sure did, and without too much effort - I must be getting better.
Two concerns on the way: (1) I had the wrong frequency for Sandown -yep I used the freq from the 2004 Pooley's, but when it was all too quiet, a quick check on the map revealed all - one to remember in future. Concern number2 was the light. I had agreed a turn-back point with my instructor, and got there with 5 mins to spare.
Still, all in all, a lovely flight. Portsmouth harbour looked fantastic with the sun glinting off the water.
So, some revision to do now and then the skills test.
Safe and happy flying all.
C23
