I'm currently free on both those days. Slight possibility something might come up, but if it does I can find myself a deputy no problem! :)

Nimbus265,

I am happy with either day. I hope to fly in but a/c has to have its annual early May. Should be back by then.

I've 18 names now, which is enough for one day, but just short of enough for 2 days.... unless some of you are interested more than just the 2 flights!!

Anymore interest!!

;)

I can do either date


thanks
Alex

Sounds great! I've done a tiny bit of gliding before (about four winch launches over several years), so I hope that doesn't exclude me. I don't know about the dates yet as I work shifts and won't see my roster for a couple of days.

I can do either date - looking forward to it ;)

I would be interested in doing more than 2 flights if you are trying to fill up the slots - 'cos I am a slow learner!

DB

Can you put me down for the Monday, I am happy to try 2 lots if there is space or even an air tow.
Can I fly in in a helicopter?

Only if you agree to give those of us who have never been in one a flight. :D

Please sir, I'd like to soar!

I can probably do either day, and will be driving from SW London if anyone wants a lift - unless someone offers me a ride from an airfield nearby!

SD

Need to check - but shouldn't be a problem

I used to have a T-Shirt quoting.... 'Gliding Instructors take you from behind and make you Soar'.... very wrong I know, and as my rating has lapsed, it's now relegated to being one of those never worn items.

Nimbus265,

If you get much more interest, it may be worth posting on the Mil thread and seeing if the GSA at Halton could donate a K21 and tug for the task.... serious BBQ territory then!

TBK

Hi Nimbus

I'm now a definite for Tue 23rd please, day booked off.

Being totally new to gliding a few questions....

How long do winch launch flights last?
I assume you get to go higher and further on a tug launch?
How much extra would the tug launch be?

Thanks
Kev

OK Folks, Just in the processes of putting all the arrangements in place.

To answer your questions Kev:

How long do winch launch flights last? - that depends on whether you manage to stay up or not!!!

I assume you get to go higher and further on a tug launch? - incorrect! We currently operate winch launches, which on a good day (Reasonable head-wind) will give you in somewhere between 1500 and 2000' on the launch. If the pilot can establish himself in a thermal, then you can use this lift to ascend. Consequently you can then then 'hang around'! or use that height and transfer it to distance, trading height for distance. If you want to go further, then you need to stop and top up the height. An aerotow, will give you the release height (say 2000') without the need to find lift after coming off the winch launch to climb to 2000' feet.

How much extra would the tug launch be? - Currently working on the rates for that now; I'm trying to secure the clubs tug, but have offers of additional tugs as well.

any more takers???

If you need any more help on the ground side I can be available if your own club is short of people mid week.

sadly can not join you
just know it will be a brill day
enjoy

Sadly, I too wouldn't be able to make this. It sounds like a great idea.

Are there any gliding PPRuNers in the North (M62 Corridor) who might be able to arrange something similar?

Details should now be published next week following a couple of weeks away. Regards

Nimbus

None Flyers
 

Could people who already have gliding experience come down as well, I was thinking coming down for a laugh and chat not for flying, just to meet people and make new friends.

Regards SPMCUK:)

PS Anyone going from Lincolnshire area??

Hi all. Thank you Nimbus for bringing this back to the top. There will be a list going up soon as to who will be going on what days.

At the moment I have very limited access for a while, my laptop is very poorly and this is affecting getting online but I will post a list in the next day or so.

Anyone can come to this even if you don't want to fly, just turn up and have a chat, enjoy the day and bring something for the bbq!!

thats fantastic could you let me know the name of the gliding site and the name of the towns nearby with places to stay I am really looking forward to it you cant beat a good ppruners bash

Kind Regards safe flying

SPMCUK:ok:

More info....
 

OK, Airfield booked for the 2 days (I'm working on the weather)...Club Members now stood up to help.

BRL is working on the list of who is coming on what day, which will be published ASAP.

If you have had previous experience - then still come along... If you just want to watch and talk/banter, then please come along.

Important bit.... would those of you who wish to fly into Upavon please PM or e-mail me as soon as possible so that I can notify the DAIS by FAX. ac reg, P1 and point of departure please. Airfield will be open to visiting ac from 0930hrs (local).

Sailplane and Gliding magazine are also hoping to cover the event.

Anyone travelling by car who needs directions let me know! I've had an offer by one of the club members to put on a BBQ at lunch time. Who's interested???

More to follow... Nimbus

Ok, many many thanks Nimbus for sorting all this out, very much appreciated. :)

Here is a list for those who have indicated earlier on this thread when they can come. I did have all but two for day one, so have split the names up a bit to cover both days. If you can't make it or want to change you day or anything else, please let me or Nimbus know as soon as you can.

Nimbus will be sorting out those of you who want to fly in-please get in touch with him for more details about this as soon as you can.

Anyone can attend for the two days, non-flyers will be more than welcome and don't forget there is a BBQ too!!

I hope to be there for both days, flying on the Monday and helping out on the Tuesday so come down and say hello if you want.

Anyhow, here is the list..........

Monday 22 May.

• Penguina
• Bob Stinger
• Brl
• Broomstick Pilot
• HighWing Drifter
• DBo
• Aerbabe
• Rotorboater
• Saab Dastard

Tuesday 23 May.

• Juliet Papa
• Kevwal
• Pulse1
• Pitts Flyer
• Papa Charlie
• ARLG
• TMMorris
• CDH

As you can see there is room for more if you want to come and fly on the day, just let us now if you want me to add you names to the list.

See you all there!

Great stuff BRL and Nimbus, thanks for arranging this. :ok:

I'm up for a BBQ for lunch and / or dinner - do we need to bring vittles (or just cash) ;)

Can you let us know if we need to pay anything up front, and I would appreciate directions by road.

I will be driving from SW London if anyone wants a ride - just PM me.

I'll start praying for good weather!

SD

Thanks for organising this, chaps!


Saad Bast ... oh no, I always make that mistake.
Anyway - need to check my rota, but if I can make the 22nd, can I have a life please?

just added me to monday
I did pm nimbus, must have got lost?? (note on page 2)
I'll resend a/c detail for arrival ppr
Anyone want a lift from oop Norf?

Many thanks Nimbus and BRL for organising what we hope will be a great couple of days. I will certainly be there on the Tuesday. As I am still uncertain whether the annual on the aeroplane will be finished by then, I think I had better commit to drive. Probably be quicker anyway.

I look forward to meeting everyone there.

AB,

I'm afraid I can't help you with that, but if you need a lift I would be delighted. :p

SB - oh no, SD

Just had one drop out from day 1. Plenty of spaces left for anyone who wants to come, just let us know here please. :)

Oh dear, Freudian slip. :uhoh:

Just moved one from day one to the second day. Plenty of spaces still available.

Nimbus, do we bring our own food for the BBQ or will it be pay as you go??

Hi All

Thanks again to Nimbus / BRL for organising. Unfortunataly my lift from Cranfield had to drop out so I am after a lift down again :)

Anyone going past Northamptonshire fancy picking me up from a local airfield (Sywell?) or anyone setting off within an hour or so of Northampton want some company and cost share?

Very happy to cost share, pay landing fees, buy lunch, etc.

Cheers
Kev

If the uptake on a provided BBQ looks good, then we'll put one on..... If it doesn't then, if you bring your own food, we have the facilities for you to burn your own meat!!

So those of you coming.... do you want us to provide, or do you want to bring your own?

A burger and / or a sausage or two in a roll would be gratefully received and happy to pay a few quid for them. Better than us all bringing bits IMHO?

Cheers
Kev

Kev
I see this as an omen, If i change days from Monday to Tuesday I can pick you up on the way down & we can both fly on the sunniest day....

pm me comtact number to chat
CH

CDH, your a star, thanks very much, email sent with contact details etc.

Cheers
Kev

Kev
No PM or email recieved as yet :confused:

Hi CDH. I have just sent you an email and a private message just to see if they get through ok.

Hi CDH

Strange, I sent the email using the 'Email CDH' option, sent again by PM and Email this time.

Cheers
Kev

Kev got it, YHM
Alex YHM
I was going to update the list, change me to Tuesday but BRL has beat me to it :ok:
thanks Paul