Guest Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I think the generl vibe is for an evening flight... So, 16:00 is I suppose? SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantheman Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 If the wind is down the hill, can we use the Combes field instead ? I reckon that is set up for a Southerly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquaddie Posted July 1, 2009 Author Share Posted July 1, 2009 It is pretty dammed hot out there………… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 Yeah!!! it was warm yesterday when i was flying too and was even hotter on satuday just make sure you bring loads of cold water!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 That was one of those flights.... I did not feel 1 bump on the entire flight! It was silky silky smooth by the time I took off at 19:20 I spent just under an hour in the air, climbing then spiraling it down to eye up some possible new fields (more on that later) then climbing up again to 3,000 ft. I think I am addicted to it!! no, I know I am addicted to it!!! For those that decided to say at home.... IT WAS A BAD IDEA, YOU JUST MISSED ONE OF THE BEST EVENINGS FLYING OF THE YEAR SO FAR Nice to see a good load in the air, including some old faces 'Rob' I think that's your name? Its been a while.... SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cageuk Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 Good on you Simon et al. Unfortunately I was working late and couldn't even get to my local field. Plus I'm having a couple of probs with my motor at the mo (so what's new). Look forward to hearing all about tonights exploits. Cheers Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantheman Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 Sorry guys I could not face the drive and then the possibility of launching up that hill, still I managed a peachy bit of sunset airtime from Guildford, photos to follow of course !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 Next time you go up there Dan give me a ring. I might try and get up there tomorrow for a couple of hours if your up for it. You missed a very nice evening at the flag pole. Glad you got a fly in at guildford Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 That was one of those flights....For those that decided to say at home IT WAS A BAD IDEA, YOU JUST MISSED ONE OF THE BEST EVENINGS FLYING OF THE YEAR SO FAR SW Thank you I really wanted to know that Pete b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druffuk Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 Nice one guys. Totally gutted I couldn't make it, really itching to move forward with training. New tyres should be here tomorrow so fingers crossed for the next good flying day.... Look forward to seeing some pics and vids..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquaddie Posted July 2, 2009 Author Share Posted July 2, 2009 Thanks lads for joining me on my Wednesday night off – just a shame I didn’t get in the air. O’ well – looking positive. In a few days I should have a new battery, my own sweaty helmet, reserve and headset. Now that’s looking forward. Maybe again next Wednesday then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 Why what happened Spill the beans Pete b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquaddie Posted July 2, 2009 Author Share Posted July 2, 2009 Short version – My battery was dead. Simon arrived at 1900 swapped batteries (cheers) – that was dead. Simon went for his fly (lucky sod). Swapped batteries with his machine (cheers). The wind now dropped to reserve or forward launch time and blowing across and slightly up the hill. Tried a few reserve launches, but either me or the wind was not there. The time was now about 2120 hrs ish. Then was going to try a forward (same wind conditions), but didn’t go, because I felt lack of commitment and confidence with the short distance to take off – especially when I’ve never done a forward before and not practice much (yes, my fault). All I felt in my head was ‘why’ try and take off in this situation for a 10 minute flight and a good chance of breaking the motor or a part of me. Fly another day. So, looking forward to getting all my own kit and be more flexible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 All I felt in my head was ‘why’ try and take off in this situation for a 10 minute flight and a good chance of breaking the motor or a part of me. Fly another day. Good pilot decision Pete b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 Agreed 100% SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquaddie Posted July 2, 2009 Author Share Posted July 2, 2009 Didn’t feel that at the time, but it does now. At that exact moment it is a very hard thing to do – say no and pack your kit away (maybe harder then saying ‘sod it’ and try a take off) Or maybe, it is the age thing – more cautions You see many old and bold pilots, but you never see an old and bold pilot. (Of course not referring to your hair style ) The old ones are always the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 You see many old and bold pilots, but you never see an old and bold pilot. The old ones are always the best. I know one personaly Scorch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquaddie Posted July 8, 2009 Author Share Posted July 8, 2009 I will not mention the Wednesday evening club, because the weather is 'PANTS' So I won't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 I will not mention the Wednesday evening club, because the weather is 'PANTS'So I won't. You just did Pete b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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