The day started well with a wave bar gap over the Lochs, cloud base at about 3500ft and the wind down the runway. Aerotows into the wave were achieved at about 3000ft to 4200ft depending on the conditions prevailing. All checks completed, with just a few duel tasks to continue. The computer whizz Stephen Baker, managed to find files for the Aboyne wave box so now all the Satnav's have the wave box displayed on the moving maps, Lasham gliders are superbly equipped! Achievements for the day were Stephen Baker and myself 16500ft followed by Stephen on his own to 14000ft. The two Dave,s Paffet and Bowtell got to 14000ft. Steve Powell with Farmer Bowtell made 11000ft and on Steve's second flight with Derek Copeland made 15200ft. Mike Dawson with myself made 13500ft and 12500ft later in the day. I was particularly pleased with the second flight where we pulled off the tow early and had to work hard to get into the wave. Another day with lively conditions but not as strong as the previous day. All returned to the house tired but well satisfied with the day.
John Simmonds
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