Michiko soars with Ingo

Great to see the boys from Melbourne who gave away the golf this morning to see the sights of Tocumwal from the air . Also Michiko (Aunt of Arts) was thrilled to go soaring with Ingo.

Silver C distance for Arts

Congratulations to Arts who achieved his Silver C distance and height with a climb to 9,800 feet today.Terry did 470kms heading South West to St. Arnaud. The two Neils enjoyed soaring in the Nimbus 3D. Top temp. 33.9.

Welcome to Tocumwal Arts

A big welcome to Japanese glider pilot Arts and his Aunt Michiko who arrived late last night in Tocumwal. After a check flight with Eddie Arts headed off on a 120 km cross country with Ingo. Bill enjoyed a test flight soaring in the Ls4. Top temp. today was a pleasant 29.8 degrees. Good to see Neil and Glenda who arrived yesterday.

Trip Highlight

Tom, a former Airforce pilot from Washington State couldn't wipe the smile off his face after a scenic flight with Eddie today in the Blanik. Bill towed in the Maule. Tom and his wife have been visiting various places along the East Coast however, Tom said this was definitely the highlight of his trip to Australia! Ingo has just returned from a 300km flight -Deni/Wanganella/Yarrawonga and home. Grant enjoyed soaring to Deni and back while Terry stayed local. Phil's dad called in today with news that Phil hopes to be up in Toc soon to hone his ultralight skills.

From the Nullabor to Toc

Finally we have had some much needed rain -22ml over 24 hours Friday/Saturday. Don headed off to Deni early yesterday in the J160 for instruction with students. When he arrived back mid afternoon Chris took the opportunity to go flying. Great to see Ken Boland, Vic RTO Officer. Ken has just spent a week on the Nullabor Plains. Also good to see Lothar who has been very busy with work committments. Lothar and Ken enjoyed a flight together.Tonight we welcome Arts from Japan who will be in Tocumwal for a few weeks flying.

Cup day

Great to see Andrew who called in today. Mum & Dad (Glenda & Ross) are going well. Andrew hopes to get back into gliding soon. Pete had a day off from his busy schedule to fit some flight time in XOH. Ingo and Phil were off again in the Dimona while Bernie went soaring with a friend. Laurel & Tim headed back to Melbourne in the Mooney after Tim did some towing in the Maule. Al from Lake Keepit Soaring Club called in for a cuppa on his way through Tocumwal.

Windy conditions

A big thanks to Laurel who held the fort today while Eddie and Tim headed off to Horsham in the Mooney. Juerg flew 425kms and Grant 302kms in windy conditions with climb of 6500 feet. Don was busy in the J160 with instruction in the morning and scenic flights in the afternoon.

Juerg flies 290km

Juerg from Sweden flew 290kms today in XCH. Laurel continued her training in the Maule with Eddie while Jake (learning to be a field runner) showed us his talent with kite flying in between launches. Last night's BBQ was a success with great food and Dave entertaining everyone with his fantastic piano playing.

Aerobatics - amazing!

Tim & Laurel arrived this morning in the Mooney for the Melbourne Cup weekend. Both Dave and Chris spent a pleasant afternoon soaring. Top temp. 26 degrees. Great to see Dieter who enjoyed a flight with Ingo. Ingo also went flying with Phil in the Dimona. It's been terrific watching the aerobatics over the airport today - just amazing what these pilots can do! Now for the BBQ!!

Hive of activity!!

Good to see Dave who has just returned from the N.T.. Dave spent a pleasant afternoon soaring locally yesterday. Also, Terry gave his motor glider a workout. Hanna and Lada arrived earlier on in the week and have been busy settling in. It was great to see Peter and partner Shannon on Friday. Pete who went solo in April did some consolidation work with Eddie while Shannon enjoyed a scenic flight! Pete Corkery from Aviation & Composite Engineering called in for a chat (minus his Harley!!). The J160 continues to be popular with both Ray and Jann out this morning. Chris arrived from Melbourne ensuring his glider is ready for the upcoming season. Jake has been here over the weekend learning as much as he can from Eddie. Ingo and Phil have just headed off for a test flight in Phil's Dimona that he and Mike have been working on.