This morning's competition had a chilly start, however after delivery of breakfast by our friends at McDonalds and as the first few planes began to emerge from the hangar you could really feel the energy start to emerge. After a thorough safety, weather and competition brief by the staff, the rest of the aircraft were pulled out of the hangar and taxied over to their starting positions.
What's so interesting is the variety of aircraft that are sitting on the ramp (as well as in the air) at the Keystone Airport. Looking around we have everything from our club's Pitt's Special to a Extra 300L. Bi-planes, however, are the most popular aircraft out on the ramp today. There are also a multitude of monoplanes including a Laser flown by Charlie Wilkinson and a MX-2 flown by Kevin Campbell. And we would be remiss in our words if we didn't stop to thank the flight crew of our wonderful Pawnee which takes the gliders up to altitude to perform.
The first round of flying has already been completed as of noon and the scores are currently being compiled. The most interesting routine to note, as of this instance, is the intermediate glider routine. This involves a spin in the ASK-21 and requires delicate control touches and precise altitude and momentum management.
Will have scores out as soon as they are released!
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