ONE DAY AT TALGARTH IN MARCH
by Mike Knell

The Black Mountains Gliding Club is located in Talgarth in the Black Mountains. I suppose that it should be described as a “hill-top” site although it is also at the foot of some spectacular ridges and is noted also for wave flying.

It is an all aerotow site on a grass field. You can choose which run to use for take-off, and where to land. Carl took off from the trailer park, with a slight side wind and Mike took off from the hedge directly into wind. Both landed uphill and with a side wind. The resulting ground run is short.

Our intention was to take three aircraft and to stay all week. As it happened, the weather was poor for the week - but Carl Peters and Mike had a nice day with two flights of about 1.5 hours each.

Before flying there was a good briefing from CFI Don Puttock. I believe he thought that we would both do a long distance flight in one day – but this will be useful for future reference, While waiting on the ground, you are always well entertained by BMGC Members. There is a drink making facility, and snacks are always available.