Archive for September, 2013

 

Unstable south westerlies

September 5th, 2013 - Posted by Steve Ham

Situation the heat low with a trough near us leading to high instability and risk of storms and rain.  The winds this morning are quite strong and gusty from the  SW which rules out a quick flight before it gets too stormy.   Winds moving more west towards late afternoon which gives a small chance […]

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PB for James at 141.7km and Tony at 139.3km and Noel 77.4km

September 4th, 2013 - Posted by Steve Ham

Situation Heat Low still predominates with high pressure above.  However, the trough to the NW of Spain will start to enter.  This will give us some cirrus cover as the afternoon progresses which may calm things and finish the thermal day a little earlier.  In general another excellent XC day.  The winds will end up […]

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96km Out and Return towards Avila for 4.

September 3rd, 2013 - Posted by Steve Ham

Situation Similar to yesterday with the Azores high and heat low.  Winds variable but perhaps more westerly at 2000 to 3500m, which will be our main flying level.  We could go for the Pass and Avila today and perhaps a return for those with stamina.  High quality day with good thermals and perfect for a […]

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Light wind and blue climbs to above 3000m

September 2nd, 2013 - Posted by Steve Ham

Another excellent thermal soaring day (Yesterday the airport day was also very good with reported climbs to 3300m).  An Azores Hight set up with a heat low forming over Spain giving us settled weather for the early part of the week.  Very light winds forcast, though probably locally breezy in Barco due to valley wind […]

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