Yes, Tuesday did qualify as Epic for flights from Lxxxxm and the South Downs but this blog is for Aston Down. We have a nucleus of pilots who regularly fly over 500 Km and who are an inspiration to us all. Today two of them were absent at work or abroad, nevertheless we had flights of 503 Km, 416 Km, 403 Km and 316 Km. Two enjoyed spectacular conditions inland from the south coast before returning.
The day started with good thermals but later in the afternoon wave conditions enhanced thermals at times, but suppressed them with massive sink at others. A few pilots reported climbing into wave, reaching 5-6000. Those who launched when the massive sink was over the airfield had very short flights. The course and the Wednesday regulars had a very good day's flying.