Chris Power in the K8 with blue sky!
Video
A compilation from Alex Mazzoleni of his gliding in 2012. Most recorded at Aston Down.
First solo
Max Lazenby has flown solo on his 16th birthday. The cake was excellent.
Goodbye to the old bus
The old bus has been taken away by the Cardiff Transport Preservation Group. If you really miss it you can go and see it at their depot. Apparently it was the last one of its type used in Cardiff.
Flights in the ASH25
Ken Lloyd is once again offering cross country experience flights for pre-silver pilots. Sign up on the list at the top of the stairs in the tower.
Announcing the resurrection of Saturday Specials
Every first Saturday of the month we will be cooking some great, affordable, “plates of food” for you, your family and friends to enjoy. So please come along, enjoy the food, enjoy the company and support the social side of the club. Food served from 7pm.
First solo
Caleb McInstry flew his first solo a couple of weeks ago. The snow is a bit of a give away.
Stroud Local Plan
The Stroud Local Plan includes Aston Down.
Press release
On line consultation
The plan (large pdf)
CAA exemption for gliders & transponders > FL100 in designated areas
The attached document details the exemption for gliders to carry transponders in designated areas.
Emil's first solo
Emil Benson flew his first solo today, the day after his 16th birthday.
