Garden Fence Landing!
Clear skies beckoned this morning. Snow level down to 1000 mtrs, looking much more like winter now. The high pressure system, did keep the valley filled with a vaporous inversion, from late morning though, which is quite common this time of year. The snow is settled on Plaine Joux at 1380 mtrs, now so take off has a light snow covering. There was a nice light thermic breeze on launch. Dennis was straight in there, preparing to fly, whereas I wimped out, saying I didn’t want to get my nice new glider damp! I chose to drive down, and let Dennis enjoy his flight. It was probably ok, but I was in no hurry. It is very cold at the moment though, and the forecast is looking quite promising, for flying for the next couple of days. Michel arrived flying his Niviuk Peak, so both him and Dennis, had a play around in the very light thermic air, scraping a half hours flight, landing more or less at the same time. A nice bright, clear, cold winters day. It’s incredible how chaps can natter given the chance, the pair of them were gassing for ages, the only thing missing was a washing line and garden fence!
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- Dennis’ Winter Prep
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- Nice Wall!
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- On Route into a Stephen King Novel!
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- Dennis & Michel
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- …they landed..
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- …and then started nattering!
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The "WOW" Factor Offer 3rd July to 28th August
Calling All intermediate pilots! Come and experience the “WOW ” factor in the spectacular Northern French Alps on one of our updated ‘In Air XC Guiding’ weeks! We’ve included all accommodation, linen, and airport transfers to and from Geneva. Offer only available for a few exclusive weeks starting on Saturday’s, from the 3rd July through to the 28th August. The In Air Guiding, is fully inclusive… please see our XC Guiding page for more details. All this for only €455!
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24th April - 29th May
We have considered the accommodation and have decided to slash prices by 33%!!! which works out for a Twin Room, only €40 (€20 each), a Single Room, for €35, an EnSuite for €50 for two, and the Bunk Room only €15 a bed! This comprises all bedding, towels and basic self catering facilities, which includes a microwave, fridge, cutlery, kettle etc. etc. we have a fully stocked Intermarché supermarket within a five minute walk, so you can get all your provisions easily.
We also have a nice, comfortable lounge with wifi, TV/DVD, somewhere to put your feet up after a long days flying, and watch your GoPro Hero helmet cam vids! or other some such video camera arrangement, they’re all pretty good these days…. there are some nice local bars and restaurants, just a 10 minute walk away to if you fancy a meal out.
A bit of a home from home really, but with a somewhat different scenery!
If you fancy a trip out to the Alps, we’ll even throw in an Airport Transfer for free if you arrive/leave on a Saturday afternoon! Can’t say fairer than that!
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