Looking at continuing the weekend weather blurb, now that finally it looks like some more consistent flying conditions. Will aim to post here on wednesday or thursday evenings, regarding the weekend's potential.
This weekend, (Friday and) Saturday look like decent conditions for a fly around. Sunday may prove good for more experienced pilots
Friday, base around 1700, 2.5 m/s climbs, blue, 10 to 15kmh westerly winds.
Saturday, base around 1900, 3+ m/s climbs, blue at first then high cloud in arvo slowing things down, 10 to 20kmh westerly winds.
Sunday, base around 2100, 4 m/s climbs, cus in the arvo, less than 10kmh southerly. Hard to get off, but might have some good flying if you are ready for the rough leeside climbs.
Remember if you are a lower airtime pilot and / or haven't flown Blackheath for a while, get an induction from an SO, chat about conditions, and plan to fly before 11am or after 3pm. It is still thermic air. Last week, pilots were reporting strong 5 m/s punchy climbs.
There may not be many SOs available in the middle of the day on this Saturday, just a heads up. If you plan ahead, an SO should be able to help before 11am on Saturday.
And a reminder, we are encouraging effective social distancing. More than half the pilots will be hiking up (30 to 60+ minutes beautiful stroll) and the rest hopefully will be doing socially distanced and responsible car pooling.
Thank you, and remember your warm woolies.
