Day out at Hullavington with 621 Historic Flight
Had the most fantastic day out yesterday at the invitation of Adam and his team at the 621 Historic Flight.
I arrived at Hullavington and there was a Mk3 by the origional (but far to clean!) red and white checkered caravan and a Barge just going up the launch – eye moistening stuff!
They made me very welcome and within minutes I was strapping the Sedburgh on, and off up the launch for the first time in 35 years!
A bit of thermalling on the second trip (remember the little red and green “balls”?) was followed by much reminiscing with John (another guest also ex 622 – but before my time) and the rest of the crew over tea.
Then it was time for the Mk3. Given a choice of seats I didn’t hesitate to grab the back seat of course (1800+ launches in that “office”) and WHAM! I was instantly back 35 years I just loved it!!
Thank you so much chaps for a fantastic day, the a/c are immaculate and the standards of airmanship (and winch launching!) are excellent.
The day was made exceptional (if that was possible!) by seeing the Grasshopper winch launched not once but twice………..amazing – Adam, and Pete…… you’re bonkers! (they wouldn’t let me have a go, bloody spoilsports!)
Apparently, all ex ATC GS staff are welcome and I urge you all to contact them and go and have a go.
Thanks again Adam and Co.
Jez Cooke