New Solo & Back to Basics

Saturday 14 June didn't look like a promising day with overcast leaden skies and haze and mist around the horizon but Denis, a Boeing 747 Flight Engineer, and owner of a Cessna 172, was 'put through the wringer' by Doug and set free for 25 minute solo flight.

Not content with one major event for the day, Doug then had the pleasure of a couple of flights, as ballast and safety pilot, with our former GGC President, statesman, and general club maestro, Ray, who after his recent year's experience flying his Ultralight, hasn't forgotten a thing about flying without a motor.

Special thanks to Mark for the tows.

Cheers,

Doug L-L

GGC at Vintage Wings

Early on June 7th, an intrepid group of GGC pilots launched from Pendleton to participate in the 2008 edition of the Vintage Wings fun day at Gatineau airport. Andrew, Doug and Martin gave visitors the grand tour of the Puchacz and explained the virtues of our “environmentally friendly” sport.

After a long day in the sun (and +30 degree C temperatures), QIH (our trusty Citabria) pulled our aviators back to Pendleton for a well deserved refreshment (or two!). Thanks to everyone who helped make our display such a success!

Cheers,

Roger
(Photos J.M Gagnon)

Clubhouse Exterior TBO - 17 Years

The exterior of our clubhouse has been the focus of some intense TLC over the last few weeks as it was time to sand and re-stain the exterior wood after 17 years of Eastern Ontario winters. The first wave of sanding lead by Greg and Brenda got things ready two weeks ago.

After looking at a less than pleasant weekend weather forecast, Dan put the staining bug in everyone’s ear and by Saturday Martin had gathered the work materials and volunteers started showing up. By the end of the day Sunday, work was well underway with most of the front and back of the clubhouse being completed.

We are still a few weekends away from completing so stay tuned for pictures later this season of the finished product.
Thanks to everyone who pitched in.

Cheers,

Roger

(Photos: Dan Duclos)