The FCF field looked GREAT for the weekend.
The sun was shining, the sky was beautiful and the field was immaculately prepared. Note the wind sock standing STRAIGHT OUT!
L-R: Gordon Talbot, Jeff Owens, Jerry Black and Dave Phillips. Notice the heavy jackets and hands in pockets. Both was recurring themes throughout the morning.
Jerry Black and Jim Johns
Trying to escape the wind behind Dave Phillips' camper. L-R: Gordon Talbot, Jeff Owens, Garry Singleton, Greg Hoke, Dave & Peggy Phillips, Norman Bonnette and Jim Johns
L-R: Dave, Jim, Larry Hill, Garry Singleton, Jeff, Ray Kunert, Gordon and Norman. Note the wind sock at top!
Norman Bonnette braved the wind and cold to get in a Saturday morning flight.
Norm lined up on final. There is a direct crosswind blowing from left to right.
A hard landing resulted in a little damage to the Phoenix 7.
A broken nose gear bracket was the extent of the damage.
Jerry gets ready to hit the road.
The SPA East's intrepid photographer, Bobbie Johns, was bundled up to try to stay warm.
Prattville 2022