Winter aerobatics training

We have arranged for Aerobatics training to run on three Saturdays through November (5, 19 & 26). Martin and Graham have very kindly agreed to provide theory and flying instruction. There will be a short ground school session each morning after the regular briefing. One K21 will be available and we will operate a traditional flying …

CGC Fireworks party 2016

This year’s firework party is being held on Saturday October 29th. Attractions include: An amazing display of pyrotechnics Jacket potatoes with a selection of fillings plus a side salad. Real ale on tap in the bar Raffle prizes galore **************************************** The fireworks start at 6:30 pm Bar open from 6 pm Food available immediately after …

Dates and events with increased activity at Cambridge Airport 2016

Cambridge Airport have informed us that additional activity can be expected in their vicinity on the following days. October 4-6th Newmarket Sales – Expect increased traffic October 7/8th Future Champions Meeting, Newmarket – Expect increased traffic, possible TNT horse flight October 28/29 Race meeting at Newmarket – Expect increased traffic

Additional cross country training opportunities

As an addition to the flexible cross country training described above, Andy Beatty is making his Duo Discus 871 available for cross-country training flights on most weeks from Monday through to Wednesday. You will fly with either Andy or Robert but availability will depend on other instructors being able to take over their 2 seater …

The Summer Flying programme

The 2016 programme: The 2016 Cloud Rally will run from August 13th to 21st. This is a fun week designed to cater for all levels of cross country flying experience from Regionals pilots to those who have only just started cross country flying. A sign up page and further details will be given on the …

Summer is coming

A reminder that 7 day a week flying starts on April 1st. This means that instructional flights can be booked for every day of the week (see Booking page on the website under the Members tab) and, of course, that winching and aerotow are also available every day. Visit by Seb Kawa The special event …

CGC Winter lectures 2016

Venue: Cambridge GC Clubhouse, Gransden Lodge A/F Time: Thursday evenings at 7.30p.m. Bar open from 7 p.m. 24th  Mar David Tew Ker-runch As a highly experienced medic with years of ED experience, David describes how to best prepare our bodies for the risks of flight and what to do if we find ourselves first on …

Expedition to Jaca

Following a meeting at the club, plans for an expedition to Jaca are coming together. The dates have been fixed for the 5th to 17th April. The plan is to hire their Duo Discus for our exclusive use, and local instructors are available for check flights and mountain soaring instruction. If there is sufficient interest, …