Perfect wx: no wind to speak of; nice high overcast; cold enough to require preheating.
Almost felt I was getting my money's worth from this machine today: she started up with no fuss, and performed very well.
I did OK, too... although I displayed my usual rusty tendency to land a tad long on four out of my six landings (also not used to having no wind!), they were all nice and smooth. Hard for me to stall this beast on when lightly loaded, but I came close a few times...
Also took a few snaps- enjoy.
My weather briefing concluded with a look out the window: looking good for a hop in the pattern.
Got there a little late (buncha poor slobs going to work)... but soon it was "up, up, and away!" time... yippee!
Happy camper:
A good look at the field from the crosswind leg:
On base (or possibly turning to correct a wide downwind; not really sure) :
Turning final (a wee bit wide):
Established on final:
