We are returning to Bruntingthorpe - where we were rained out in 2007 - this Saturday, June 27th 2009. Hopefully this year will finally see us under glorious weather - but running things over the Wimbledon weekend may be a bad omen!
Quite remarkably, ALL aircrew that registered to take part this year have been accommodated by volunteer pilots. This may be a first! Thanks to everyone who has jumped in at the last minute to fill the gaps.
Last Minute Pilots' Notes
Pilots are reminded that Bruntingthorpe is an unlicensed airfield.
There is no fuel available. Expect a possible hold-off before joining, a go-around or two before landing, and a delay before departure. Know your fuel state.
Published Times
All times (including slot times) published in your joining instructions are LOCAL!
Runways
Bruntingthorpe's main runway will not be available to PP on 27th June due to a VW event hogging it - and we can't put our towels out on the runway as they'd present a FOD hazard!
Instead, we shall be using both the grass runway (900 metres) and the hard-surface taxiway to the south of the grass runway (800m x 30m), 06R/24L.
Radio Comms
An 'Air/Ground' service will be in operation during the day, Bruntingthorpe Radio, on 122.825 MHz. As an A/G service, clearances cannot be given - so don't expect (or ask) for one. 'Land one-on' is not an option. Both runways must be clear before you land, unless you are part of a formation...
With 103 aircraft due to arrive, we suggest arrivals via a standard overhead join. Make standard calls, but don't waffle and clog the frequency. The runways will be referred to as "06/24 Grass" and "06-Right" or "24-Left" for the taxiway-cum-runway.
Arrival Notes
For reference, our arrival notes are available for download and printing. They contain useful diagrams of the Runway/Taxiway layout for the day. Essential viewing!