For those cadets who signed up for gliding this Sunday at the Niagara Central Airport in Welland, we begin at 0900h (9:00am) and so you should arrive at 0845h (8:00am) and meet OCdt Couroux at the 87 Eagle Squadron hangar. Dress: civilian appropriate for weather. (This means that you should wear sunscreen and a hat.) We’ll be finished around noon.

The forecast says that we’ll have a sunny day on Sunday, so fingers are crossed that we’ll have great weather for gliding!

J. Lemoine
Captain
CO 809 Newark RCACS
Immortal!

Today’s gliding has NOT been cancelled and we’re good to go for 9am at Welland Airport. See previous posts for dress and recommended bring-along items. The gliding centre has indicated that cadets showing up with light jackets will NOT be permitted on the airfield, so bundle up! See you there!

J. Lemoine
Captain
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS

Good evening.

I received a message from Maj Norio at the Gliding Centre indicating that the chances of cancellation for gliding tomorrow are 50/50. They’re going to do a final evaluation no later than 0745h (7:45am) and will make a decision then. I will ensure that a final go/no-go notice is posted no later than 0800h (8:00am) tomorrow morning, so keep an eye out for it. Fingers are crossed!

J. Lemoine
Captain
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS

Tomorrow morning, weather permitting, we’ll be gliding at Niagara Central Airport in Welland. Priority goes to level two cadets, and to those who have yet to have a flight.

The forecast for tomorrow is cold (6ºC) weather with a 30% chance of snow/rain. It’s very possible that we’ll have to cancel early in the morning, so check the web site before you leave.

Dress is civilian, but bring your cadet parka, liner, gloves, toque, a warm sweater, jeans, and running shoes. To prevent boredom while waiting, a backpack with water/drink, snacks, music and a book is advised, too.

Meet at the Terminal building. DO NOT attempt to cross over into the airfield alone. The SOGC staff will come collect you from the terminal.

If you have transportation trouble and need to carpool, please contact me at (905) 468-7584 to make arrangements.

J. Lemoine
Captain
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS

It’s looking like the weather is good, the winds are calm, and it’s a good day for gliding! There’s still a forecast for rain and possible thunderstorms, so I’ll keep everyone in the loop if this changes, but we’re still good to go right now.

I had initially thought we had 20 spots for gliding, but we’re sharing the afternoon with 128 Squadron and may have fewer. I’ve submitted the 16 cadets who have signed up with the Gliding Centre and haven’t heard anything back from them, so we should still be good.

It’s going to be a hot day today, so definitely remember to bring a hat, sunscreen, water, and a book or something similar to occupy you while you’re waiting for your flight.

See you there!

J. Lemoine
Captain
CO 809 Newark RCACS

For those cadets who signed up for gliding this Sunday at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Airport, we begin at 1300h (1:00pm) and so you should arrive at 1245h (12:45pm) and meet Capt Lemoine at the terminal building. Dress: civilian appropriate for weather. (This means that you should wear sunscreen and a hat.) We’ll be finished around 4pm.

There is a forecast for thunderstorms tomorrow, so watch for updates in case we have to cancel due to inclement weather. Fingers are crossed that we’ll have a great afternoon of gliding!

J. Lemoine
Captain
CO 809 Newark RCACS

Join us for Gliding! 10 spots – list below:

NO SPOTS REMAINING!

Meet at the Niagara District Airport (on Hwy 55 in NOTL) at 1300hrs (1pm). Dress is civilian, for the weather. Bring a backpack with something to read, a snack etc. Bring a lawn chair. Parents welcome to stay with cadets. Pick up is at 1600hrs.

WAIT at the Terminal Bldg at the airport until we are escorted over to the airfield by the Flying Centre Staff.

Capt Palumbo will be on-site as the 809 Sqn Escort officer.

CANCELLATION: if there is a cancellation of gliding due to weather – check HERE the website, before you leave for updated info. Or text Capt Palumbo 289-783-1942.