Some time back there was a ripple of excitement in the scale soaring community with the appearance of the very large K8 ARTF gliders from Phoenix Models, which, for their size, were very modestly priced indeed. My pal Motley decided to take the plunge and in due course the model was geared up and ready to rock and roll. Its first aerotow appearance was at a Ghost Squadron event at Middle Wallop, always an exciting day out, although this time there was more excitement than usual. First up, one of the smaller versions of the same glider from the same manufacturer shed one of its wings, its pilot miraculously landing the remains in one piece.
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