Handicap Stats 2017

Amazingly the 'Hearts' squeezed in a successful handicap flight right in the middle of an approaching weather front forming a couple of states over. The morning was crisp and cool but the sun was shining brightly. The purple plane was cleared of frost, some annoying pollen, and the tanks were filled in preparation for the square flight pattern at approximately 7500 feet over Western Connecticut and Eastern New York.

The plane flew flawlessly however the on-board GPS was intermittent which was frustrating. Ultimately the 'Bad Elf' GPS data logger was preserved and of course Captain Alica Sikes as the handicap check pilot, also recorded handwritten data points along the route.

Overall the flight took just over an hour with light winds and great visibility for the entire trip. The race is just around the corner and things are now getting really exciting. Stay tuned! - ed