Newbie Flying-Camper

Maulehigh · Post by **Maulehigh** » Mon Jun 08, 2015 5:17 am

I had previously been advised of a spot where I could camp with the aircraft (which, apart from arranged airfield fly-ins, is pretty rare here in the UK) and promised myself that I should do that someday. The weekend just gone was promised to be fine and warm with a gentle breeze. So, ideal conditions for a newbie flying-camper.
The destination was Weybourne on the North coast of Norfolk (for those of you that know the UK). It was the smallest airfield used by the RAF in WW2 with a runway of 380m, where they used to fly DH Queen Bees (radio controlled Tiger Moths) for anti-aircraft target practice

. Now it's just a field (with runways).

What the BBC weatherman didn't reveal was the 015G025kt wind, 40 degrees off the runway, which made for a sporty approach and arrival

.

Aircraft packed

Camp established, with a lovely view

HI watching the sun go down (Sorry it's a bit blurred)

What a fantastic way to spend a weekend. Now just got to find some other Maules...

chris erasmus · Post by **chris erasmus** » Mon Jun 08, 2015 10:03 am

Well done. Look like you had fun

cs409 · Post by **cs409** » Mon Jun 08, 2015 1:22 pm

ok, cool site,, so where are the campers? chairs for campers, fire pit/ring/etc? looks like a great spot. any other campers/planes at this area? more photos would be nice.....best to you

Maulehigh · Post by **Maulehigh** » Wed Jun 10, 2015 5:29 am

Chairs? fire? What are these luxuries of which you speak?

Actually, we had chairs but it was too cold and windy to sit out. As soon as camp was established, we wanted to get inside and warm. We did have full cooking facilities which provided sufficient heat

With regards to other people; this was to be our remote 'backcountry' experience - other than my son and me, there was no-one else. Other aircraft consisted of a derelict Gloster Meteor, seen in the background (below), the origin of which I do not know. A Super Cub visited on Sunday.

Rezrider · Post by **Rezrider** » Wed Jun 10, 2015 9:29 am

nice pictures David, cool spot. Get out there and do some more.

chris erasmus · Post by **chris erasmus** » Wed Jun 10, 2015 9:34 am

Rezrider wrote:nice pictures David, cool spot. Get out there and do some more.

+1, specially with the young ones, introduce them to the lifestyle early

cs409 · Post by **cs409** » Wed Jun 10, 2015 12:51 pm

a tea kettle??????????? come on now, that a bit much!

also, is that a cutting board on what may be a silverware tray under the board?

, what was that you said about chairs? hope u know am just ribbing u..... was good for u and the young man to make the outing, am sure his mom probably helped pack!! on a major plus, that stove with broiler is neat, what is the brand name ? best to yall.......

crbnunit · Post by **crbnunit** » Wed Jun 10, 2015 6:44 pm

What is the old jet in the background?

Maulehigh · Post by **Maulehigh** » Wed Jun 10, 2015 10:26 pm

cs409 wrote:a tea kettle??????????? come on now, that a bit much!
also, is that a cutting board on what may be a silverware tray under the board? .

One tries one's best to maintain standards

The stove brand is Campingaz and the model is a Camping Chef http://www.campingaz.com/uk/c-547-camping-chef.aspx

Maulehigh · Post by **Maulehigh** » Wed Jun 10, 2015 10:35 pm

crbnunit wrote:What is the old jet in the background?

A Gloster Meteor, the first jet aircraft to enter service with the RAF, during the latter stages of WW2. More information here http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gloster_Meteor.

I'm not sure where it came from and the outer wing sections were lying on the grass behind it - very sad

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