On Jan 30, 1:14*pm, Andy wrote:
On Jan 30, 11:12*am, BobW wrote:

What with it being mid-winter in the northern hemisphere, wouldn't it be
wonderful if the 2012 U.S. soaring-activity-year got off to a nice, safe
start?

Not sure what winter has to do with it though. *Unlike other states
wInter is no obstacle to flying here and the winter can often bring in
more flight activity to commercial operators than the summer. *That
(last) weekend here in Arizona was absolutely perfect for training and
intro flights. Clear sky, temperature in mid 70's, and light winds.

Andy

Video posted on local TV station web site shows an apparently almost
undamaged 2-33 that landed in a fairly clear desert area but tangled
with some light scrub brush. It was describes as "southwest' of the
field, which would be consistent with where you would be shortly after
take-off to the west. My guess would be rope break. Not a big deal.

Mike