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Old June 28th 14, 03:55 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default 55kt Wind Gusts Almost Blows Away Tugs

On Friday, June 27, 2014 6:46:53 PM UTC-7, Vaughn wrote:
Wow! I don't know that either pilot really planned to take off, but

that 55kt headwind could quickly turn into a hellish tailwind. Not a

great time to be flying near the ground!



Vaughn


Awesome video clip. Really quick thinking on EVERYONE's decisions on how to handle the situation. And, some good piloting and some good luck. Nasty air.

Bob