by Graham Garlick

My son Simon and his family and friends decided returned again to Benalla for another Easter break.

The family

This was a planned as an escape from the city in exchange for the freedom of the north east skies, with a priority of giving my grandchildren their first flights in a glider.

This proved to be an exciting day of flying, with an added thrill of Paul the helicopter pilot proving his prowess with a dashing display.

Paul the pilot

The Kookaburra was surveyed, fettled, and readied for the occasion on Good Friday.

Bethany Garlick gives thumbs up after her first flight in a glider with brother Lochlan ready to fly with papa Graham!

Bethany, Lochlan and Graham