Late Sunday quick RV12 flight

Sunday I took a quick RV12 flight around the Limerick (KPTW) area, with Peg.  I wanted to check out a few things with the avionics and test the autopilot.  It was perfect for her to enjoy the scenery without being bounce around.  Temps were 65 degrees @ 2500 ft; visibility was greater than 20 miles and winds calm and variable. 

Pulling out of my driveway on the way to the hanger the neighbors were on their deck.  Quick pleasantries and they asked what we were doing.  We said heading to the airport for a quick flight, so they quickly said fly over the house since we are cooking out and will be here. 

We got to the airport and did the prefight check and took-off heading south from KPTW.  

As I stated above the view was great.  We could see downtown Philly.  Came over the house and saw them waving.  We were 1000 ft above; I didn't want to drop to the minimums,  also cut back power so we were quiet, then headed back around for another pass.  Decided to make their day or mine, turned on smoke leaving a trail for them.  Then continued on for the next 20 min just enjoying the view and playing with the avionics

Great Day for flying, it doesn't get much better with the freedom of flight and sharing the experience with someone (with a big smile) in the passenger seat