Anyone know the trick of getting the last rubber “donut� and it’s keeper on on the MLG suspension on a PW6? Doing the 6 year/1,000 hour mandatory items on our older PW6. Attempting to replace the rubber rings/donuts for the main landing gear suspension. How does one compress them enough to...

has anyone been able to upload their flight directly from their LX9xxx? I went through the process, leaving the co-pilot data blank and choosing the takeoff location and finally clicking on accept. I got a red font message saying that the copilot data was not valid, it didn't seem to accept a...

I am looking for a US based repair station or A & P mechanic that has experience and can perform a tear down inspection and repairs to a Grob 2500 engine. This engine is a derivative of the air cooled VW design much like the Limbach engines. I know of several folks that work on these type of...

There’s still time to register for the Standard and Sports Class Nationals June 20 - July 1, Southwest Ohio’s finest thermals are waiting. http://www.soarccsc.com/contests/ https://youtu.be/OusCq3gnFRM

I am seeking the ability to adjust the squelch on our club's G102. I have info on the location of the pot for a FSG71m/70, but not the FSG50/60. Recently it is breaking squelch full time. I have searched for stray RF, and not found any. Of course, it could be a more serious problem, but the radio...

I have a trig transponder (no ADSB yet). This transponder is not legally required in a glider. So, do I still have to get the transponder checked every two years per 91.413? https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/14/91.413 It appears so to me, but am I missing something?

Hi, I am about to install BV. Will use iGlide. Issue is declaring tasks. I am not fond of idea of manual entry from type S display. Can I: Use android device to declare task (xcsoar or such) export it to a file and then sync with Butterfly vario this passing task declaration to BV?

Pilot-owners of G-103, ASK-21, or 20-meter advanced trainers who hold a Commercial Glider rating or CFI-G are needed to mentor Juniors at the 2019 US Junior Camp Contest at Harris Hill, in Elmira, NY, July 14-20, 2019. Volunteer pilots need to have extensive cross-country and racing experience.....

I have a couple thousand hours flying GA single engine. I have owned two aircraft in the past. (Piper Warrior & Saratoga) Haven't flown for almost 10-years. Decided to go back into flying but only gliders. Will join local club to get my license upgraded to include a glider rating. Then will be the...

https://www.faa.gov/other_visit/aviation_industry/airline_operators/airline_safety/info/all_infos/media/2019/InFO19006.pdf

FS: ClearNav variometer display with a mechanical poiner $365 shipped.

I am downloading files Club Class Nationals and came across airspace files with "xformat-SSA modifications" (I have previously used Soaringdata.info for SUA files) What are the SSA modifications?

It's been brought to my attention that some members have asked where they might find documentation relating to the governance of the SSA (on its website). I hope this sheds some light and puts to rest any notion the SSA is not transparent. As the Director of Region 6 it is my opinion that the SSA...

I think I'm going to subscribe to a Soaring weather forecast service. Which ones are great and easy to use without alot of prior knowledge? Skysight?

does anyone know the Parker/Cleveland part number for the brake Disk used on a Grob Twin II fixed gear which used a Cleveland caliper? Glider made about 1981. I'm aware of the Dot 3/4 compatible O-ring used in the caliper. Thanks, Scott

Stupid question of the day: Is https://wingsandwheels.com/classifieds the main place to look for gliders for sale? I am new to gliders. --robert

Before I send my letter to the FAA I'd like to ask if anyone has ever attempted to get them to see the light and end the use of Schweizer hooks on tow planes here in the land of the free and the home of the brave. It is a well known fact and clearly stated in the SSA/SSF and FAA circulars and...

ASW-20 B GEAR WARNING SYSTEM. ANY RECOMMENDATION ON WHAT TO BUY???

A permanent Registration Certificate is required to fly a US registered aircraft in Canada. Anyone know if a glider can be trailered through Canada with only a temporary Registration Certificate?

What oil to use for lubricating control system bearings and components. Dan