We listed the incorrect dates of the fall composite workshop incorrectly... should read November 20-21, 2004 a saturday and sunday. For more details please look at our web site. -mat -- Marske Flying Wings http://www.continuo.com/marske

This scam was posted on the SSA website some months back. Chip F.

Don't be an asshat. You can sit there and argue about how things shouldn't be generalized and get this thread off topic, or you can take this little reminder and stick it in the back of your head the next time you go out. I hate to tell you, but not all people can afford the luxury of a...

Being perverse, I should say that the FIA only do motor racing. You want http://www.fai.org/sporting_code/sc3_2003.pdf Rule 1.4.3d (i) and 1.4.3d (ii) apply for 1000k records, see also the definition of CLOSED COURSE 1.1.15. Such a course is okay for distance records, 3.1.41 implies that it's...

On 09 Aug 2004 19:57:23 GMT, (Nolaminar) wrote: Are there any "rules" that cover this? Like, does a towplane-glider on tow have right of way over anyone else? It seems logical that sailplane seeing a towplane climbing would want to give them plenty of room. GA Yes. In...

Go to: http://www.mindensoaringclub.org/ On the left click "Visiting Minden: Then click "Fly Minden" in the center. Allan "Carl Buehler" wrote in message

If you like aerobatics you have got to check this out. These guys are awesome. Let me know what you think. http://www.redbullairrace.com

FYI, the Standard Cirrus Owners and Pilots Association Yahoo group just reached 200 members. This is a milestone as the group continues its steady growth. We have an acttive email discussion group and an informative web site (www.standardcirrus.org). Our thanks to Al McDonald for hosting our web...

This am CD Spratt called short tasks for both classes. Today is the second practice day. Yesterday was weak, today we have a high overcast sky. Grid time is 12 noon. I believe right now we have about 45 in the 18 Meter and 12 in the Open. Todays task for the 18 Meter is a MAT with 3 turns and a 3...

I'm thinking of claiming a record. I have a valid IGC trace aquired recently in the Pyrenees during which I climbed to 79275' ( yes seventy nine thousand two hundred and seventy five feet ) after taking off at 8228' - a 71000 plus gain of height. The logger was sealed in the glider, a nimbus 3 t, ...

I had a similqar problem after the battery leaked ... After numerous fixes it was still not working. I finally solved the problem by replacing the mike ! Jean "Bruce" a écrit dans le message de ... Can anyone recommend...

In most ships, the cable attached to the release handle goes around a "walking pulley" and then goes to the nose tow hook. The walking pulley is attached to the CG tow hook. When pulling, the weaker tow hook will open first, then the tow hook with stronger springs will actuate. At Hobbs, last week...

Paul Lynch wrote: None of us have a power bias. Just the opposite. Yep, I've noticed the same. 2-33s. They are exceptionally affordable for primary students. Yep, this is a BIG deal. I agree. Point 2. I have never really understood the point of a ground...

I got this note from my aircraft tax consultant (I used his services when purchasing a glider). It looks like tax exemption after keeping aircraft out of state for 90 days will be gone starting Oct 1st. Limus ---- Cut here --- With the passage of the new California State Budget, individuals...

We lube externally the external bridle (sp?) connection on our L-13 when the release gets a bit sticky. While we don't ever use the bridle connection, they do tend to create friction in the system when left unlubed. Ray Lovinggood Carrboro, North Carolina, USA At 03:24 06 August 2004, Jj...

"John Shelton" wrote in message ... I need something that will haul gear, land short, cruise fast, maintain easy, and do outstanding acro. There just isn't any such thing. "Liam Finley"...

"Chip Fitzpatrick" wrote in message ... ............ Comments and semi-civil complaints are always welcome here. ............ Chip Fitzpatrick Region 2/ExComm Growth & Promotion & web content adviser The...

JJ Sinclair wrote: On most days you will find a shear line between Mono Lake and Basalt. It is formed when hot air boiling up out of the owens valley meets somewhat moister air coming over the Sierras. Whispy Q's will mark the line. Pick it up while still within gliding distance of Mono...

It's up and running: http://www.smits.co.nz/sagitta/ Now, we are still looking for more infor about the Sagitta's in the USA. If anybody has any pictures, please let us know. Also, if anybody knows one or some of teh owners: we would very much like to get in contact with these people! Tell them...

Thanks for that, Larry: caused me to go and do some reading, and most interesting it was too. It looks like the type I quoted would be fine for our purposes (in series with a 7 AH 12v gel cell). Its a general purpose type. The hold current is 5 amps at 20C reducing to 2.4 A at 85C. Minimum...