Hi, Does anyone know whats up with the Jantar Std 2 VNE? I fly one in the UK and VNE is 137Kts or 255kph (http://www.glidin g.co.uk/bgainfo/technical/datasheets/jantarstd2.pdf), but as mentioned below and on other international gliding club websites, many quote 154kts!? hmmmm.... Storey.

Can anyone point me to where I might find a report of findings for a recent (so I'm told) study into the effectiveness of anti-collision/High Visibility markings on Gliders? I believe the study is UK or European, but any info would be appreciated. Regards to all, Fly Safe Craig

Last year I bought a new Softie parachute for my ASH 31. Not researching things through properly, I briefly read the Softie website (ok, I’m a dipstick for not drilling down in the "not so" fine print) and ordered the 240 MINI Softie model. Being a guy that is moderately “prosperous�, but can...

http://www.cnn.com/2015/07/21/travel/oshkosh-airshow-perlan-super-glider/index.html A nice article on the Perlan 2 project at Oshkosh. Congrats to the Project organizers, staff, and supporters. Good exposure to gliding.

OLC seems to be having issues. Flights upload, but ghosting out. Any ideas? Craig

I recently had my hard drive go down on my old Compaq laptop (w/ serial port) during my last contest. Fortunately, I had the SN10B USB adapter as a backup to download my files. This worked just fine. However, not having the laptop interface was making me nervous. In the past, I have had ZERO luck...

Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms out there. For you kids: -if you are with her, give her another hug -if you are not with her, CALL! -if you forgot... ouch! You know she's grabbing the "keys" to your glider for the next week! No soaring for you! ;-) Best wishes.

Time to state the obvious. After reading the comments in many of the recent PowerFLARM threads, many folks want to use PowerFLARM for “leeching”. Many are asking for programs to expand and simplify the use of that data. While that information is a byproduct of the important aspect of PF collision...

;-) Perhaps we can infer a correlation between the proliferation of electronic gadgets in our cockpits with the dumbing down of glider pilots? There are Standford University studies that indicate that multitasking can lower your IQ or that "people who are regularly bombarded with several streams...

In your opinion, what was the best performing vario you have ever used? Specifically, the one that got you centered in and to the top of the thermal in the least amount of time. Let's ignore products because they have the latest "bells and whistles" add ons, latest technology, sexy appearances, or...

2 excellent Becker 3201 radios for sale in the UK. Working fine when removed. £130 each, or dollar equivalent... Can email photos. Craig Lowrie, UK

I have a collection of radios for sale... 2 x Becker 3201 1 x ATR 500 1 X ATR600 with rear seat control 1 x FSG 50 All were working fine when removed for UK 8.33 change Buy selected radios.... or buy the lot..!..

A late model, removed from a glider which has flown for less than 20 hours from new. Contact me and I can email photos. You won't find a better example out there... Craig Lowrie (UK)

Becker 4201 in as-new condition. Removed from a glider and only used for 19 hours from new...!.. Can post to US from UK. $600 or near offer.

New, never used. HAHN-Gasfedern #1259542 Manufacture date 14.05.11 Always stored with with extension rod down to keep seal lubricated. Located in Washington State, USA $50 USD + shipping gmail address = nimbus3mail

https://wingsandwheels.com/class/classified.php?id=3052

I don't know if anyone else is using this site, but it's nice to see the US weather patterns in a visual summary. https://www.ssec.wisc.edu/data/us_comp/large/ Craig JN

FOR SALE -- 2003 Itasca Suncruiser motorhome. 33' long, 2 slideouts, Workhorse chassis. about 80K miles. Everything is working; new house batteries installed Nov. 2020. Clear-coat blemishes in spots, windshield has stars. Asking $27,000. Faithful and beloved vehicle of Nelson and Jan...

http://www.aopa.org/News-and-Video/All-News/2013/July/18/glider-pilot-who-spoke-on-unfair-arrest-dies.aspx?WT.mc_sect=gan&WT.mc_id=130719epilot Sad news from AOPA this morning. Condolences to Robin's family and friends. Craig

http://www.flyingmag.com/avionics-gear/pilot-supplies/oculus-rift-glasses-wow-flight-simulator-enthusiasts Hope Condor is next. Craig