My Ventus 2cxM has been flying in the Experimental Category since new (2003), and each year I've been faithfully updating the Experimental Letter (I just change the date) and mailing it to my FSDO. I've been told that the wording of the standard Experimental Letter is different now, and if I...

Hi Gang Having a LSA power plane and in reviewing the proposed new experimental certifications (FAA Order 8130.2F) which includes gliders left me very puzzled. Why would anyone register a glider or motor glider as an experimental or standard light sport aircraft (LSA) although 8130.2F...

I recently bought an experimental DG-303. I am trying to get the new op limitations done ASAP while the season is ticking away. The FAA is not at the pace of my desire to get this thing up! My question: I've heard that a buyer might be able to fly using the previous limitations and a/w for 30 days...

Has anyone seen a list of presenters for this years (2016) ESA's Western Workshop? I am thinking of attending this year, but would like to know who is speaking when.

Anyone ever purchase a used glider with an experimental certificate,say for example, an ASW 19b, and change to a standard certificate? I understand that some gliders were imported and flown as experimental such as jantars, due to govermental restrictions on reciprocal airworthiness...

Can anyone point me towards a good summary of the rules governing experimental registration of an imported, self launching glider? What is required to register and what you can and cannot do with it? Also, are there any regulatory or real world problems regarding flying one from a GA airport?

I have a few unopened 2 cycle oil cans which are about 10 years old. Can I still use them on my Solo ? Dan G

Greetings, I've been getting the following message on a much more frequent basis recently. Error! newsgroup server responded:No Such Article In Group Perhaps the article has expired

Shared by Jim Foreman http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/zoa/mwmap3.php?map=usa For those not familiar with Jim see http://www.jimforeman.com/ and check out his flying stories among many others. Frank Whiteley

Anyone have experience exporting a glider (especially to Argentina) and getting one of these? Was it difficult to deal with the FAA?

Anyone done this before out there in radio land? I have a deal going down with a group in NL that want to buy a glider I own. What are the paperwork issues I need to be aware of when doing an export sale? Thanks

Does any one know what process you would have to go through to import a G-reg glider into Germany and transfer onto the German register? Ie what would a German buying a glider from blighty have to do?

In New Zealand when you export you can claim tax back ,do you know if the same situation applies in France, Germany, or other countries in Europe or USA gary

Looking to analyze a bunch of igc files for our clubs trophy program. These will be flights made throughout the year by club pilots often flying different gliders on different flights. I've investigated using SeeYou Competition for the scoring but it is not designed for this type of year long...

Has anyone recently exported a glider from the US to Australia? I haven't done this and want everything to go as smooth as possible. I am looking to talk to someone that may be able to give me pointers etc. If you can help, my email address is: please remove numbers...

Hi everyone, I've been reading "Advanced Soaring Made Easy" by Bernard Eckey, and this is a fantastic book for a new pilot. It does discuss learning to get out of the comfort zone of flying safely within glide range of the airport. This is something I am just venturing into myself and I was...

Yes, I know I'm a little OT here, but I am packing for Parowan :) I recall someone once telling me that extension cords larger than 14 gauge (maybe he said 16) are a waste of money because the plugs at each end are not rated for anything higher than what a 16 gauge wire can provide. Is this true...

I have an ICOM handheld transceiver that I use in gliders, but want to configure a hands-free push-to-talk system w/external mic. My problem is coming up with a good microphone that works with this. Attempts at using mics with the minijack input has yielded poor voice transmission compared with the...

The External Data Plate Exemption letter and the extension letter are published on the SSA site in PDF under Government News section Fri. 13, 2002.

The battery on the V2 doesn't last long enough, and I'd like to supply the unit with some power from my on board 12V system. I know I can set up a cigar lighter plug in type connection to the mini connector at the bottom. But I'd like to use the DC connector at the top. What voltage and what type...