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gliders in movies by
[email protected]
Has anyone compiled a list of movies in which gliders appear? I tried
googling, and it turned up some of the obvious names, such as _The
Thomas Crown Affair_ and _The Boy Who Flew With Condors_, but nothing
like a comprehensive listing.
Johan Larson (whose interest in soaring was triggered by a...
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March 22nd 06 10:15 PM
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Cambridge 302 and GPS-NAV owners – IMPORTANT NEWS by
Paul Remde
Cambridge 302 and GPS-NAV owners – IMPORTANT NEWS
Unfortunately, there has been a rash of Cambridge Model 10/20/25 and
302/302A with a fault in which the units lose track of the date and do not
record a flight log, or record a flight log with an incorrect date. The
problem is related to the...
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(USA) FAA airport database in Google Earth (KML) files by
Tuno
http://www.justsoar.com/public/nasr_apt/
These kml files provide an easy way to browse airports in Google Earth
(current motivation is to examine privately owned strips for
landability -- yer welcome, 66!).
Each file covers an FAA region as follows:
CODE REGION NAME
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Silver Badge Fun (?) by
Mark Zivley
I think badges do serve a useful purpose to soaring, but I'm guessing
that Al's comment is more geared toward the paperwork, documentation
side of badges rather than the benefit that having a structured seat of
goals established
Badges keep many pilots focused on soaring where a lack of...
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First Glider LS4 by
Jeff Runciman
Thank you again for your advise. Any more thoughts
on the LS4? Any concerns with the age? What should
I pay for one? And are there any flying groups for
the LS4? Thank you again and I hope I can contribute
to the group as I go along.
Jeff
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XCSoar or LK8000? by
Dan Marotta
I've had a couple of flights using XCSoar on a Mio but the season
essentially over and I don't have much of an opinion yet. I've since
upgraded to a Samsung Galaxy Player running Android and connected via
Bluetooth to the CAI-302 and have spent quite a few hours playing with the
SIM mode and...
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"Cloudstreet: Soaring the American West" by
Mark628CA
I am very happy to report that the first public showing of "Cloudstreet: Soaring the American West" occurred last night at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science on the 50 foot Dyna Theater screen. Three hundred viewers got a chance to experience this truly unique showing of the...
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by N97MT
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Blanik L-13 by
Boise Pilot
Like about 300 US Blanik L-13 sailplane owners, I have a ship that will probably never fly again. Just trying to find out what other owners are doing with their hangar queens. I know of one where the owners took it apart, separating the aluminum from the steel for sale to metal recyclers. From...
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Winching - Reverse Auto Tow by
John Spargo
Can anyone direct me to Clubs / Web sites using this method of launching -
Interested in finding out more about this method, particularly from clubs
that operate from gravel/dirt strips
Thank you
John Spargo
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Put your money where the risk is by
Bret Hess
The discussion "Gliding risk" has been excellent for the most part. To me the most compelling thoughts are about gradually getting conditioned to taking increasing risks ("normalization of deviance"), that experience is a curse as well as a blessing, and that fatalities are just the apex of a...
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December 3rd 19 06:48 PM
by 2G
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Relieving in flight by
[email protected]
Ok guys, this has probably been covered in older posts but what are you all using regarding urinary relief on long flights? Ive used gallon ziplock bags in the past but whats your experience with cathaters. What brand and how are they.
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are wooden gliders worthwhile building ? by
Stealth Pilot[_2_]
serious question.
in this day and age where the slippery glass reigns supreme are there
any wooden gliders actually worth building ?
if your son was on the way to a glider instructors rating, as mine is,
is there a wooden glider design that would be worth building ?
something with reasonable...
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Winglets for SZD55 by
Tom and Jane Gilbert
Any 55 owners fitted winglets to their ships? Thoughts... comments??
Tom Gilbert
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KA6E and Foka 4 comparable metal ships - Laister Nugget LP15 by
Matthieu
Dear expert soaring pilots,
What would be a nice metal equivalent of the KA6E or Foka 4?
I am asking because those ships are 40+ years old now and I am
concerned about the aging wood... Should I be concerned?
Is there any relevant metal alternative to those ships? I would also be
interested in...
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Windrose II 15-meter Motorglider Plans For Sale by
Doug Hoffman
Complete and unused Windrose I and II plans and building
instructions. Includes extra plans and instructions
for 15 meter wings.
$300 + you pay shipping.
Contact Doug Hoffman at
or 248-576-5580 Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm ET
248-693-8835 evenings and weekends.
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PA-18 Super Cub (150hp) For Sale (Tost release) by
Steve
For Sale 1953 PA-18 Super Cub sn# 2670
TTAF 4150
SMOH 975 150hp(0-320)
Restoration/fabric recover (Poly-Fiber) July 1992
VGs, Sky-Tec lightweight starter, extended baggage compartment,
landing gear
safety cables, sealed lift struts, 8.50 tires, new Airmotive muffler,
new engine
mount, Univair...
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Winch for Sale - U.S. by
Bob Lacovara
Winch for Sale - U.S. (Pennsylvania)
Philadelphia Glider Council is selling a 350 Chevy based winch with
4500 ft. of relatively new high tensile rope. Capable of launching a
max gross Grob 103 to 1200 ft with 3600 ft of cable out. Complete with
chute and rigging - ready to go. $5,000 USD. Contact...
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Becker vs Microair by
Dixie Sierra
I've decided to give up on my Avionic Dittel and buy new. It's been a
good radio and has given many years of service, but I'd like some new
functionality.
Functionality is really at the heart of my dilemna. I've kind of
narrowed things down to Becker vs Microair (I've ruled out Walter
Dittel on...
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