I received about a week ago 2 parachutes for repack. Nothing special about it. But in this particular case they require special attention. The first was made by Security Parachute Co. from San Leandro in California. The second is a Original Softie fitted with 1965 Pioneer 4 line canopy. Now...the...

Common knowlege about Glider wing designs says that a high taper ratio will lead to Wing tip stalls. However in our flights and research we have found that a straight or forward swept flying wing will not stall a wing tip despite the very narrow chord ( renolds numbers of 325,000) and lack of...

Hi, I'm taking on the tough task of creating a comparison table for soaring flight software. Of course I can't mention every single features found in every product, so I'm trying to hit the unique features found in each product. You can view the very preliminary table...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CH67PHU?*Version*=1&*entries*=0 Might be interesting to some of the pilots in the American southwest

What is the max towing weight (max weight of the glider) for the PA-18 150 hp and 180hp? Where can I find information on this (on the net). Thanks! Robert ASW 28-18E

My top surface mylar seems to have lost some of it's curvature, because it doesn't quite touch the aileron and flaps when they are in positive positions. Does anyone know a way to put the curve back into the mylar without removing it? It's so well adhered and smoothly installed, I'd like to...

Can anyone out there confirm whether the timeframe for the overhaul for Tost E85 releases is still 2000 flights, or has that been extended ?. I seem to remember from the dark recesses of my mind that it had been extended, but I have been known to be wrong. Thanks in advance. Cheers, Charles

So I'm reading this thriller novel called 'Blowout' by Dorgan and Hagberg. It is set at a remote secret site in North Dakota, and the front cover shows a flat, featureless snow-covered plain with what looks like a chemical plant in the background. In the foreground, just above the title is a big...

Does anyone know what active type, make and model of sailplane is the most numerous in the world and in the USA? Bill Snead

Is there a way to input a security code in a Cambridge GPS_NAV and seal it without spending hundreds of dollars? Inquiring minds want to know. Steve Michalik

Tony Condon is on a downwind dash from Wellington, KS. Last I heard, goal was somewhere in Texas. Cloud base should be pushing 7000 AGL, and tailwinds in excess of 30 knots. B/S ratio forecast is pretty low, but I have flown on similar sorts of days and found the lift to be very good. Will see...

Anyone have a rough idea of the amount to budget to earn a glider certificate? The glider training closest to me appears to be at this club: http://www.kpflight.com/coburg.htm

Hi all This has been thrashed out before but a search didnt come up with any difinitive answers, only general observations and personal views. What opinions have you all on canopy tinting - what color and why? The tinted canopy looks better from the outside - Yep, I reckon so The tints seem to...

Okay guys, here's your new thread. Please... Del asks "how well will pilots react if they unexpectedly get into a spin or a spiral dive? Normally you gird your loins up first before doing a deliberate spin!" Answer: this depends on the pilot, of course. By the time you are gaggle flying,...

Hi, Anybody can recommend a person who knows Solo engines or at least who is experienced with 2 stroke engines ? Preferably in Southern California or close by. I need help to diagnose a problem with my Solo 2350 engine. Thanks, Limus

It appears that a third S-H aircraft has broken up in flight this season. Rather than giving private assurances/explanations to individual S-H owners, could someone in-the-know please tell us what is going on?

Wish to find the source for the memory battery for the Dittle Radio FSG71M. The one in my radio is 5 years old and needs to be replaced.

I have had considerable difficulty getting FAA authorized oxygen service stations to retest and refill my 22 cu. ft. steel tank. It was originally purchased and installed in 1978 by Sailplane Repair Service in Ft. Collins, CO in accordance with a 337. Local stations here in Dallas, TX will not...

Hi, A few questions, on behalf of a friend, to the ASH26E owners. On the Wankel Mid-West AE50R engine: - Has anyone ever had any leaks problems in the cooling system ? There's quite a fair amount of cooling liquid being lost at every run. Further inspections did not show any leaks in the pipes,...

Very nice DG 200 for sale very good condition, very well equipped easy to fly flap ship, L/D 42/1 located near Montreal Canada send your email address for specs sheet and price to: tel. 450-377-5737