Forgive me if this should go to an R/C blog instead of RAS but I think that there are many glider drivers that like flying drones. The Chicago Tribune ran an article today on the FAA's proposed rules for the "use of commercial drones". The full text is below. Highlights for operators are; A...

FAI has canceled the following Class D (Gliders) World record : ================================================ Claim number : 15103 Sub-class :DU (Ultralight Gliders) Category: General Type of record : Free Distance Course/location : Zapata, TX (USA) Performance : 791 km Pilot : William G. OSOBA...

I'd like to install a TE probe in the fin of my ASW 19. What angle should the prob receiver be installed at on the fin? It looks like most TE probes are installed so the probe is parallel to the horizontal stabilizer. Is there an optimal spot on the fin to install the TE probe? Thanks,

So, if you were ordering a new Cobra trailer, would you order a fiberglass top or an aluminum top? For sake of discussion, lets exclude obvious price difference. I've never seen an aluminum top with insulation. What type of insulation is used and is it worth the 1000 plus euros? For those having...

I was sick and tired of getting flats on my tail dolly and having to fix this past summer. (Also not interested in solid tires due to the hard ride.) I found this and thought others might be interested. It is one heck of a deal for 20 bucks. Includes tire, tube, hub and axle. Works in a pinch...

IMHO - this is a must have for all sailplane pilots...especially for contest and ridge pilots usually far away from home. Cheap and especially helpful to EMS in critical situations. Interactive model is my choice. Just browse Road ID and become a safer pilot.

Please visit this link to get information about the Volkslogger Date issue. http://support.air-avionics.com/hc/de/articles/203725968 Air-Avionics is set up to deal with the issue. Thanks, Richard www.craggyaero.com

Does wing loading have any affect on thermalling ability of a glider (pilot's ability is another topic)? I am ignoring here the smaller turn radius, and so greater ability of a lighter wing-loaded glider to work narrow-diameter thermals. In a given thermal with a diameter that can be worked with...

As a power pilot who lives fairly far from a tow and would rather fly than trailer, I'm pretty much sold on getting a MG. I've looked at LSAs and don't like them, nor the restrictions they come with. I have already received lots of info from MG doubters and haters, so i don't need to hear that...

The ChicagoLand Glider Council is hosting the 6th bi-annual Midwest Soaring and Safety Seminar on Saturday, February 21st, 2015, 8AM to 5PM. Nationally known speakers will cover topics of safety, racing, competition, gear, and gliders. The cost of this Seminar is being partially underwritten by...

from https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2015/02/09/2015-02579/automatic-dependent-surveillance-broadcast-ads-b-out-performance-requirements-to-support-air-traffic Under paragraph (b)(1) of that section, in order to operate an aircraft below 18,000 feet MSL and in identified airspace...

My partner and I are looking for a decent Discus to purchase. We fly with the Pittsburgh Soaring Association in southwestern Pa. We have been looking in earnest for over a year, and are ready to move quickly should the right ship become available. Jim Rosenkranz (412) 417-3571

1. I am being asked at an FBO in Colorado to provide my own insurance to fly their gliders. I used to fly powered at several CO FBOs - the question never came up. Are things different for gliders? 2. What is the best company to get insurance for gliders only? Thanks

Does anyone have an operators manual for an H-201B Libelle in ENGLISH? Thanks!

Hi Guys Those of you flying in the US may have read that as a result of new legislation there is a change to the specs of radios fitted to gliders and GA in the european area. As a result I have a perfectly serviceable, if oldish, AVComm GL72a 720 channel radio for sale. Check out...

I am trying to create a Restricted Area Navpoint with an "R" Attribute, ceiling altitude, and radius so my GPS-NAV can alert me if I invade that space.. The old MS-DOS software allowed creation of such a Navpoint but the subsequent Aero Explorer does not. The .dat file structure appears to be: ID...

For those who want to use the Cambridge DOS program to enable the GPS-NAV's ability to alert entry into a Restricted Area (e.g. Class B), DosBox (which is loaded by the front-end "D-Fend Reloaded") will do so on a Windows 8.1 64-bit system as follows: Install Serial Card (USB-Serial adapters may...

Wanted: ASK21 in good condition. For immediate purchase

Can anyone tell me if there is any differance in the cockpit size (mainly length) between the 15m LS6 and the 17.6m LS6C? From all I've read there is only mention of the C having a new crash worthy cockpit. Nothing about the overall size. I've tried on the LS6a and for my 6'2", 215lb frame it's...

Does anyone have a picture of a removable tow bar from Cobra? Where is the connection point? How does a surge break disconnect? Is there a quick disconnect for surge break? Thank you in advance for any information...