I am going to build a new panel for my glider this winter and would like to go with all small instruments. The Altimeter is the only one that I am having trouble deciding on, I thought I was going to need a "certified" altimeter but recently spoke to a very reputable source and found out that a...

We are considering changing from a Schweizer tow hook to a Tost tow hook for our Pawnee. As I understand it, the STC is not for a Pawnee, so a field approval is needed. We will need drawings/data for the Pawnee to present to the FSDO inspector to get the field approval. Any further ideas about this...

ABC TV's Good Morning America will feature news anchor, Kate Snow taking her first glider flying lesson on Sunday morning, November 22 between 8 and 9 AM EST. Millions of viewers will see Kate having a great time taking the first written test about the controls and their functions, being...

Hey guys, Anybody have a english version flight/maintenance manual for the French wassmer squale? I'm in contact with a pilot in the netherlands who first posted a request for an austria manual, which I have, But further discusion showed he has a Squale, a photo copy or scan would be fine. Any...

I am getting ready to do my yearly lubrication on the glider. Just wondering what most people use to lubricate the linkages, hinges and connections on gliders. I have been using LPS2 on most everything but am wondering if LPS1 would be better for certain applications?

Does anyone know where to get Cobra Trailer Weatherstripping that goes in the bottom half channel to seal when the top is closed?

Some of you may find this entertaining... http://scottishglidingcentre.com/blog/ See ya, Dave "YO electric"

I would appreciate hearing from pilots in the USA who have been using the WinCE flight recorder. Thanks. John Godfrey USA Competition Rules Committee

http://www.onlinecontest.org/olc-2.0/gliding/flightinfo.html?flightId=-879502620

Hi, I just received my first batch of SPOT 2 units. They are very nice. http://www.cumulus-soaring.com/spot.htm If you own a SPOT 1, you may want to wait for information in the near future about an upgrade program. Best Regards,

Hi all, Novice question here.....what happens when some of these vintage (or even more modern) gliders reach their airframe end-of-life or number of landing limits? Is the aircraft now salvage or can things be done to refurbish it? What things, if any, are typically done and about how many...

Effective with the revised Sporting Code released in October, the FAI has opened the possibility for simple, limited-functionality GPS units to be used for providing the position evidence required to substantiate badge claims up to Gold distance. Originally anticipated to be used as a means to...

I just put together a REALLY cheap system for budding LVVSA XC pilots to use. Here's the breakdown: iPAQ 3870 - ebay $22.50 including shipping (I bought a 'lot' of 5) New battery - $20.00 Bluetooth GPS from Semsons $23.60 including shipping http://www.semsons.com/amabg108blgp.html XCSoar - Free I...

S-Nav in good shape for sale. Same software and functionality as an L- Nav. 2 1/4" vario read out. $600 obo by the end of this week. 607-481-9095

Hello all, I'd like to sell my Cambridge 302A #C57, purchased new from Cumulus in '08.....included with the logger are the removable antenna, 114 standard power cable, 144 cable, original manual, software CD, screwdriver, and current calibration forms....your good till March 2010. Works...

Does anyone know of a source for the volume control knob used on Cambridge Mnavs? I could use an odd piece of plastic but if the real thing is available I would prefer it. Thanks, Bob 7U

I am trying to sell my glider which I advertised on various gliding websites and e-mail correspondence with a potential buyer went as follows (in reverse order of course); Hi, Thanks for the response...I am Happy with the price and its present condition. Now I will like to inform you that the...

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...

The results of the 2009 SSA Competition Pilot Poll and pilot poll comments are available on the SSA web site at www.ssa.org. Then go to sailplane racing, then rules and process. The particpation in this year's poll was higher than it has been for quite a few years. Thanks to all who took the time...

Hi, For some reason I have recently only been able to post to r.a.s. via Google Groups, although I can still post to the UK equivalents through gliderpilot.net. This started at the time of the Scam email from Nigeria. Has my email address for some reason been added to the Spam folder for gp.net...