A nifty example of "Duh!" science... https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2021/04/mars-express-mystery-martian-volcano-cloud/

To get my glider's fuselage into my "hangar" (AKA garage) for winter work I I have to get it off and out of the trailer generally by myself. I made some ramps to help with this. I thought you might find this useful. There are two pairs of ramps. One is a pair of rather narrow ramps to get the...

An IGC-approval document for the Fenix FR by RC Electronics was published on 20 April: This is the first FR from RC Electronics, based north of Celje, Slovenia There are now 61 main types of IGC-approved Flight Recorders, and the number increases to 77 when different models within main types are...

Does anyone have an active link to the contest number database? It is referenced here (https://www.ssa.org/racing-rules-information/) but there's no link to the database, and my google searches are not finding it. Matt

Due to a ground handling accident, the owner is looking for a replacement Flap, Left Hand Inner to suit a Ventus 2 CM or compatible type. Any condition, as long as its repairable, top dollar offered. Many thanks Chris Runeckles Western Australian Sailplane Products

Hi guys, I just installed a FLARM Fusion and am getting some very poor results. The antennas are installed symmetrically on either side of the canopy rail (see photographs) in an ASW27b. They clip into a plastic adaptor printed from ABS, and each antenna has a clear 180 degree view out the side...

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/calgary-boys-accomplish-very-rare-feat-for-glider-flights-1.5396333?fbclid=IwAR2XmjCLWiR9YYiln00hHOmqrHs35F98in8XTm94_YQJJKBhoCd_f7cqS30 More to come...

Hi . In our Jantar Standard ( 1977) plastic pipe for TEC probe inside vertical stabilizator is LEAKED . Is any solution to seal it ( for sample any liquid glue ) without opening stabilizator . Thanks . Ziggi

All suggestion Welcome,Apis MC ,with electric gear failure on landing.Was not a hard landing rolled 125' before gear failure.AMS Flight."SEND/WIRE USD$ "for replacement parts 9 months ago.Will not respond to emails.My question the Apis could be built Fixed gear, Manual gear, or Electric gear.I'm...

Some of you out there might remember a wonderful lady named Mary Gaffney, she was an aviation pioneer and a gliderport owner and examiner for many types. Mary passed away today after a long and wonderful life involving many forms of aviation. Mary was a two time world aerobatics champion and set...

I am looking for a usable salvage rudder for my ASW-20. An ASW-19 rudder should be identical to the 20. Monte, Heinz, Uncle Hank, and Murray are on the lookout and I will be giving Rex Mayes a call shortly. Email at or call/text at 334-740-1994 Many thanks!

Hi All - FLARM has announced release of firmware supporting ADS-R and TIS-B reception. This feature is included in new firmware for Core Fusion. For original PowerFLARM core and portable, this requires a license available he https://flarm.com/shop/ads-r-and-tis-b-reception-adsr/ Firmware is...

SSA Regional Webinar Black Forest Soaring Society Cross-Country Ground School Series April 23, Friday 7 pm Mountain Daylight Time Flight Tracking Software Satellite based (SPOT, InReach), Smart Phone based (Glide Track), FLARM based. Session 7 in 2021 series. Presenter: Dave...

Our glider club in Israel is looking to buy a used Pawnee in the US. As we are far away we are looking for Someone that can manage the process for us. That is finding suitable planes inspecting the ones that meet the need and managing the purchasing. We will be happy to pay for the service. Please...

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I would like to know how others evaluate an OLC flight and determine the difficulty factor involved? I will hold my opinion until this has been truly debated. Old Bob

Today, the Canadian government announced that a new luxury tax (Italian style) will be implemented Jan 1st, 2022. The tax applies to vehicles retailing for CDN$100,000 (equivalent to US$80,000) at the rate of 10% on total price or 20% on price over CDN$100,000, whichever is less. The sales tax of...

Is anyone else having trouble to log in to skysight? The login page does not appear. I am directed to the subscription page (and I am a subscriber). Matt

SSA Regional Webinar BFSS Beginner CrossCountry Series Friday May 7, 2021 7 pm MDT Soaring Physiology for Glider Pilots For all pilots, particularly if beginning XC operations or to improve their knowledge or skill. Dr. Quay Snyder, CFIG, will discuss hydration, nutrition, elimination,...

Some of you may remember when a few years ago I crashed my LAK-12. I really miss that glider. I used this group to sell the trailer successfully. Now, in cleaning up all things LAK-12, I have a complete set of Jaxida Covers for the LAK-12. They have never been used, and kept in the duffel bags...