Anyone out there know if there have been any sailplane wings made that use a glass spar and carbon skins? Cheers, Brad

....he KNOWS how disappointed he will be, having to read (poorly) from his cheat sheets!

I am doing an Annual on one that sat for over a year. It needs one new head. After a little research it appears the engine is based on the VW T3/T25 Transporter engine. This head appears to be the correct one- https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/071101351AC Can anyone with experience confirm it? Thanks!

My glider is equipped with ADS-B Out.Â* I use Avare in my glider as an ADS-B In display.Â* Yesterday was my first test and I was dismayed to see that my ship was displayed at the center of the screen with a reported altitude difference that matched the difference between the altimeter setting...

FAI have introduced "E-Concept" to the sport of Gliding. Most of the details are yet to be worked out, but the essence of the concept is that the use of stored energy will be allowed during the credited portion of the flight performance. Powered flight for credit. Does this belong in our sport?

The spherical bearings that mate to the spar spigots in my Astir CS are binding when turned to larger angles. When rigging the wings, a slight misalignment of the spigot jams the bearing and any further progress becomes impossible until you pull the wing out and unjam the bearing using a wooden...

I have sold my glider to someone in South America. While I am not responsible for shipping, I do want the new owner to receive the glider in the same condition that it leaves the US. To that end, I am interested in hearing how others have secured trailers in shipping containers; what works and what...

My 9.6 Ah Lithium Iron Phosphate battery is amazing in its ability to hold full voltage for hours. My 12 Ah sealed lead acid battery keeps slowly dropping voltage, especially if it gets cold. Since my glider has a purpose built holder for the size of the 12Ah lead acid battery, are there any...

"Motorgliders" are airplanes. Got it?? Rick Lake

So, if this could be made to be "secure" could we use it as a contest, record, or badge logger? I sure like the price! http://www.googleearthstore.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=1-TSII MM

All We're announcing a cross country/racing camp to be held at Sugarbush in Vermont prior to and including the Region 1 competition for anybody anxious to hone their skills in these areas in a user friendly, professionally run environment. For details, log on to www.sugarbushsoaring.com and read...

It is Day 8 at the 5th Junior World Gliding Championships in Italy. Excellent coverage of the US team is being provided daily by Team Captain Richard Maleady with many great pictures posted of the team blog which chronicles the trials and tribulations that typifies world championship flying. US...

Anyone know where I can view the manual for this ship online? I'm scheduled to get some flight time in one next weekend, and I'd like to browse the manual ahead of time. Thanks, Dave

Does anyone know the location of the Sports Class Nationals in the USA 2008. Thanks, Sam

Hello Dennis, SSA. EAA. Warbirds of America, Please see this below and read. Regulatory relief is needed by gliders, as is sought by Warbirds of America/EAA.

Looking for a source for a replacement B-4 brake cabe here in the US or for an alternate suitable replacement. Thanks Jim

The September/October 2005 issue of the Region 12 newsletter, "Southern California Soaring," is now on-line at http://www.SoCalSoaring.com. Articles in this issue include: Soaring Safari to Canada -- Flying the Mountains at Invermere Annual RESCO Soaring Banquet -- November 5 at the Phoenix...

1975 PIK-20B For sale. Great condition; factory trailer. Located in Seattle, Washington, USA area. Photo, basic details, and contact information at www.wingsandwheels.com "Used Sailplanes" listing. Serious inquiries, please send me an email to request a details sheet.

We have some nice iPaq 38XX and 39XX's for sale. The 39XX has the brighter screen inside but the general consensus is that in bright (sun) light the 38XX is somewhat better. A non-glare screen protector also helps. The 3835 is US $ 300 and the 3950 is 350 Bluetooth models are $ 30.- extra. These...

If you happen to be interested...everything you every wanted to know about the whereabouts of the breed... http://www.rcawsey.fsnet.co.uk/ventus.htm