Minutes from the SSA Competition Rules Committee Meeting are now posted on the SSA website: https://www.ssa.org/files/member/2018%20RC%20Meeting%20Minutes%20-%20Final%2012-07-18.pdf There are many detailed items in the minutes. For clarity of communication, the introduction to the most...

I have been very actively looking for the perfect "new technology" battery solution for my glider for a few years. I have been looking to fill two battery trays in my 27B fitted for the standard 6' x 2.6" x 3.7" 12 volt 9ah lead batteries with lighter and higher amp hour batteries. There has been...

From looking at the sports class nationals scores, And seeing that their have been only THREE landouts in four days of a 42 glider NATIONALS, I'm thinking CD McQuigg is not pushing his troops hard enough at this huge contest. I have heard that he is an ultra- conservative CD, which is fine for a...

Near new, see Wings & Wheels page 10. Price reduced from $150,000 to $140,000. This economy sucks, nobody's buying toys! JJ

Here's a conceptually simple idea for contest pilots to rattle around... I believe it would be highly effective at reducing dangerous big gaggles that happen during contests. The desirables are that it doesn't damage the sport, it's effective at improving safety, it's easy to understand and it's...

I have a 2002 glasstop cobra and I have a lift strut (nitrogen spring?) that just failed on me. It is very difficult to lift the clamshell with even just one failed strut. Is there anyone in the US that might have these in stock? If anyone has replaced theirs with a US made strut I would also...

Hi, I've been enjoying my SN10B for several years now and really love it. Recently I have been trying to use the Simple Glide Calculator (SGC) page to do side calculations during competitions (I used to do this with my LS4 prayer wheel but gave it to a pilot that had no computer at all - tried to...

I have just had my Winter 57mm altimeter fail it's instrument check. From what I can ascertain, this is not all that uncommon. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions of a suitable 2-1/4" alternative.

I have a headache after shopping online for new pants to wear in the cockpit. R.A.S. never lets me down, so... Anyone know which company makes lightweight cargo pants that have zippered front/side pockets (so the cell phone stays in if you bail out), and a zippered fly (relief system-friendly)? ...

I'm looking for a I.A.R. IS-28B2 or IS-32. I heard there was an IS-32 for sale receintly in CA and I was hoping someone had information on it. You can email me directly at . Thanks, Kris

Hi ! The european regulation precise that "gliders with a structural mass of less than 80 kg when single seater or 100 kg when two seater, including those which are foot launched" shall stay under national responsibility, so to say, out of EASA. Could someone tell me what are Regulations for...

Who and how please. San Diego news photo looks like the PZL. One of our CFI's was to be there tomorrow on the way back from Mexico, we think he couldnt go today. Thank you in advance for any info. Just out of concern and sincere condolences to all AGCSA. Karen

I have posted a mpeg Video of the Marske Pioneer on tow from the cockpit on the Pioneer page. The link below is direct ot the Pioneer Web page. http://www.continuo.com/marske/pioneer/marske/marske%20pioneer.htm -- Marske Flying Wings http://www.continuo.com/marske

THE MAY 2012 ISSUE OF GLIDING INTERNATIONAL A wealth of news for soaring pilots from around the world. A 64 page issue. Stories include: 1. New sailplane now in production designed to introduce a new concept to the sport. Dynamic Story. An eight page feature article.

With his family at his side, Charlie Spratt died at 7:30 this morning (Friday). A memorial celebration for The Gate will be held May 9 (Saturday) at Cordele, Ga., time and place to be announced. We were so lucky to have him among us. Karl Striedieck

I have for sale 2 imperial instruments: Vario (10kts) meter Winter 5STV5-3 80mm at 250 Euro ono Altimeter United Instruments (10.000ft) 80mm at 250 Euro ono Buy both and get 10% discount :) also swap for metrical Winter instruments can be discussed. regards from Holland,

The United States and the world soaring community lost a giant in the history of competition soaring on September 5th 2004, with the passing of Andrew James Smith. AJ passed away with heart failure at age 80 in his home in Tecumseh, Michigan. He began soaring in the 1950's with his close friend...

Our Duo's turbo has suddenly stopped working. It spins up ok at 55Kt when decompressed & continues windmilling when the decompression is released. The engine starts after 2 - 3 seconds, runs for 2 seconds then cuts out. After 1 - 2 seconds it starts again & the sequence is repeated. It's as if the...

A question: How does Winscore calculate finish altitude on a cylinder finish? I assume it is based on the logger's pressure altitude reading for the closest logger fix after crossing the finish line, but how is that altitude adjusted for the local altimeter setting? Does it compare the...

Seen this? http://www.flarm.com/index_en.html Radar and transponders are just so 20th century. John Galloway