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Glider accident near Altoona... interview with pilot by [email protected][_2_]
PLB brings speedy rescue to pilot trapped in trees By Mike Collins, AOPA A Pennsylvania pilot is crediting his personal locator beacon (PLB) with his rescue only two hours after his glider crashed in rugged mountains near Altoona, Pa., May...
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May 18th 10 02:26 PM
by Tom[_12_] Go to last post
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Laister LP-15 Nugget by [email protected]
I just purchased a Nugget and am very happy with it. I am looking to connect with other Nugget owners to exchange info on this ship.
May 24th 09 05:41 AM
by 5Z Go to last post
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First Glider - No Gelcoat by Waduino
Yes I've read lots of posts about buying a first glider. My heart is set on an LS-4 since I'd like to stay in the roughly $30K US price range with a decent panel and trailer. BUT, what if I just don't want gelcoat because sooner or later it will have to be refinished and that doesn't make any...
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February 12th 06 06:58 AM
by Jack Go to last post
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Where to get a glider canopy in the US by Bob Kuykendall
Some type-specific sailplane canopy resources in the US: Aircraft Windshields, Inc, in my experience the best in the aircraft transparency biz: Los Alamitos, CA, no Web site --Gliders various, just ask (incl. 2-seat Lark, I think) --Custom tooling and acrylics ThermoTec (Ray Poquette), advertises...
September 4th 08 01:16 AM
by Bob Kuykendall Go to last post
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Cameras and barographs by Jim Beckman
Todd Smith posted: I was a new guy in soaring about 7 years ago and as I was working on my Silver badge, got a lesson in how to smoke a windup barograph and all that. I bought a used thermal electric model that required no screwing around, all I had to do was put it in the glider. I then
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October 7th 07 08:54 PM
by Martin Gregorie[_1_] Go to last post
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Ultra light Glider regulations by Denis G
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...
May 24th 04 06:19 PM
by Tony Burton Go to last post
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Asw19 Winglets for sale by Gregg Leslie
Hi Folks, My friend has a pair of Asw19 winglets for sale (Slip on). One is in perfect condition, the other has a break at the bottom, easily repairable. Since he does not own the ship anymore he has no need for them. Contact Dave for details
November 21st 06 02:31 PM
by Gregg Leslie Go to last post
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Air extractors for Ventus 2? by Tim Taylor
Are there any working designs for an air extractor for the Ventus 2?
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February 15th 17 04:51 PM
by Tango Whisky Go to last post
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SN10 Simple Glide Calculator Page questions by Frank
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...
February 8th 06 12:16 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Standard Cirrus by Walt Connelly
Could I impose upon those of you more experience soaring types and ask your opinion of the Standard Cirrus? Pros? Cons? Indifferences? I am looking for my first ship. Walt
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December 31st 11 04:03 PM
by RS Go to last post
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Tow hook for 182 by Ramy[_2_]
Our club is looking for a tow hook for 182, in particular Schweizer (partnumber 0500228-2) which is the STC'd approved hook for the Cessna 182. Any pointers are welcome. Thanks Ramy
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June 25th 19 12:09 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Any date-related GPS problems seen today? by kinsell
The epoc-olypse has arrived.
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April 26th 19 09:10 PM
by Karl Kunz[_2_] Go to last post
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Electronic Artificial Horizon by Stuart Kinnear
Would appreciate any feedback as I am considering buying Stuart KInnear
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May 3rd 07 06:56 PM
by Martin Gregorie[_1_] Go to last post
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Armchair CD U.S. Sports Class Nats by Mitch
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...
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June 27th 07 01:40 AM
by Chilhowee Go to last post
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2006 Region 3 Contest - August 27th thru Sept, 2nd, 2006 by Tim Hanke
Yeah, its early but we have a new site for this year's Region 3 Contest. If you plan on attending, please sign -up early in order for our organization to make arrangements. There has also been inquires to hold world class for the PW-5's. (If we are able to have (3) register we will hold a world...
January 25th 06 10:20 PM
by Tim Hanke Go to last post
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Blanik Weak Link for Winch Launch??? by Gary Emerson
I'm really curious what weak link people are using to winch launch Blaniks with. If you are using the CG bridle, do you use the blue tost weak link (in the BGA list) or a stronger one? Blue seems too weak and wants to break frequently and under only moderate climb angles. The L-13 manual...
February 24th 04 08:08 PM
by Craig Freeman Go to last post
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Boots for cold weather Soaring by Dave Nadler
Hi All - After my Soaring report Tuesday (frozen toes), I got a recommendation for "Sorel Bear" boots. These look like they might be stiff in the ankle making rudder operation annoying (a problem with my current poorly-insulated...
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January 11th 12 12:25 AM
by Dave Nadler Go to last post
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Groundloop accident at the Senior Contest by John Good
At around 12:54 today, Thomas Johnson (V12 - MiniNumbus) was injured in a takeoff groundloop accident. He was airlifted to an Orlando hospital, where he'll be met by his wife. Emergency medical personnel were pleased with his vital signs and cautiously optimistic about his prospects for...
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March 28th 21 08:32 PM
by Walt Connelly Go to last post
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Jacumba Glider Accident Sat June 29? by [email protected]
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
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July 3rd 13 05:51 AM
by noel.wade Go to last post
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satellite phones by ND
does anyone know of a good low priced prepaid satellite phone? seems like a good thing to have for a mission i have in mind, and the cheapest i'm finding are ^$400. i have something like the "tracfone" of satellite phones in mind. thanks, -ND
March 23rd 17 06:53 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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