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Old March 5th 07, 10:06 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Just a reminder, _ALWAYS_ have a fuse mounted on the battery for just
such occurrences....



Larry Goddard

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"Jim Vincent" wrote in message
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I know of one glass glider that burned because of a short in the electrical
system. Instead of using matches, just short the battery!
"Bert Willing" wrote in message
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The resin in a composite glider burns very well, but you'll need a
loooooong match :-)

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COLIN LAMB wrote:
One survival tool I take is my wooden glider.

Good point. How easy is it to burn fiberglass?

Should make light, heat, and SMOKE -- no?


Jack