On Jul 25, 10:01*pm, " terry-
wrote:
A friend is considering purchasing a SZD-36 Cobra 15 glider. Comments
from anyone having owned or flown this model aircraft would be
appreciated.

Terry/DG800B

Please make sure that you have the translated copy of Polish
Maintenance Manual from SZD!
It is a beautiful wooden glider however as with any construction it
requires preventative maintenance. There has been an accident in
Alabama where a roman screw retracted from the lower spar (due to a
wear of supporting bushing) and wings collapsed during a high speed
pass. Maintenance manual calls for periodical replacement of those
parts and such a glider would not have been airworthy in Poland.

Regards

GK