Q - Do gliders 'crash', break or collide?

A- Yes

Q - Could a parachute save the pilot in some of those incidents?

A - Yes

Conclusion - Wear a 'chute!

Q - But do I have to wear a chute legally?

A - Who gives a damn! It's just the *sensible* thing to do!

Ian




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om...
I went for a ride in a glider many years ago and was immediately taken
with
the whole experience. I have always wanted to fly and now have the time
to
do it as I am finished with my skydiving career. Before I sell my rigs I
wanted to ask a question. Do any of you wear pilot rigs? Before I trade
some gear for a pilot rig....what is the reality of actually getting out
of
a glider if you have a structural failure or something catastrophic? I am
a
realist and can accept the fact there are inherent risks up there believe
me, but I don't want to buy a rig if it's a mute point. Do any of you
wear
rigs? Thanks for the advice.