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Old March 26th 18, 03:48 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default Mechanical vario stuck on 5 kts up

On Monday, March 26, 2018 at 7:15:05 AM UTC-4, Chris Rowland wrote:
Maybe with the cheapness and simplicity of digital pressure sensors it is
time to consider going totally electronic, at least for varios.


I love having a backup that is independent of the battery system. Yes there are some electric varios with a built-in backup battery, not sure I'd be satisfied with that.