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Tiedowns at Parowan during Region 9
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May 12th 04, 05:44 AM
clay thomas
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(Kirk Stant) wrote in message . com...
As I understand the latest Region 9 newsletter, the current plan is
for the majority of gliders at Parowan to rig/derig everyday.
To me, at least, this is unacceptable. Please, if this is what is
definitely going to happen, let me know ASAP so plans can be changed.
I really want to race at Parowan (having flown there before); and one
of the pleasures of a week of intense flying is just that - flying,
not rigging everyday. And I'm not thrilled about counting on "first
come, first served" for the few available paved tiedowns.
I realize ramp space will be at a premium, and if there is no other
realistic alternative I can live with that, but in that case I would
like to know it now so I can change my plans and let someone else
enjoy the contest. I really don't care where I have to tie down - up
at the north end, or in the "grass" on the side of the taxiway - it's
easy and quick to hook up a towbar and tow to the grid, and I will
bring my own tiedown stakes if needed.
I hope this can be resolved, I'm really looking forward to the race.
Kirk Stant
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Kirk,
I have seen some serious winds come through Parowan so putting it back
in the box is not a bad idea. If you have your own anchors, I am sure
you will have no trouble finding a place to tie down. I have heard
that the "screw in" anchors are fairly effective. Having said that,I
am sure there are several pilots that would be happy to take your
place!
Clay Thomas
clay thomas