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Old December 13th 03, 10:17 PM
Jerome Conners
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Default Best Glider for Altitude Record Attempt?

What glider will provide the best characteristics for
mountain wave ascents to record heights?

What are those characteristics...air foil design, lofting
characteristics, L/D ratio, oxygen system, etc.

What publications provide the design information for
mountain wave ascents?

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