The Perlan Project (www.perlanproject.com) has need for a small drogue chute for testing the tail chute deployment and release systems of the Perlan glider. We are looking for a drogue chute similar to that used by an ASW 12, Nimbus 2, or Libelle. If you have such a chute that you would be willing...

Just curious how these two iPhones stack up against each other and or the Oudie2 or Del Streak5 in sunlight readability? 6PK

Wings and Wheels has a for sale advertisment for a Ka-6CR for $2,500. Might be great deal for some young pilots to purchase, or for a club, or anyone else for that matter!

Long softie parachute for sale mfg 10/2010. Always stored in carry bag and is in great shape. Navy Blue with conventional harness, Up to 240 Lb canopy, sheepskin pad. $1800 plus shipping/ handling. Last repacked at manufacturer 3/15....

Hi, This is a very nice "intro to soaring" video - with English subtitles. Well done! https://youtu.be/vpTv6kcqPaI Best Regards, Paul Remde

Posted by Walt Rogers - WX As flight dispatcher/weather support I once again will be commenting on the flight through my twitter feed: @wrogerswx My blog is NOT active this year. However, I'll post graphics and occasional longer discussions on my Dropbox account "Weather...

My 2002 Silent-IN is for sale, with the price reduced. PRICED TO SELL!!! New glider here. Please see my add on Wings and Wheels. Many extras included. Kevin Anderson 92

My new (to me) Stemme has an LS7007 Pro IGC installed but no data bases loaded. I see a 5-pin DIN connector on the panel near the control head but no cable came with the aircraft. Does anyone out there have a spare that they would like to sell or donate to the cause? -- Dan, 5J

Soaring season will soon be underway. To facilitate a quick sale I have reduced the price of my LAK-17a to $65,900. Please see the ad on Wings and Wheels. http://wingsandwheels.com/class/index.php?p=preview&id=1297 -- Dan, 5J

Hello All, It is Spring again, and if you haven't done so in awhile it would be a great time to update the airspace and airport databases in your glide computer, PNA, handheld GPS, or desktop planning software in preparation for the upcoming US season. The FAA data for the charting cycle...

Hi All, For those of you wondering about glider flight tracking options this year. I suggest watching the Seminole Lake Gliderport activity so see an example of a number of technologies all in one place. Here is the link http://glideport.aero/map?p=GlidePort:396 Pilots with...

I do not have any anti collision devices in my sailplanes so I scan and scan and scan. Our airspace is complicated, so I do intend to get at least a transponder. In all my scanning, I almost never see a target in the 4 o-clock, or even 3 0-clock position as hard as I try. I don't see them until...

All, I've been reviewing the rule changes and have a couple questions: It looks like the Club class is now restricted to 15M ships (with a handicap between .089 and 1.020) The handicap list on the SSA site currently shows a number of ships with greater than 15M spans. So can we fly in Club...

I know this is a silly question, but I was reading an article by Dick Johnson that talked about holding a slight slip while thermally. This article was written before winglets and I was wondering if the same idea applied to gliders with winglets. Also, as for slipping to lose altitude for landing...

Hi Guess how long it will be before we all put this stuff on our gliders?? https://youtu.be/IPM8OR6W6WE No more waxing or Bugwipers!! Muttley

I have started tinkering around with the idea of developing a Tow-tracking for clubs to use that would not interfere with operations yet still be able to provide an upgrade to having a dedicated logger try and confirm release altitudes. My current thought is to have a cell phone app that talks to...

We are three swedish clubs considering building three simulators. It would be great to get in contact with people who have done something similar. We could possibly also be interested in buying them if someone with experience would be interested in building them for us. Please get in touch with...

All, I have been using a JRC JHP-500 handheld radio for field communications and have been a bit disappointed with it's performance. It has a standard 6" flex antenna. When I am in the air and someone tries to talk with me using the handheld, the transmission always sounds very weak, even if I am...

What are the medical requirements to fly a glider solo aged 62. ? In the Past I have had a Class 2 If I renew my PPL, I need a class 2 Medical. annually renewable. If I downgrade my licence to an NPPL I need a LAPL medical? how long does it last aged 62 ? Also I have contacted my Local...

I'm struggling how to read the polar curve for an SGS 2-32. It can be found on page 19 of the flight manual found he http://www.airsailing.org/downloads/2-32%20Flight%20Manual.pdf What are the two different groups of lines? I'm only familiar with one (the top set). Any significant in a band...