Hello, What are peoples opinions regarding towing a Russia AC4C with an aluminum skinned trailer with a VW diesel beetle? The diesel engine has plenty of torque. I have have towed my boat which is 1200 lbs with the trailer and I have not had any problems. I would be towing quite far on the...

If anyone has any information or has seen the following glider and can comment on the condition of the paint finish it would be greatly appreciated. LS-3, Registration N19LS, located at Briggs, TX. Thanks

This 760 channel transceiver can be used as a panel mount or ground station. This one ('M' model) is set up for a ground station. Email me directly and I will send complete details. $800.00. James Hamilton, Reno, NV

Has anyone out there got an ENGLISH copy of the Astir Jeans handbook in english that would be prepared to give me a copy for our club. Its for the wonderful EASA transition. Ted N

From Today's Record Courier Note the sailplane references Scare tactics being used to stop planning by Bill Schroeder December 5, 2007 I would like to make some comments regarding the debate concerning the development of the master plan for the Minden-Tahoe Airport. It has

Soaring gift shop in a mall. Brilliant, and I hope the numbers at the end of the month validate it. Perhaps three more December's will justify it, especially after holiday shoppers begin to expect to see this unique gift shop in the mall. What a fantastic way to develop personal connections with...

Hi all, Which oil is the most appropriate for boundary layer visualization. I understand that Dick Johnson used common car oil in his test. What is the viscosity should I look for? Thanks to all

I have used 'used' motor oil. Drained from my car after 3K to 6K miles. Nice and black, and not too thick. Started out as 10W-30. I have also used new automatic transmission fluid. Darker is better, but either works. Brush it on, and make sure you don't leave bristles or other things in the...

I've researched the sight for as much info as I can gather for transponders. The choice now is, which transponder to buy. The Becker or the Microair? Is one really better than the other? There is not a real difference in the price point. Is there enough differencer betwwen warranty, service...

I am re-installing my instrument panel and re-plumbing it. I have a Winter ASI, Tasman Vario, a PZL mechanical vario and a Winter altimeter. I do not have TE Probe (YET)...Does anyone out there have a simple diagram on the plumbing? I have searched and cannot find one...BTW the ship is a superbly...

I am re-installing my instrument panel and re-plumbing it. I have a Winter ASI, Tasman Vario, a PZL mechanical vario and a Winter altimeter. I do not have TE Probe (YET)...Does anyone out there have a simple diagram on the plumbing? I have searched and cannot find one...BTW the ship is a superbly...

I am re-installing my instrument panel and re-plumbing it. I have a Winter ASI, Tasman Vario, a PZL mechanical vario and a Winter altimeter. I do not have TE Probe (YET)...Does anyone out there have a simple diagram on the plumbing? I have searched and cannot find one...BTW the ship is a superbly...

Hello All, It's December and sailplane racing may be the farthest thing from your mind right now. For those of you who need a vicarious racing fix, you can follow my reports from the 2nd FAI World Sailplane Grand Prix Dec 17-28 in Omarama, NZ at www.echoyankee.com As the only U.S. pilot to qualify...

Our club needs a set of TSO tagged 2-33 seat belts. Please reply with a source for these. Thanks. Steve Michalik

Our club needs a set of TSO tagged 2-33 seat belts. Please reply with a source for these. Thanks. Steve Michalik

PGC Glider Pilot's Ground School Announcing the annual Philadelphia Glider Council sponsored Glider Pilot's Ground School. Test prep for private and commercial ratings; refresher for an upcoming flight review; things to think about for the experienced pilot. Session 1 - January 12 - 9:00 am -...

These guys are something else in these wing suits. A wing suited guy flies with a glider. A Salto ? http://www.dailymotion.com/related/4634503/video/x2rbfw_wingman-vs-glider-extreme

I am using WinPilot Advanced and wondered if it is possible to mark a thermal waypoint on the fly. Reason I ask is that in a recent contest I flew through a good thermal a few miles from the next turnpoint. I made the turnpoint and thought I had flown back to where the lift was. Checking my igc...

From Europe: ________________________________________________ "On Sun, November 25, 2007 9:31 am, peternarinx wrote: Yesterday, on the airfield of Weelde ( EBWE) in Belgium, Peter Mink reached 1718m AGL with an ASK21 and a Mel winch." "The length of the runway is 3100m including the grass at both...

The on-line election has begun for a new member to a three year term to the US Team Committee. Running are Sam Zimmerman, John Godfrey and Bill Elliot, worthies all. To participate, go to http://adamsfive.com/survey/surveys.php with your SSA member number and select your choices. The voting...