We all are on a lookout for a good ideas to improve a state of affairs in a World of Soaring. While surfing the net, I came upon some new idea from Poland . It caught my eye as a pretty simple and possibly effective way to increase the treasure chest of any national gliding organization...including...

The Midland Gliding Club (UK) still launches, when conditions are suitable, by catapulting gliders from our west facing ridge. Are we the only dinosaurs left on the planet? We are curious to find out if any other clubs still have this facility, how often it is used and when was the last time.

HelloIn a couple of weeks I hope to transition from a 180 HP Super Cub to our clubs only Piper Pawnee. Would just like a heads up from you guys on a couple of things.Are there specific things to look for?How does she handle?Any tips on flying her?How about strong crosswinds?Like I said just looking...

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChaffeeSoaring/ On your way out to Parowan or if you want to experience the Central Colordado Rockies...the commercial operation is continuing for the season based out of Salida. Most recomended to call ahead, there is a commercial rated tow pilot available most of...

Transponder for sale Garmin GTX327 Transponder plus ACK350 encoder with mounting tray and connector kit. 4.5 yrs old Fully digital http://www.garmin.com/products/gtx327/ 550 pounds $1250 US ono email

Dear All, After I have installed my VP9 in the Mini Nimbus from my old glider, I had a serious problem with the VP9E. My problem is that after installing the VP9 from my old glider into Mini, the VP9 does not producing, just a very low level (you almost can not hear anything) vario sound. All...

I have posted a review of this 2006 DVD to my club's blog: http://ncsa-buzzard.blogspot.com/2007/03/german-support-aircraft-gliders.html Johan Larson http://ncsa-buzzard.blogspot.com

Hello Now I have some news on the winglet issue. Go here http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Pik20/message/80 for more info. Matts

I am looking for a source for a special kind of tape that I saw used on another glider. I don't know the generic name, but this tape is applied somewhat permanently to both surfaces that will receive normal gap sealing tape. I'll call it "anti-damage tape". The stuff I saw was 1/4" wide, very...

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Was only used for one season and only for a few flights. Currently part of a self contained battery powered unit but it would be a simple task to remove it and place it into your instrument panel. Price dropped to $700 (OBO). See http://geocities.com/jhderosa Thanks.

Some time ago, I had a post here on r.a.s. asking about soaring sites in the Lakes District in the U.K.. Big change in plans, we are now going to Scotland in July instead. My initial enquiry to a specific soaring site there was left unanswered, so here I go again: where does one go for a possible...

2007 Air Sailing Cross Country Camp (21st annual), June 3-8 at Air Sailing Gliderport, Reno, NV USA. This 6-day camp (Sunday afternoon through Friday) offers a safe and comfortable introduction to cross-country soaring suitable for beginning and intermediate cross-country pilots. Days begin with...

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I need tow pilots...so do the other nearby glider operators. A full time CFI is needed. Business is growing and we need help. We operate year round and PAY our pilots. IF you can do so...encourage your friends who might want to work in the soaring business to get some training. Some soaring sites...

I have posted a trivia challenge on my club's blog. I gave the members first crack at solving it, but no one has succeeded yet. Hence the wider invitation... http://ncsa-buzzard.blogspot.com/2007/03/challenge.html Johan Larson

If anyone would have an old working e box for a DG (not the Ducati boxs) I would like to buy it. Tom Stowers 775 782-4944

Just a reminder that the Class C CAS is now active in UK above FL195. Also of note are the TEMORARY RESERVED AREAS (TRA) which cover extensive areas of the UK FIR and allow military traffic to operate above FL195 displacing the Class C when active. Most of Scotland and much of the east coast...

Guys, this is what we all need in our gliders. forget those clunky gel cells or solar panels. Drink up! http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/08/0818_050818_urinebattery.html

March 24, 2007 Back in the Saddle with RESCO. Region 12 Spring Safety & Training Seminar, Cal Tech Bldg. 51, Pasadena, CA. 8:30 to 4:30 pm. http://www.caltech.edu/map/ $60 -- lunch included for reserved seats. Dean Carswell, SSA Master Instructor