After uploading my latest flight to the OLC, the server told me that the file was invalid due to a large time gap between GPS fixes. Both my secure *.cai and *.igc files show no such gap; it only appears on the OLC trace. I've sent an e-mail to the OLC to see what they think, but I'm curious to...

Colorado Soaring Pilots The Soaring Society of Boulder will be hosting a seminar at 7:00 PM, May 8, 2006 before the regular monthly meeting of the Soaring Society of Boulder. All interested soaring pilots are welcome. The subject will be: A SYSTEM FOR PLANNING AND ANALYZING SOARING FLIGHTS IN...

Here is a device that assist with collision avoidance and does not require any cooperation from the other aircraft: http://www.fosterflight.com/ After reading the FAQs, it does not appear it will be readily applicable to gliders since in it's current form, it only is effective in level...

A couple of years ago someone mentioned on this site a list of maximum efficient speeds based on total weights for the Discus B. I believe this info was from a club in the UK. I got a copy of that data, but didn't back it up. A fried hard drive on a new computer toasted it. Can anyone lead me to...

We've had a number of people write to say they lived too far away to come join us for Spare Ribs with Joe tomorrow, but if you've flown with him, send me a short email at Soar Minden ) and I'll read it to him or give it to him tomorrow. You're missing a good time if you...

Caesar Creek Soaring Club has added the 18 Meter Class for this contest on 18 through 23 June 2006 with June 17 as a practice day. There are only 17 spots left so register now to ensure a position. Details can be found on our website - www.soarccsc.com. Rolf Hegele Contest...

I would like to hear from anybody, other than those that were there last year or have already contacted me, who might be planning on joining the Boise gang at Mackay during the first two weeks of August. There is a capacity limit and I need to know what the numbers are. Contact me directly...

-- Just Curious

Website: www.adirondacksoaring.com (click on glider contest) Adirondack Soaring is planning on hosting the 2006 Region 3 Soaring Contest at the Floyd Bennett Memorial - Warren County Airport, in Glens Falls, New York. This is a new site for Region 3 and we are exited about the potential it will...

Dear Colorado Gliders, You are invited to Gavin Wills' seminar at NCAR's Mesa Laboratory on May 20, 7 pm. You can find directions he http://eo.ucar.edu/visit/ directions.html. Gavin's visit is being hosted by the Soaring Society of Boulder (http://soarboulder.org/index.html). Gavin is a...

I have purchased a DG303 ACRO here in UT. First thanks to all for the feedback on this plane. I am trying to ensure I cover all bases regarding registration with the goverment agencies. Any input from UT, and other states, pilots would be appreciated. 1) I have the Bill of Sales form, 8051,...

I live in a fairly busy area, airplane wise. Just last weekend I spotted a single engine plane coming more or less straight at me at my altitude. I quickly banked to 1) get out of the way and 2) be more visible to the approaching airplane. I didn't notice any reaction so I don't know if he saw...

Dittel Radio FSG50 Works Great. Just the Radio, No Mic, No PTT $300.00 Verticle Compass Card PAI-700 Perfect! Dash Mount or Panel Mount $180 or trade for PZL Compass. Thanks, Jerz (619) 507-3687

I am in the market for a first glass ship and both these gliders are available locally and at my target price range. I would appreciate any feedback concerning the relative pros and cons of each.

Has anyone (independent of the Schleicher factory) developed a polar for the ASW 20BL? My efforts to find one have not been fruitful. Any help would be appreciated.. Paul

I was talking to an ex AG pilot who had kept a Pawnee D model for himself when he sold his business to a big operator .His wife is on his case re his expensive toy sitting in the hanger. This Pawnee has been completely rebuilt, new rear end, wings completly stripped and ribs replaced new D nose and...

Hi All I am looking to buy a second Cambridge GPS-NAV 20 in the US. Ken (KP)

Where can I find the corkscrew type stake? Websites? Thanks.

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If you look at the OLC scores from yesterday (1 May) you will see 1050, 945, and 800 KM flights out of Moriarty NM on the first of May. The Albuquerque Soaring club blows the competition away every year in the OLC because of consistant year-round soaring with wave in the winter and great thermals...