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Gamin to .igc format by Chris Davison
Anyone know of any software that will take a downloaded Garmin tracklog and convert it into a .igc file (non secure) so that it can be fed into Seeyou or tasknav etc for viewing and analysis purposes? Thanks Chris
April 29th 04 02:50 AM
by Mike Go to last post
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LX5000 help by Ted Wagner
Is there an FAQ or list of How-To's somewhere for the LX5000? I've RTFM'd, but while the manual gives a decent overview of the user interface, it doesn't go into much detail at all on how to do things like prepare tasks and then use the LX5000 to fly tasks. When I google this I only get references...
April 29th 04 03:27 AM
by ken ward Go to last post
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A thought on BRS by Martin Gregorie
New Scientist just picked up on two cases where Cirrus SR-20 drivers pulled the BRS trick and 5 people came down safely and walked away without injuries. Four in one aircraft and one in another. BRS works: good. That was about the limit of that story. However, I took a look at the Cirrus...
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April 29th 04 06:34 AM
by Roelant van der Bos Go to last post
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Nosy, inqiring minds are curious to know... by Quebec Tango
The story behind why the Blackhawk forced the Fairfield towplane to land on Saturday April 24. -- John Godfrey (QT) mailto:quebectango at adelphia nospamdot net
April 29th 04 01:56 PM
by Quebec Tango Go to last post
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1000K Questions by Brian Iten
When doing 1000K, how many turn points are you allowed during the flight and how far away from the last turn point do you have to be to turn at the next point? I know, hopefully really far but is there a limit? Thanks Brian Iten 17
April 29th 04 02:05 PM
by Denis Go to last post
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Bultman grant (USA) by John H. Campbell
As noted in the April SOARING, the application deadline for SSA's thank you to young ground crews is in a day or two. We only have a couple of applications in hand, so if you know of a deserving candidate at your operation, download an application and send it along by all means. ...
April 29th 04 04:49 PM
by John H. Campbell Go to last post
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opinions on a K13 by Scott Macleman
I am a member of the council for my University gliding club - fairly new compared to most of the people in this forum, but hey i enjoy it. We currently own a K13 aircraft with a (fairly) serviceable trailer. we have been offered an Acro with no trailer, and in order to buy it we will need to sell...
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April 29th 04 05:52 PM
by Michel Talon Go to last post
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Region 5 Sports by samcgiltner
To all that are coming to the Region 5 Sports contest, please consider the following: 1. Read the rules concerning sports class regionals. They are available on the SSA web site. Please download your own hard copy. Please note SSA-Sanctioned Soaring Contest-- pilot requirements What to bring to a...
April 29th 04 08:14 PM
by samcgiltner Go to last post
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Weak link for winch launch - 1-26E??? by Mark Zivley
I looked over the 1-26 pilot's manual that's available for our club's 1-26E, but there is no mention of what strength weak link shall be used for winch launching. Anyone know what this is and where I can find documentation to support it? Mark Remove extra "hot" to reply direct
April 29th 04 11:38 PM
by Walter Kronester Go to last post
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Themi thermal locator by John Jones
Anybody have information on the Themi thermal locator? Check news at www.eglider.org My guess is the device is using GPS position and altitude, along with some math to determine which direction you are currently turning, and then to 'guess' where the thermal core is. The device then lights a...
April 30th 04 04:16 AM
by Mike Borgelt Go to last post
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Garmin 76S question by Carl Buehler
I have owned my 76S for a long time with out any problems until tonight. I have all the latest firmware and software updates. I am using about 20 megs of detailed maps. But lately I have been entering waypoints from SeeYou into MapSource so I can save the waypoints to the 76S. But now I am trying...
April 30th 04 11:06 AM
by Carl Buehler Go to last post
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Grow soaring thru entertainment by John
Added a similar comment when I filled in the SSA soaring survey. Want to grow soaring? Market soaring as low-cost entertainment to generate mass appeal. Develop a commercial gliding site that focuses on giving rides only, quickly and cheaply. Look at all the teenagers spending $5-$15 to ride...
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April 30th 04 05:01 PM
by F.L. Whiteley Go to last post
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Moffat joins the Sugarbush Experience Faculty! by Doug Jacobs
Late breaking news: George Moffat, two time world champion and dean of the American competitive scene will be at Sugarbush during the XC/Racing Experience camp for part of the time. Still spots open for this opportunity to advance your cross-country expertise and get a user-friendly introduction...
April 30th 04 06:50 PM
by Doug Jacobs Go to last post
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1125KM Minden to Steamboat Spgs, CO IGC file available by Gordon Boettger
The April 15 downwind wave flight (IGC file) from Minden, NV to Steamboat Springs, CO can be viewed by visiting: www.gliderforum.com under flights. This flight was completed utilizing wave until western UT and thermals for the remainder of the flight. The flight was conducted under an IFR...
April 30th 04 07:38 PM
by Bill Daniels Go to last post
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New Video Clips To Watch by P.Naton
I have posted a few new online videos you all might be interested in checking out. These clips are in Windows Media 9 format. The link is: http://homepage.mac.com/pnaton/FileSharing17.html Just click the little red download arrows. Clip 1. Famous air show performer Manfred Radius does his...
April 30th 04 11:26 PM
by Shawn Curry Go to last post
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No wonder I'm confused:) by John0714
See http://kohlin.com/air/soar-faq.htm I guess there's soaring, and then there's soaring:)
May 1st 04 07:02 PM
by John0714 Go to last post
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WTB: Winter 2 1/4" altimeter by Greg Arnold
I am looking for a Winter 2 1/4" altimeter in good shape. Must be marked in feet with 1,000' per rotation. I am located in the US. Thanks, Greg Arnold
May 1st 04 07:35 PM
by tango4 Go to last post
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Transporting water to glider by Bill Daniels
I Googled r.a.s and found posts about water beds, truck inner tubes and collapsible plastic cubes from Wal-Mart. The plastic cubes will transport 50 gallons and fit inside my Jeep Grand Cherokee but nothing else will fit and I don't want to unload the Jeep just for this chore. Full 10...
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May 2nd 04 04:52 PM
by Papa3 Go to last post
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South Region 5 Soaring Contest by Clyde Taylor
The South Region V Contest is still planned for June 21-26, 2004 in Cordele. Official Practice Day is Sunday, June 20. This is a six-day contest. We will have a 15 Meter, Standard, and Sport Class. With dry weather in the Southeast, this is shaping up to be a very good soaring season. There are...
May 2nd 04 09:28 PM
by Clyde Taylor Go to last post
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Available to Transport Gliders by Jeff Landfield
I am available to transport gliders and trailers. I am out of school in next week and I have a vehicle of my own to use if needed. I have towed trailers for thousands of miles with no problems. I am available to go anywhere to do the pick up, just to know I am out of Albuquerque. If interested give...
May 3rd 04 01:12 AM
by Jeff Landfield Go to last post
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