Op woensdag 12 september 2018 15:10:06 UTC+2 schreef RuudH: For details see http://adverts.gliderpilot.net/?op=s3&id=15281 Slide show via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaduZ1Dxbm0

In recent discussions on accidents, there seems to be an assumption that a common cause is older pilots losing control - perhaps forgetting after fifty years how to do a coordinated turn. I have long suspected that many accidents may have a medical component resulting from the pilot becoming...

What has been the experience among the readers of this sight with respect to colorless or blue tinted canopies and perception changes. For example, do haze domes look essentially the same? Do crops and ground features appear altered? It was conveyed to me from a reasonably knowledgeable source that...

The LX S8 vario pictured in the link below is for sale. All original cables and accessories are included, they’re brand new and unopened. The vario is in perfect condition and works flawlessly. $1,100, shipping included. This is the full (not ‘Club’ version). Pic:...

Hey, gang, Soon we will be putting an overhauled engine on our Pawnee, and I am wondering if anyone has had experience with or has comments on engine monitoring systems on towplanes. I am thinking a basic system with all 6 cylinders CHT (and EGT?) monitored, a shock cooling warning system, and...

Just downsizing (I'm not retiring or closing) at Marfa, Texas! Photos and more details by e-mail only (no texts / no phone calls) to burtcompton (at) aol (dot) com Offered for sale: 1946 Piper J3 Cub C-85 hp. (Recently restored by a specialist in wooden gliders and Cubs. Grove brake mod, Scott...

New, never used. HAHN-Gasfedern #1259542 Manufacture date 14.05.11 Always stored with with extension rod down to keep seal lubricated. Located in Washington State, USA $50 USD + shipping gmail address = nimbus3mail

The Houston area is having a glider oriented FIRC (Flight Instructor Revalidation Clinic) on 19-20 Jan 2019. More info and to Register https://sites.google.com/site/soaringclubofhouston/overview/2013-firc The SSF clinics are also open to any pilot, not just instructors, who is interested in...

All, Due to Florence, the 2018 R4S contest at New Castle has been slipped by one week. The new dates are Practice 9/22 and 9/23 with competition 9/24 through 9/29. While this undoubtedly means a few won't be able to come, perhaps it fits into your schedule now. Experience the magic of New...

I found a LS-6 near Milwaukee. Can someone recommend someone that can do a pre-buy? Thank you. Marshall

Hi- I've searched the archives of this oft-discussed topic, but am not finding specific answers I'm seeking. If you have good experience or knowledge about the specific issues below, I would much appreciate your insights. 1) Latency with accuracy. What is the quickest vario with accuracy? Are...

Does anyone have knowledge of documented studies showing the efficacy of the strobe light bars which are available to be installed in the leading edges of the vertical stabilizers on gliders? Is there anything beyond anecdotal experience to support their use to improve visibility to other aircraft...

Windhaven Glider Rides in Santa Ynez, California (close to Santa Barbara) is looking for a summer towpilot. Busy ride operation in tourist area. Need someone to tow one to five days during the week. Free lodging. Our planes are a Pawnee and Scout. Contact the owner, Gary Gordon, at...

I have a Clearnav club vario surplus to requirements. It has an analog pointer and comes with ADC, speaker, GPS aerial, on/off switch and can be easily upgraded to the x/c version. It's in excellent condition and ready to go. $1000 usd including freight from New Zealand.

Anyone out there got a Bing fuel pump, as used to be fitted to the Solo 2350, that they are willing to sell? Dave

I have an Oudie 2 used less than 6 times total. Reason: Upgraded to an LxNav8080, so no longer need it. It comes with all included equipment, sans box. $325 OBO.

A short while ago my daughter was considering joining a local Civil Air Patrol chapter, while attending the meetings with her I began to be interested in Gliding. I'm in NJ. If someone could help me with a few basic questions, I'd really appreciate it: 1. What is the average ground speed of a...

http://ywtw.de/igcsimen.html Sure miss this handy app. Other than SeeYou, what do you use to "replay" an IGC file?

Hello, For those that don't know, AMS Flight (www.ams-flight.si) in Slovenia owns the type certificate on the LS4 and LS6 gliders, and has been providing support for them. Unlike DG, they do not require you to pay the "LS Tax". They do not support the LS1, LS3, or LS8. That said, I emailed them...

Are the following links the official source documents for the German and Australian handicap indexes? If not, please advise. German...