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tow vehicles? by Stephen Coan
What do you think is the best tow vehicle for a single place glass sailplane? What is the smallest vehicle one can safely tow with?
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May 12th 20 11:34 PM
by Tom BravoMike Go to last post
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National Parachute for sale by Vsoars
National Parachute Model#425B SN N4263, MFD: June 1998 Always kept in temperature and humidity controlled storage when not in use. Last repacked date: 7/18/18 $375 + shipping
May 12th 20 04:32 PM
by Vsoars Go to last post
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From DrDan Johnson -- a clear essay on how Covid-19 is spread by danlj
This isn't about soaring, but it would affect our activity at the airfield to read and act on this. It's factual, with examples, and is actionable. https://www.erinbromage.com/post/the-risks-know-them-avoid-them (My son sent me this link. It's an excellent, fact-based description of how it...
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May 12th 20 03:09 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Covid good for records by John Foster
On Sunday, May 10, 2020 at 8:36:36 AM UTC-6, wrote: Folks, this pandemic issue has been terrible for the nation, the economy, and has shut down most all contests. But since record flying is the only show left in town, maybe we will see more folks pursuing state, regional...
May 11th 20 09:09 PM
by Martin Gregorie[_6_] Go to last post
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Boy Who Flew With Condors - Dick Johnson? Other Comments by ContestID67
I finally got around to watching this 1967 movie which I bought on eBay more than a month ago. It was surprisingly well done. Not that Walt ever put out a bad product, his production values were always top notch. However, when the popular media shows soaring, I often see realism and accuracy go...
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May 11th 20 08:16 PM
by Simonsanspaul Go to last post
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Tasman Varios for Two Place Sailplanes by Tom Watson
Tidewater Soaring Society has for sale the Tasman V1000 vario, RDV50 backseat repeater, and the PK312 backup power pack. $300 the set. 804-399-tree tree fife six.
May 11th 20 05:45 PM
by Tom Watson Go to last post
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Which 18m FES sailplane to buy? by [email protected]
I'm considering the purchase of an 18m FES equipped sailplane, and would like to hear thoughts and opinions about the various options available. I'm seeking a cross country machine with long legs and a highly reliable sustainer. An 18m FES sailplane should fit that requirement nicely. I'm a...
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May 11th 20 04:33 PM
by kinsell Go to last post
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Minnesota Downwind Dash! by Tony[_5_]
Barry Yeager and Dick Andrews launched this morning at 10 AM (10 AM!!!) from Fairbault. They are about to cross I-80 in Iowa as of 12:30. They are flying Barry's Arcus M. My understanding is the goal is 750km just east of St Louis which ought to be good for a multiplace distance to declared goal...
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May 10th 20 08:35 PM
by JC Go to last post
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Glider zoom meeting background by soaringjac
Want to be inside the cockpit flying when on a zoom call? You can use this background of my Astir (I know). You can always make your own for your glider. Makes it look like you are in the cockpit flying during the video conference call....
May 10th 20 12:36 AM
by IADPE Go to last post
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Hisense A5 e-Ing phone by [email protected]
Hi, Has anyone run TopHat on one if those? Or anything else like xcsoar etc.. S
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May 9th 20 05:03 PM
by waremark Go to last post
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Strong Para-Cushion 305 by ASM
I have a brand new, never used Strong Enterprises Para-cushion 305 cross country parachute that I would like to sell. I cannot fit into cockpit of any of my aircraft’s while wearing this chute and that's the reason I need to replace it either with Mini/ Micro Softie or National 360. If someone...
May 9th 20 06:41 AM
by ASM Go to last post
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2 Attachment(s) Favorite Aviation Documentaries by [email protected]
The Miracle of KA114 (documentary on the first Mosquito out of AvSpecs.) One Six Right (about Van Nuys airport) Mark
May 9th 20 03:35 AM
by Ventus_a Go to last post
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SSA Sailplane Tracker by MNLou
The SSA Sailplane Tracker seems to be working on an iPad but not on a PC computer. Any idea how to get it to work on a PC? Thanks - Lou
May 8th 20 07:46 PM
by MNLou Go to last post
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OLC/ Open Distance meet Odessa Tx? by Nick Kennedy[_3_]
Hey all I've always been intrigued by Wally Scott and Co and all the open distance flights they did. Would pilots be interested in having a meet at Odessa or ? and have a OLC contest and then when the stars aligned go for it downwind? What do you guys think? I'd sure like to do 700-800+...
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May 8th 20 06:19 PM
by Tony[_5_] Go to last post
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Rigger Information by cdeerinck
I am looking at getting an electric rigger for a DG-800S 15/18m. Currently, I am aware of two on the market IMI (Wings and Wheels) and SoaringXX (Cumulus). Can anyone advise on the differences between the two? Are there any others out there that I should be checking out? Does anyone have a used one...
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May 8th 20 09:18 AM
by David Salmon[_3_] Go to last post
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Favorite Aviation Documentaries by [email protected]
On Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 5:25:29 PM UTC-4, John DeRosa OHM Ω http://aviation.derosaweb.net wrote: Far too many to choose from. Here are a few; Wright Brothers' Flying Machine (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpRFSpCuaDU) Legendary DC-3...
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Google Earth Pro changes by [email protected]
Bummer! Bummer! Bummer! Darn you Google! The current GEP no longer lets user locate by coordinates. Seems Google has also removed the feature allowing map rotation and tilt view. These were a very useful XC/contest soaring features. Is there some other like mapping software a "broke brother"...
May 8th 20 12:17 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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V2 Google Earth Pro changes by [email protected]
Bummer! Bummer! Bummer! Darn you Google! The current GEP no longer lets user locate a point by coordinates. This was perfect for cataloging waypoints. Seems Google has also removed the feature allowing map rotation and tilt view. These were a very useful XC/contest soaring features. Again,...
May 7th 20 08:33 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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May 7th 20 07:04 PM
by Nick Kennedy[_3_] Go to last post
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Flarm picking up my transponder by Rob Cluxton[_2_]
I apologize in advance if this has been discussed befo My PowerFlarm core (LX9000) is picking up my Mode-S transponder as traffic about a mile out, same altitude. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance, Rob Cluxton 4D
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May 7th 20 12:17 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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