I am seeking information and opinions about this aircraft particularly from the owners. Any information would be appreciated. -- Danny Russell remove nada from canada to email me directly

The Blanik has a 350 x 135 tire. Apparently the company that used to make an inner tube to fit this tire has stopped doing so. The local Blanik operator has been told that the appropriate tube is 500 x 5. In the last week, there have been 3 flat tires on the Blanik. Each time, there was a 1-2"...

I received an email from the FAA the other day concerning the normal revision process for the Commercial Pilot Glider Practical Test Standards. Here is your chance to influence the regulator and make your pitch for what should be added, deleted or expanded in the current flight test. Make your...

If you're interested in an ELT you can keep with you or attached to your parachute irregardless of what you need to have in your glider take a look at: Retails for $400+ new - excellent...

Hi, Website : http://www.planeur.net/champs/ If you have any pictures : please send ! Regards, Frederic www.planeur.net

The Pito in my Twin Astir is blocked. The glider was stored for 6 monthes. Perfect befor - totaly blocked after. The blockage is between rear seat to the tail. I'v tried to blow / suck as hard as can without any air movments. It is imposible to insert a wire from the pito at the tail - probbaly...

Browsing through the SH website, I found a new AD for Ventus equipped with automatic control hook ups. AD Doc @ http://www.schempp-hirth.com/tmdocs/349-30-1352.pdf TN Doc @ http://www.schempp-hirth.com/tmdocs/349-30-1356.pdf Regards KO

Anne Kienhofer reports ............... 28.9.05The dreaded front passed through yesterday night after a very hot and extremely windy Monday. Yesterday morning the wind came strongly from the South and it was winterly cold. There was a briefing in the morning and general consensus: No task would be...

Hello guys, we're just published the latest newsletter on the Pipistrel Taurus aircraft which is just been released and is in serial production. The link to the newsletter follows below, enjoy. Michael Coates http://www.mcp.com.au/sinus/newsletters/newsletter-30/newsletter-30.html

The Soaring Safety Foundation (safety affiliate of the SSA) will conduct a CFIG Refresher Clinic in Etowah, Tennessee, on Saturday October 22 and Sunday 23 2005. Clinic Hours: Saturday: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM Sunday: 8 AM to 5 PM. You need not be a CFI-Glider to attend; all are welcome. Tuition...

Hi all, I am a newly minted private pilot and I really want to try this soaring thing (and possibly even get a glider rating.) I live in NYC and fly out of Caldwell, NJ (CDW). Being a proud owner of a composite airplane (Diamond Star) I am hoping to take my introductory ride and further training...

If the Astir is at all like the Grob 103 twin II the pitot tube is probably a straight copper tube. Use some heavy duty safety wire to poke through the insect debris that is probably blocking the aft part. Disconnect the pitot tubing from the front and back seat instruments and add some water to...

If the Astir is at all like the Grob 103 twin II the pitot tube is probably a straight copper tube. Use some heavy duty safety wire to poke through the insect debris that is probably blocking the aft part. Disconnect the pitot tubing from the front and back seat instruments and add some water to...

Anyone flown with Soar Minden lately? When does the fall wave get going? Gary

Does anyone have an address to purchase the Segelflug (German) Soaring Calendar for 2006?

Does anyone have any experience with EMFO covers for sailplanes. I would be interested in how they compare with the ones made by Jaxida. http://www.emfo.se/show.asp?meny=eng_meny.asp&sida=eng_products.asp

Excellent small crew vehicle. 97000 miles, original owner, all service records, very good condition inside and out. V6 engine, 20+ MPG on the highway, air conditioner. Sleeps four, pop-up top, propane stove and heater, propane/battery/120VAC refrigerator, sink, outside shower, fresh and gray...

I have been exploring the potential of the mountains along the Wasatch Front of Utah for ridge and wave flying for several years. I posted a note several years ago about some of my early experiences (Ridge running the Wasatch, R.A.S. Oct 9, 2001). Since that time I have flown the ridges of the...

Does anyone out there now of the whereabouts of a pair of 16.6 wingtip extensions for sale. I have a Ventus B and would like to stay up longer in our generally weak conditions. David Wright

Was wondering if someone in Germany might have the latest inside info on production. (possibly a few being produced now?) I see it has done well in a few contests this year. Thanks.