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The rudder waggle signal does not work by
5Z
On Friday, July 22, 2011 8:14:22 PM UTC-7, Steve Koerner wrote:
The most fundamental problem is that we invented too many towplane
signals. Consider if there were only one signal, then there could
never be this fatal problem of misinterpretation. The signal should
simply be "tow...
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July 23rd 11 06:24 AM
by 5Z
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L 13 A Blaník's can fly again by
StaPo
but only variant L 13 A or equivalent (having reinforced wing spar),
and also when compliant with some additional limitations,
see amended/new EASA AD at http://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2011_0135.pdf/AD_2011-0135_1
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July 22nd 11 07:16 PM
by Bill D
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tow rope brake practice crash, what can we learn... by
5Z
On Thursday, July 21, 2011 9:30:04 PM UTC-7, Ramy wrote:
How many more pilots need to die until the rudder waggle will be
replaced with something more sensible, like a radio call??
And if the glider is on to at a busy GA airport with near constant radio calls by other aircraft? What then?????
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July 22nd 11 06:27 PM
by 5Z
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FAA Accident Report discrepancy. by
Walt Connelly
I have just read the FAA final report for a glider accident with which I am familiar. The original narrative and the report itself contradict each other to some degree. One says the pilot was trying to land on a perpendicular runway, the other on the reciprocal of the original runway on which he...
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WTB ASW 24 by
bds
Looking for a nice ASW 24 preferrably located in the eastern half of the US.
Bruce
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July 21st 11 05:13 PM
by bds
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$80 "Sportscam" from Costco by
Eric Greenwell[_4_]
This looks like everything we hoped the MD-80 "micro cam" units would
be. I haven't bought one yet, but it's tempting, with 2.5 hour recording
time, a real waterproof case, audio and video, various mounts, and so on.
Look for "Swann Sportscam Waterproof Mini Video Camera with Mounts" at
Costco...
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MSL vs. AGL (Again) by
N11rdbird
The MSL/AGL issue has come before the Caesar Creek Soaring Club Board
once again. Not only has the Club been thrown into turmoil again, this
time it has specifically affected our instructors and how to most
effectively teach our students. I am curious if there are other Clubs
or organizations that...
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stab/elevator gap seal question by
Brad[_2_]
I've heard that on some sailplanes, putting a mylar gap seal on the
top surface can cause handling issues. Anyone care to comment on that?
I've added a mylar seal and the safety tape to the top of mine, and it
does indeed add a small step just ahead of the elevator, despite my
best attempts at...
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Tuning a Rainco antenna by
Eric Greenwell[_4_]
I have a Rainco ground station antenna I bought from Graham Thompson
about a millennium ago. The construction is 2' of 1" diameter aluminum
tube at the bottom with a 4' whip on top. The coax attaches at the base.
My problem is it's VSWR at 123.3 is 2.5; at 118.1 it's only 1.5. I'm
assuming it's...
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Trailer by
Roy Dell
Does anyone know where to get a replament Hydraulic jack for lifting the
glider on its trolley.
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Tuning a Rainco antenna by
5Z
On Wednesday, July 20, 2011 5:43:20 AM UTC-7, Andy wrote:
I'm sure that if you open it up there will be a way to adjust the
length without cutting the tip off. I thought I had the same antenna
as you but my sleeve is larger diameter. My measurements a
I looked inside mine a while back...
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July 20th 11 03:44 PM
by 5Z
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Electronic total energy vario by
kd6veb
Hi Gang
The electronic TE vario should be possible to implement with modern
electronics today. I have googled this item but have not been able to
find one. Maybe it doesn't exist for whatever reasons. It would sure
simplify some of the complex TE probe systems that stick out of the
empennages of...
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Club Tow Fee and Dues? by
Randy[_2_]
Good evening,
I was just wondering what other clubs where charging for tows
and dues.I just wanted to see where we are compared to other
clubs.
We have 25 members with 3 gliders and a Pawnee. There are
9 privately owned gliders.
Our dues are $50 per month of which $10 goes for an engine fund.
Our...
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Vario choice: LX1606 or Borgelt B500? by
Ben C
Hi all,
I am looking at replacing my L-nav with either an LX1606 or Borgelt B500 (B800 if released). It will be used with a PNA running XCSoar for glide calculations. I would appreciate peoples opinions on the various merits (or otherwise) of these two instruments.
Regards, Ben Coleman
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Where to place camera in Blanik LET-23 by
bob goodwin
Hello,
I am expected to solo very soon and i would love to have an onboard
view of the event. If anyone is familiar with the cockpit of the L23
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Wurtsboro Region 2 VIDEO by
Warren Cramer
One of our regular pilots here at Wurtsboro put together this very entertaining video of the gridding and launch from several days footage.
on YOUTUBE:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzuvJOF-XS4
on VIMEO:
http://vimeo.com/26403368
Watch in HD on vimeo for best quality.
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July 19th 11 05:54 AM
by RRK
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Oshkosh AirVenture - Need help promoting Soaring (and having fun) by
Dave Nadler
Hi All - I'm again looking for some help at Oshkosh.
(Previously arranged help canceled due to family
emergency). To promote soaring, I'll be exhibiting
my Antares 20E and flying in the show at least one
day. Mostly, this involves standing by the plane,
talking about soaring, moving FAST...
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LP-49 Back In The Air by
Jim Meade
I flew my LP-49 out of Muscatine, IA KMUT Saturday for the first time
in several years. Had some maintenance to do and finally got it all
in shaped. I'm low time with it and still learning how it flies, but
it seems very sweet so far.
There was no lift so I took three sled rides. The first was a...
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