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SOARING article on camera mounts by Charles Petersen
I recently posted: "Sometime about a year ago, there was an article in SOARING on the subject of camera mounts to facilitate in flight photography. Included were illustrations of 'universal' mounts for wings and a nose cone. I have lost the issue and the article. A young team of students from...
June 25th 05 07:02 AM
by Roger Worden Go to last post
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New Book: "Thermals" / Hertenstein / Bob Wander / Mentor Series by [email protected]
Gliderfolks, There is a new book in the gliding world. Title: "Thermals" Author: Rolf Hertenstein, Ph.D. Editor & Publisher: Bob Wander / Soaring Books / USA / www.bobwander.com Notes by Bob Wander 1. Imagine that a teenager becomes a full-time professional glider flight instructor. He instructs...
June 25th 05 05:34 AM
by COLIN LAMB Go to last post
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Soaring records at Marfa, Texas by [email protected]
Yeehaw! Several Texas state soaring records have been bested - usually within weeks of the previous records as exceptional soaring continues at Marfa in west Texas. Mark Gray, Chris Ruf, Joe Flores, Bruce Fox and Tim Garner all set new records recently. Many FAI soaring badge claims are also...
June 25th 05 04:42 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Wally Scott inducted into TX Hall of Fame by [email protected]
GALVESTON - The Texas Aviation Hall of Fame announced the inductees of the class of 2005. The Hall of Fame honors Texans and Texas corporations that have made outstanding contributions to the development, growth or preservation of aviation. The inductees include: =B7 Wally Scott, a cross-country...
June 25th 05 04:27 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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vp4 ehnav wiring by Iain Evans
I am looking for the wiring detail between the control unit and the lcd display, Its for rose Johnsons ASW19wl, that got vandalised in Spain this year. I think it maybe the same as a VP3, but I know its not the same as the ealy analogue disply vp4, or the VP5. any help would be really...
June 24th 05 05:20 PM
by Iain Evans Go to last post
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Pipistrel Newsletter by NewsGroups
Hello we have just uploaded the latest Pipistrel Motorglider newsletter to the website. Enjoy http://www.mcp.com.au/sinus/newsletters/newsletter-27/newsletter-27.html
June 24th 05 02:13 PM
by NewsGroups Go to last post
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Need panel mount for Delcom Radio by Mark Lenox
If anybody has one of the mounting plates to mount a Delcom radio to a round hole in the instrument panel, I'd like to talk to you about it. I am redoing the panel in my ship, and would like to do a better job mounting the radio. Unfortunately, these have been out of production for awhile,...
June 24th 05 03:31 AM
by ContestID67 Go to last post
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Ventus A and B Wing Root Fairings by [email protected]
The Ventus A and B models really need a good wing root fairing. Schempp-Hirth realized their mistake years ago, and offered a simple aftermarket fiberglass fairing mod kit. I installed mine during the early 80s, and it really helped the low speed performance. I think it may still be possible to...
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June 24th 05 02:13 AM
by Fish Go to last post
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Region 11 -- Air Sailing Sports Class by [email protected]
Can anyone tell me about soaring at this location in general (early July), and about the Region 11 (Sports Class) contest in particular? Is it a regular (annual) thing there, is it well attended, how is the organization? (The SSA contest page does not list a CM or a contest host.) -ted/2NO (if...
June 23rd 05 10:44 PM
by Go Go to last post
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FS: DG 303 Acro - Perfect!!! by [email protected]
Due to lack of time from the owner, there's a DG 303 Acro for sale. The glider is based in Minden (NV) and is in absolute pristine conditions, like new plus all the improvements and accessories, like transponder, solar panels, etc. Also the trailer is like new and with a lot of improvements. This...
June 23rd 05 02:01 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Finding TE "membrane" style compensators? by Paul Adriance
I have a Winter combination Airspeed/Vario/Speed-To-Fly instrument that was designed to use a TE compensator between the capacity line & the pitot line. My assumption is this was a standard type of device prior to the common use of TE probes. Talking to some experienced members of my club...
June 23rd 05 07:56 AM
by Paul Adriance Go to last post
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FS: Duo Discus Turbo - Houston, TX - price reduced by Mark Zivley
Reply to - posted reply-to address has an extra "hot" For sale: 2002 Duo Discus Turbo located in Houston, TX. Excellent condition inside and out. For lots of pics and more details go to: http://pages.sbcglobal.net/mzivley/duo/A%20Duo%20Turbo%20Details.html Mark
June 23rd 05 03:32 AM
by Mark Zivley Go to last post
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Ilec SN10b screen reflections by John Ferguson
I've rcently started to use an SN10b and I'm bothered by reflections from the LCD screen which although is very legible suffers from reflections. Has anyone tried using a PDA screen protector to stop or cut down reflections. I wonder if this would work because the screens are reflective rather than...
June 22nd 05 10:32 PM
by Paul Remde Go to last post
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New Colibri Tips Document by Paul Remde
Hi, I just taken a first stab at a new "Tips" document for new Colibri users. I tried to supplement the manual by pointing out a few subtle points about the Colibri. The document also includes a short list of the items I setup with new Colibris. http://www.cumulus-soaring.com/lx.htm Let me...
June 22nd 05 05:26 AM
by Paul Remde Go to last post
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Wanted: Open Trailer for Schweizer 1-26 by noel56z
I'm in the market for an open trailer for a Schweizer 1-26 or one that would be suitable for modification. Doesn't need to be beautiful only servicable. I live in Connecticut so hopefully something east of the Mississippi. Noel Anderson (203) 592-0129
June 22nd 05 02:26 AM
by noel56z Go to last post
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DR400 consumption figures by Flavio Formosa
Does anyone know what are the average fuel consumption figures of a Robin DR400/180R in towing service? Any help greatly appreciated. Cheers, Flavio
June 21st 05 10:23 PM
by Mike Lindsay Go to last post
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Need glider airspeed indicator by [email protected]
I have a friend with a SGS 1-34 here in southern California who needs a replacement ASI for his ship. Knots or MPH are OK and it needs to fit into a 3 1/8" opening. He's on a linited budget and would like to avoid a new purchase. Any help appreciated. __Mike
June 21st 05 09:57 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Interesting thread in Rec.av.homebuilt about using plywood to formglider by nafod40
Might be worth a gander, to see what they're saying.
June 21st 05 09:41 PM
by Robin Birch Go to last post
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NEW SOARING EXPEDITION IN PATAGONIA by [email protected]
Coomunication from Jean-Marie Clement: =3D=3D NEW SOARING EXPEDITION IN PATAGONIA, NOVEMBER 2055 TO JANUARY 2006 We are pleased to announce that the applications for the next wave flying expedition in Patagonia are open. Flying will start beginning of next November and will end in January, when...
June 21st 05 02:03 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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CFI ASEL to CFIG - Written Test? by [email protected]
Is a written test required for adding glider cat/class to a SubPart H CFI limited to the ASEL cat/class? Thanks
June 21st 05 05:11 AM
by BTIZ Go to last post
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