This is just a data point for those having problems with OLC files. I last evening I downloaded a 4 hour flight logged at a 4 second intervals. The secure .igc file downloaded in 12 seconds. The VL took 45 seconds to 'calculate the key' before starting the download. The high-speed serial port...

The factory wing wheel for my V2C is having some lateral stability issues. The cuff has the nice feature of allowing the flaperon to move, but after moving the glider even short distances, the wheel cocks badly to one side or another. Does anyone have any suggestions for modifying this design so it...

The Jantar STD use the NN-8 airfoil, is that correct? Does anyone knows the coordinate data for this airfoil? I´m trying to put these data in some CFD code to evaluate the best position for a turbulator. I have data only on the NN7 Mk20 airfoil....They are the same or alike? Thanks

Here is a device that assist with collision avoidance and does not require any cooperation from the other aircraft: http://www.fosterflight.com/ After reading the FAQs, it does not appear it will be readily applicable to gliders since in it's current form, it only is effective in level...

I have purchased a DG303 ACRO here in UT. First thanks to all for the feedback on this plane. I am trying to ensure I cover all bases regarding registration with the goverment agencies. Any input from UT, and other states, pilots would be appreciated. 1) I have the Bill of Sales form, 8051,...

I had a look at it when I started gliding a few months ago but didn't think all the fancy books would help me at that stage. A few months have gone by and I tried to find his website again to buy the Thermals book and a few other interesting ones, including one that I believe was called 'Taming...

I fly glider with an old wortman airfoil, it hates getting wet. Its' sinkrate goes up considerably, and I've even felt the whole glider rumble when flying in rain. At a recent contest I was flying in very weak "survival" conditions and was very happy to find a 1.3 knot thermal. I started...

To All: Any idea where can I buy here in the U.S. a blank instrument panel for Pegase 101A? Thanks, Jacek Kobiesa Washington State

One thing that's new in the OLC this year is tracking of flights by takeoff location. This is a great feature that lets people see results summarized by takeoff location. It's a useful tool for scouting soaring sites, or just seeing how people fly in different places. It is also a critical...

A year or two ago someone said they had seen some software that would pick thermal locations from IGC files and would start to map out thermal "hot spots". The more IGC files the better the data got. Anyone know if this is real and if so where to get the software? Thanks, Gary

There was a flurry of posts in the couple of weeks prior to the Convention about getting podcasts of sessions using cell phones. Can I assume by the silence since then that this did not come to fruition? Thanks, Bullwinkle

Well, now I've done it. I've changed the tail number of my glider, and I'm in the process of getting a new experimental airworthiness certificate. My glider currently is certified as: "Experimental: Exhibition and Air Racing." The DAR (FAA Designated Airworthiness Representative) says that I am...

OK, I already know the answer to this one. But my twin daughters are upset that I've reserved a hotel room at Uvalde for the U.S. Std. Nats in August; they would rather stay in a tent (back off guys, they're both crewing for me and, besides, I'm told this phase will pass as they turn into teenagers...

Is there a web site that allows one to research the history of a particular aircraft, e.g. by registration or serial number? ~ted/2NO

Wondering if anyone has experience towing glider trailers with this? It's a '91 with the 4.0 FI V6, class 3 towing package. Thanks, Ken

Check out this article on CNN.com http://www.cnn.com/2006/TECH/03/30/pilotless.planes.ap/index.html I don't even think it's an April fools joke. Willie

Climbers and Backpackers have lists of the "Top 100 Climbs/Treks in the World". How about a list of the "Top 100 X-CRoutes in the World" with dominant lift types and distances? A very few examples are included below. Obviously, routes may be reversed, multiple flight types are possible (yo-yo's....

Hi guys, After spending some time in Phoenix on a Grob 103, I have started looking for my first glass glider. I am currently looking at an ASW20A and a Standard Cirrus. I know they are quite different. I guess my concerns are the full flying tail on the Cirrus and the flaps on the ASW. Any...

I finally made contact with someone in the Santa Barbara County Assessor's office and they were very helpful. After I identified myself and asked why I had gotten these two forms to fill out, she started checking the records. She very quickly found my data file. It would appear that two people...

Hi, I'm having problems with my iPAQ 5550 running Winpilot Pro, wherein the screen freezes at various times in flight, requiring a soft reset to get it working again. It's driven from a Colibri and Borgelt B50. It occurs especially when a task has been set and the start button is pressed, but it...