A friend reminded me, again, about the films of rookies landing U-2s and not knowing to do with the rudder on roll-out or (in some cases) the need keep the wings level as long as possible. This reminded me that both are things all glider pilots understand and, by extrapolation, to wonder why...

From what I am told there is no love from anyone to video tape the world championship this year in Uvalde. If that's the case, I am very dissapointed. Can anyone who is "in the know" chip in their 2 cents on whether or not something's in the works? I will be thrilled if there is actually someone...

According to the Becker manual, the 4201 Low Voltage warning (blinking of the display) kicks in when the supply voltage drops to 10.5. I'm wondering if anyone has had a reason to independently check this out for accuracy. Reason for the question is that my Becker seems to be indicating low...

Check out this Aviation Week item on drones in the NAS airspace within the $63B FAA Re-authorization bill: http://www.thenewamerican.com/usnews/politics/10807-bill-authorizes-use-of-unmanned-drones-in-us-airspace "..within nine months of the bill’s passage, the FAA is required to submit a plan...

After struggling for 3 weeks to get expensive new instruments working that 3 of us bought from his competitor, Richard solved the problem in less than 10 minutes. The dealer I bought from and both manufactures could not get things working after dozens of emails, photos, calls, videos, and...

We are seeking generous, proactive, safety minded PowerFlarm believers to fund powerflarm rental units for the rental pool to be implemented this soaring season. Portable PowerFlarms are here in the US and available. Over 200 units have been purchased and many are in use with very favorable...

Looking for a used transponder. Thanks, 5U

Today the needle fell off its perch in my CAI-302. It looks like a simple drop or two of super glue would set the world straight. Does anyone know if it's possible to remove the glass to replace the needle without violating the seal on the unit? I've got it out of the panel and will ship it...

I have come across what appears to be a Libelle canopy, minus the frame. It is in very good condition, with the only flaws being cracks about 3/4" or less radiating from two frame mounting holes. My question is, did the 301's and 201's use the same canopy? If not, how do you tell them apart? Who...

Well heck. A typo crept into my "Battery Test" article in the February issue Soaring. So for those checking my math in footnote #1, this is how it should have read; "1A is the nominal current draw at 12Vdc (12W). When the battery voltage drops below 12Vdc, the current draw is lower. ...

Dear Group, I was talking to a paint guy who paints airplanes. He is going to paint my glider in PU or AU (After I do all the prep work of course). He ask if I would like to use a clear coat. Someone else with an aviation background ask if a clear coat would work better than a single stage. I know...

I have a report that recent changes in Seattle's Class B are not reflected in published airspace data (including justsoar.com). The only evidence I can find of a recent change is in the Federal Register which mentions an effective date of Dec...

Yesterday some guys in a small town in Southern Germany made themselves a christmas present: The first flight of the new Quintus-M. http://www.schempp-hirth.com/index.php?id=130&L=1 More pictures he http://www.schempp-hirth.com/index.php?id=220 Merry Christmas from Germany

The Duo ride program will be entering its tenth year in 2012 and seats are available for the Sport National contest in Parowan, UT June 20-28. Cost is the same as 10 years ago: $200/day. Thrill to victory (or agonize in defeat), learn secret swear words, whistling/singing optional at no...

Anyone willing to loan an ASW-20 in exchange for time in a Nimbus 4D? I would like to fly an ASW-20 at Ionia, MI Region 6 North 2012. Please email me if you have an ASW-20 (in or near MI) and you are willing to loan it May 26 - June 2, 2012. In return I'll offer XC time/instruction in a Nimbus 4D...

http://www.newscientist.com/blogs/onepercent/2012/01/new-act-scuppers-lightsquareds.html It looks like Congress and the DOD have ended the threat.

Back in December of 2007, an EB-28 was reported stolen in the U.K. The post stated the trailer was found and the fuselage had been cut in half, with the cockpit and self-launching engine taken by the thieves. I just ran across this...

It was very wet and heavy too! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5VogIQO4xg Boggs

No longer need this excellent and small PCAS as its functions are included in the PowerFlarm I've just installed. IMO, no question the PF is the best answer for practical collision avoidance in gliders. But if for whatever reason you won't be buying one, then this Zaon MRX is the next best thing...

Can the Oudie declare direct to the EW? I know SoaringPilot can!