On Jun 25, 6:06*pm, Fred wrote:
How do these aircraft compare as far as ease of learning to fly it?
Any unusual traits that a new pilot should be wary of?

Fred

1-26 is easy, safe glider for new pilots as long as proper briefing
about
the differences between the glider they trained dual in and the 1-26
are covered.
These include.
Increased pitch sensitivity vs 2-33(the most likely trainer from which
someone will transition
to 1-26. Rest forearm on thigh and fly with wrist action.
Reduced clearance under the nose. A demonstration on the ground of
tailwheel contact, then skid contact
shows this.
View out of the cockpit has wing in a new place so scan in pattern is
a little different.
Pilots must demonstrate proper recovery from turn stalls and incipient
spins.
We put our students in the 1-26 after about 6-10 solo flights in the
2-33.
It is a fun ship and a good glider to learn a lot in.
UH