On Sunday, January 20, 2013 1:44:23 PM UTC-5, Eric Greenwell wrote:
It was a definite disappointment we couldn't get the Saft batteries,

Because of the hazards associated with battery misuse, SAFT will
*only* sell to qualified organizations. Its expensive for them
to qualify an organization and application, so small custom
lots are out of the question...

as they seemed almost ideal for gliders.

Yes, SAFT make some cells that are ideal, hence use in Antares...

Best Regards, Dave