I'm a CFI-g also. The FAA gives requirement reductions for power pilots training for a glider add-on, simply because these pilots have a head start. Someone adding on a rating understands weather, maps, aerodynamics, etc. The more a iation experience and knowledge you have in another class or category increase your abilities to avoid accidents. That's why the FAA gives a reduction in training requirements, and omits taking a written test.

It's laughable that an insurance agency won't do the same.

I have seen well experienced power pilots get the feel of a sailplane almost immediately. Never seen a brand new student who has never flown any form of aviation do that. There is a huge difference.


John, that instrument your looking for is called an altimeter!