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Old February 21st 17, 04:03 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
Dan Marotta
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Default Flight following for sailplane XC flights?

Well, I did it on a couple of repositioning flights, but those were
powered flights where I could hold a heading and altitude. I really
don't think Big Brother really wants to be watching over you while you
have a good time bouncing around the sky.

On 2/20/2017 10:14 PM, Paul Villinski wrote:
Does anyone ever request flight following during long cross-country flights, in order to have ATC provide separation and keep an eye out? Or is this a ridiculous idea, especially given that you'd have to keep listening all afternoon? Would controllers provide radar service, or just have a good laugh? Just curious....


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Dan, 5J