Wingtips for PW-5

Originally Posted by Vsoars

On Jun 9, 7:09*pm, "
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In response to the question, the PW 5 is not a “lightly built” ship.
Oran Nicks developed plans to build a PW 5 with extension winglets.
Nicks was a highly respected aeronautical engineer, instrumental in
the design of the space shuttle and was the US representative in the
selection of the PW 5 as the World Class glider. According to his
calculations, the structural integrity of this sturdy ship could
easily allow for the extensions. He home-built a PW 5 and was working
to encourage others to do so. Not only would it have both the “class-
legal” tips and the 15 meter tips, it could be stored in a
conventional garage (without winglets), thus avoiding the cost of a
hanger and long trailer. The goal was low cost gliding for those who
don’t want to spend a huge sum of money. I hope someone will pursue
this great idea.

His technical determination strongly support our opinion of this glider. We have seen so many "hard landings on PW-5's ... not-so-ideal takeoffs ... etc .. And they are still intact serving new and experience pilots with unmatched level of flexibility. And taking about assembly ... - quick and simple with only wing stand needed. Can't bit that. Reflecting on current trend we may let go reaming "metal" in our club and just rest on PW-5's as a solely one "intermediate" - "fun" fliers.
Looking around for wintips design/manufacturer .. we are puting together list of possible "takers"... in hope that documented interest will generate SOLUTION ;-)

KiloCharlie ...

PS..// yesterday .. "flat day" in Midwest ... Longest flights were ... DG400, Jantar Std and PW5 !!! (me at controls) .. ;-) .. were DG300 landed out and most of "glass" counted some 30 min mediocere flights ;-) .. go figure ..//