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December 31st 12, 11:08 PM
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Some Soaring Questions!
On Monday, December 31, 2012 8:43:15 AM UTC-8, Tony V wrote:
On 12/31/2012 11:09 AM, Richard wrote: 3. Glide ratio is a concern in all area of soaring. Yes, but not necessarily *best* glide ratio - which is almost meaningless. A Pegasus 101A has a best glide of 41:1 and can be had for about US$25000. An LS6-b has a best glide of 40:1 and can be had for about US$40000. So, why pay another $15000 for a glider with the same best glide? One reason is what happens when you go fast (and, in general, nobody flies XC at best glide speed). At 80 knots (about 150 km/h). The Pegasus glide ratio is down to 22:1 while the LS6-b does 29:1 at that speed. I've owned both of these gliders, the Peg in a partnership. :-) Tony V. LS6-b "6N" Really now. Why or how can you compare the same gliders? 
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