Monthly Archives: January 2020
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January 30, 2020
The only way to eliminate risk is not to go flying. Since that's not an option for most of us let's try and mitigate the risk on the ground. Not just today or until you don’t have a problem and forget about it, EVER SINGLE FLIGHT FOREVER.
Fast is Slow and Slow is Fast
If you want to go Fast, slow
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January 23, 2020
I've just gotten back from the STD Class, Lithuanian World Gliding Championships, 2016. It was my worst result ever, I can't remember a time that I was in so many fields. A strange feeling occurred, I'd never doubted my abilities so much, yet when I got back to Australia, I felt the expectation, I should be faster now than I was before...
I outlanded on my first task, on the 2nd glide actually! -
January 16, 2020
Every flight in a glider presents a risk of landing off-airport. You only fly locally, you say? In my club, I know of at least 4 off-airport landings in the last 10 years on flights that intended to stay local.
So, you picked a great field, cleared the wires, approached into the wind and landed uphill. The glider is fine, you are fine. Now what do you do? Or, what are you wishing you had done
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January 09, 2020
The story starts at HWW16, I don't have an Oudie, I don't see the need for it. I made this comment to Steve Jones, he smirked then said around the table of 6, "Who here is a World Champion?", 4 put their hand up. "Who here is a National Champion?", all 6 put their hand up. "Adam, you're in excellent company here. Now who here flies with an Oudie?", all 6 hands went up.
True story. That afternoon,
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January 02, 2020
For many of us, sailplanes represent a pretty significant financial commitment. Whether it’s a Libelle or a brand new Ventus, it makes good sense to protect the condition of your machine. With the cost of a refinish exceeding $20,000 easily, routine buffing and waxing is a great way to take some pride in ownership and maintain your finish. Buffing and waxing annually are recommended for Polyurethane