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- December 03, 2025
Welcome to the first installment of my five-part series on ‘Core Values’ in the gliding environment. I’d like to start with Communication, the foundation upon which every safe flight, successful launch, and effective team interaction is built upon. Before we explore the deeper layers of teamwork and personal excellence, we start here, because great communication is the spark that ignites trust, care,
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- March 20, 2024
Experiencing an inflight emergency or a near miss while in your glider can be a harrowing ordeal, it’ll likely trigger the startle effect. The startle effect, which is also known as the startle response or the sudden onset of intense fear, can significantly impair a pilot's ability to effectively respond to the situation at hand. Understanding the startle effect and knowing how to mitigate its impact