[Aus-soaring] TE Probe with 6mm fin fitting

2015-10-26 Thread Caleb White
Hi folks, Does anyone have one of the above surplus please? I think LS gliders generally have the smaller 6mm TE fitting (most other ships are 8mm). I'd like the Diamant to beep in the up bits Many thanks, Caleb gliderdri...@gmail.com ___

Re: [Aus-soaring] Blast from the past

2015-09-04 Thread Caleb White
That would be the Standard Austria SH1 (VH-GUN, comp ID 7) with friends. Aero. nothing like the HQ, trust me. Cheers, Caleb On 04/09/2015, at 4:14 PM, Nelson Handcock wrote: > Back in the day, the HQ was apparently advertised as having a "jet-smooth" > ride. > >

Re: [Aus-soaring] Merry Christmas

2015-02-04 Thread Caleb White
Good luck Rob, Where are you flying from? Thanks, Caleb On 04/02/2015, at 7:56 PM, Rob Duffy rvdu...@bigpond.net.au wrote: Hi Bernard, A few of us are planning a big one 1000k+ task this coming Sunday - cloud base 16,000' above the freezing level. Is it ok to put 20% antifreeze in the

Re: [Aus-soaring] Motor Gliders

2009-05-02 Thread Caleb White
Could say the same about batteries; they totally ruined the sport. On 02/05/2009, at 7:14 PM, JR wrote: Dreamers JR - Original Message - From: D S Baker To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. Sent: Saturday, May 02, 2009 6:42 PM Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Motor

Re: [Aus-soaring] Maiden Flight of ASH 31 Mi.

2009-04-22 Thread Caleb White
Chris - have you been told today? On 22/04/2009, at 7:59 PM, Christopher Mc Donnell wrote: Hi Patch, Don't you always say Ruth is priceless. Anyway, are the two crew on offer Gen X or Gen Y. i.e. half work or no work ;-) - Original Message - From: Patching To: Discussion of

Re: [Aus-soaring] Maiden Flight of ASH 31 Mi.

2009-04-22 Thread Caleb White
Tom will buy your dictionary. On 22/04/2009, at 9:14 PM, Tom van Blaricum wrote: Ian, You might as well through in those wooden gliders as well, they might raise an extra couple of hundred From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-

Re: [Aus-soaring] Bordertown Easter

2009-04-14 Thread Caleb White
Happy days! Brilliant long weekend of extended local flying and many new achievements for those that attended. Thankyou to everyone who was part of it and made it the sensational time that it was, especially the local Bordertown boys! Objective achieved - maximum fun was had. I have

Re: [Aus-soaring] Soaring Australia

2009-03-18 Thread Caleb White
Very trying. On 19/03/2009, at 2:18 PM, Patching wrote: I'm trying. IanP - Original Message - From: Anne Elliott To: Aus-soaring Sent: Thursday, March 19, 2009 9:28 AM Subject: [Aus-soaring] Soaring Australia A reminder to all that articles for the May edition of Soaring Australia

[Aus-soaring] For Sale: Foka 5R

2008-06-16 Thread Caleb White
Hi folks, Please excuse the advertisement but my Dad's much loved and unique Foka 5R is for sale. Unlike the standard Foka 5 she has been modified (many years ago - all approved); the skid was removed and a (R)etractable main wheel fitted. 2320 hours total time - very good condition. The

Re: [Aus-soaring] Diesel fuel considerations

2008-05-13 Thread Caleb White
...or Darwinian -Original Message- From: D S Baker [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Wed, 14 May 2008 10:17:26 +0930 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Diesel fuel considerations Someone used acetone the other

Re: [Aus-soaring] illegal use of sailplane

2008-04-27 Thread Caleb White
JR, it was that much fun - it couldn't possibly have been legal! On 27/04/2008, at 10:36 PM, JR wrote: It has been brought to my attention, that Boomerang VH-GTR has apparently been taken and flown by persons other than the traditional owners. It is alleged that an elderly chap and a young

Re: [Aus-soaring] Sideslip landing

2008-04-14 Thread Caleb White
I suspect the article was: Is the ASW-12 for everyone? by George Worthington On 15/04/2008, at 10:56 AM, Catherine Conway wrote: I think I read an article by the gentleman in question in an old US Soaring magazine. -Cath On 15/04/2008, at 8:01 AM, Tim Shirley wrote: Back in about

Re: [Aus-soaring] Extremely BORING flying related stuff

2008-04-06 Thread Caleb White
Great day at Bacchus, good lift under Cu from 10am lasting til late. Base gradually rising from 2500 to 4500. All three clubs operating, some pilots ventured out west while others made the most of pleasant local soaring with the anticipation of lean thermal times ahead. Cheers, Caleb

Re: [Aus-soaring] Gliding at Stanwell Park - 1930s-style

2008-03-16 Thread Caleb White
While JR plays the (insert noun of your choice here) On 16/03/2008, at 6:04 PM, JR wrote: Thanks Mitch that was great next week Patch is going to teach us how to play the flute, and Caleb is showing us how to build box girder bridges. regards JR - Original Message - From:

Re: [Aus-soaring] Gliding at Stanwell Park - 1930s-style

2008-03-16 Thread Caleb White
Another bad habit of yours JR. On 16/03/2008, at 7:54 PM, JR wrote: only if they are real nouns, not like the penguins you were trying to pass off as nouns last time. JR - Original Message - From: Caleb White [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring

[Aus-soaring] VW3SG

2007-12-03 Thread Caleb White
Does anyone have a .pdf manual for a VW3SG? (Or hard copy) Many thanks, Caleb ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring

Re: [Aus-soaring] NSW State Comps

2007-11-21 Thread Caleb White
Ok, I think we are all capable of putting our foot in it as well as saying things that sometimes we regret. Can we focus on the positive aspects of the sport please? On 21/11/2007, at 9:32 PM, Paul Bart wrote: On 21/11/2007, Adam Woolley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Haha, I was waiting or

Re: [Aus-soaring] Gliders wanted for MultiClass Nationals

2007-09-24 Thread Caleb White
It's not all about the wing loading (although generally it helps). Having a light glider with feel can count for alot when things are marginal (or when things are good). I.e. spend less time turning if you can feel you way along the best path to get to the next thermal. -Original

Re: [Aus-soaring] Pee Bag Absorbent

2007-09-15 Thread Caleb White
Thank you JR for another insight into your world. On 16/09/2007, at 3:28 PM, JR wrote: Why not just use the entire nappy, you could be blissfully flying ,peeing, and crapping all t the same time ( scene from dirty rotten scoundrels ) do you mind if I go to the bathroom !! JR - Original

Re: [Aus-soaring] Fw: DG Flugzeugbau - Newsletter No. 107

2007-08-30 Thread Caleb White
Rotate the wheel immediately in front of the driver in an anti-clockwise direction. -Original Message- From: Graeme Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Fri, 31 Aug 2007 10:05:19

[Aus-soaring] Australian Junior Gliding Club

2007-08-08 Thread Caleb White
in a unique position to make. Thank you to all the supporters of JoeyGlide and the junior movement thus far, we look forward to further strengthening our relationships as the AJGC evolves. All the best, Caleb White AJGC VP ___ Aus-soaring mailing

Re: [Aus-soaring] My round-tuit list

2007-08-07 Thread Caleb White
www.youtube.com -Original Message- From: Catherine Conway [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Wed, 8 Aug 2007 11:54:23 +0930 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] My round-tuit list OK where can I get a plastic

Re: [Aus-soaring] Stormy landing

2007-07-01 Thread Caleb White
According to my map it's about 8 mm, but be careful as your map might be of a different scale. -Original Message- From: Patching [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2007 13:30:31 +1000 Subject:

[Aus-soaring] Dreamliner Photos

2007-06-27 Thread Caleb White
Photos of fully assembled 787 on the way to the paint shop: http://www.airliners.net/discussions/general_aviation/read.main/3478111/ -Original Message- From: Mark Newton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net

Re: [Aus-soaring] PROMOTING GLIDING

2007-06-27 Thread Caleb White
Perhaps we need an IQ test for this list? -Original Message- From: Geoff Kidd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2007 18:08:36 +1000 Subject: [Aus-soaring] PROMOTING GLIDING RH posted

Re: [Aus-soaring] PROMOTING GLIDING

2007-06-27 Thread Caleb White
are low, they will still be able to use it. regards JR - Original Message - From: Caleb White [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Sent: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 6:06 PM Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] PROMOTING GLIDING Perhaps we need an IQ test for this list

Re: [Aus-soaring] the magazine

2007-06-17 Thread Caleb White
Top idea Ian. -Original Message- From: Ian McPhee [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2007 09:17:01 +1000 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] the magazine Can I suggest the over runs

Re: [Aus-soaring] VSU was: Sporting Licences

2007-06-07 Thread Caleb White
There is more to doing business in the 'market' than just 'value for money'. -Original Message- From: Mike Borgelt [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Tom Wilksch [EMAIL PROTECTED], Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Fri, 08 Jun 2007

Re: [Aus-soaring] Wave soaring at Stonefield

2007-06-03 Thread Caleb White
Don't worry Cath, you're in good company! -Original Message- From: Catherine Conway [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon, 4 Jun 2007 08:26:40 +0930 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Wave soaring at Stonefield

Re: [Aus-soaring] cable break

2007-05-29 Thread Caleb White
Sorry John; I tend to agree with Tom. That was my first though too, it took a long time to get to nose down and then when it was lowered it wasn't really far enough (considering the additional energy loss from the initial hesitation). Just my 2c. Cheers, Caleb -Original Message-

Re: [Aus-soaring] Seeking fabric cement...

2007-05-28 Thread Caleb White
Could be worth getting in touch with the gliding museum as they really get into their covering. Contact details here: http://www.gfa.org.au/museum/index.php Cheers, Caleb -Original Message- From: Dennis Medlow [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon, 28 May

Re: [Aus-soaring] Seeking fabric cement...

2007-05-28 Thread Caleb White
Also a small chance that AVIALL may have some in stock. I'd definitely try to get it locally (i.e. with in Aus) before going to Aircraft Spruce (shipping of dangerous goods etc.) -Original Message- From: Dennis Medlow [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon,

Re: [Aus-soaring] Gliding Clubs in Queensland

2007-05-27 Thread Caleb White
If you can fly a Concrete Swan you can fly just about any two seater… -Original Message- From: Peter Stephenson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 28 May 2007 13:08:48 +1000

Re: [Aus-soaring] [Aus-soaring Mark 1 vario

2007-05-22 Thread Caleb White
Does someone have to separate you two? -Original Message- From: JR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Tue, 22 May 2007 19:02:24 +0930 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] [Aus-soaring Mark 1 vario Geez Patch, I'm

Re:[Aus-soaring] Late model gliders to display at GFA AGM Melbourne.

2007-05-18 Thread Caleb White
Careful - fun detected. -Original Message- From: Christopher Mc Donnell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Fri, 18 May 2007 19:26:48 +0930 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Late model gliders to display at GFA

Re: [Aus-soaring] Sinha deturbulators

2007-05-17 Thread Caleb White
Bargain Bruce! See: http://sinhatech.com/SinhaFCSD-Availability-Aircraft.asp Especially since 60+18% is a big number. Cheers, Caleb -Original Message- From: Bruce Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net

Re: [Aus-soaring] Think I'm in Love!

2007-05-13 Thread Caleb White
…tell him he’s dreaming. -Original Message- From: Adam Woolley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Sun, 13 May 2007 17:16:50 +1000 Subject: [Aus-soaring] Think I'm in Love! Ok, Ok, another gliding video (I can hear some say, jeezz, do we have to have every

Re: [Aus-soaring] D2C

2007-05-09 Thread Caleb White
What's wrong with a mechanical winter? It's a bit sad if that is enough to take away the enjoyment of a flight in such an ethereal glider. Are we all getting a little spoiled? Caleb Feeling privileged just to fly a Kookaburra All, I flew the 18m D2 on te weekend and wanted to convey my

Re: [Aus-soaring] GFA Pilot Training System

2007-04-29 Thread Caleb White
So you admit it then? (Apologies if the previous statement can in any way interpreted as 'having fun'). Caleb KPST -Original Message- From: JR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date:

Re: [Aus-soaring] New GFA pilot training system

2007-04-27 Thread Caleb White
h... -Original Message- From: McLean Richard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Fri, 27 Apr 2007 21:02:19 +1000 (EST) Subject: [Aus-soaring] New GFA pilot training system On the GFA website now: http://www.gfa.org.au/ops/training.php There's obviously a

Re: [Aus-soaring] Winch launches

2007-04-25 Thread Caleb White
Or actually learn to thermal at a height below 1500'? -Original Message- From: Stuart Welsby [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Thu, 26 Apr 2007 08:31:26 +1000 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Winch launches Or

Re: [Aus-soaring] Moving east.

2007-04-24 Thread Caleb White
So the tow bar will be full on this trip? Bugger. Caleb Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team -Original Message- From: Don Woodward [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Tue, 24 Apr 2007 21:24:21 +0900

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] Them were the days

2007-04-23 Thread Caleb White
Correct JR, there are eight (8) As in MTE. -Original Message- From: JR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon, 23 Apr 2007 17:36:25 +0930 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Them were the days Hey Patch, I

Re: [Aus-soaring] Pipcher K-4?

2007-04-17 Thread Caleb White
. On 17/04/2007, at 7:57 AM, Caleb White wrote: That's actually one of the more tasteful K-4 motor conversions I've seen photos of. ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] Tost wheel brakes

2007-03-28 Thread Caleb White
You realise this means the end of the horse drawn Zeppelin! Or at least those cursed with ineffective hoof brakes. -Original Message- From: Mark Newton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Wed, 28 Mar 2007

Re: [Aus-soaring] Re: Discus A For Sale

2007-03-11 Thread Caleb White
How much for the just the registration GLE? -Original Message- From: Bruce Campbell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Tue, 6 Mar 2007 17:38:45 +1100 Subject: [Aus-soaring] Re: Discus A For Sale Sorry, forgot to add the hours. For Immediate Sale Discus A

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] Lak dealer in Australia?

2007-02-28 Thread Caleb White
Nothin' like keeping the cards close to the chest. -Original Message- From: Robert Hart [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2007 17:47:30 +1000 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Lak dealer in

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] Are there any more broken bones out there

2007-02-15 Thread Caleb White
'Great' not just 'Good'. -Original Message- From: Patching [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2007 08:36:06 +1100 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Are there any more broken bones out there Now thats

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] Determining experience levels

2007-02-13 Thread Caleb White
So you admit it then? -Original Message- From: JR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Tue, 13 Feb 2007 17:52:04 +1030 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Determining experience levels I still do JR - Original

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] Male v Female In gliding: is it sexist?

2007-02-08 Thread Caleb White
So you admit it then? -Original Message- From: JR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2007 17:00:48 +1030 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Male v Female In gliding: is it sexist? You realise this

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] JR is rolling in cash!

2007-01-16 Thread Caleb White
So you admit it then? -Original Message- From: JR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2007 22:19:56 +1030 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] JR is rolling in cash! Dont tell anyone Mitch, this is

Re: [Aus-soaring] Inspection of glider following possible overspeed/overload

2006-08-02 Thread Caleb White
Hi Ben, Was the glider fitted with a g-meter? If so, are the pilots able to recall what it was reading? Cheers, Caleb Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team -Original Message- From: Coleman, Ben \(RTCA\) [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.

Re: [Aus-soaring] Bent up wing outer panels

2006-06-20 Thread Caleb White
Hi Folks, I think this discussion needs some clarification as to what is referred to as a ‘kink’. Are we referring the stepped taper (when viewed in plan form from above) as the ‘kinks’? In which case we are discussing the desire to achieve an elliptical plan form (with the intent of achieving

Re: [Aus-soaring] Bent up wing outer panels

2006-06-20 Thread Caleb White
a decided wing kink as well. Just goes to proove the everything stays the same, it just gets refined a little. See ya, I'm off to see the Worlds Fastest Indian. IP KPST - Original Message - From: Caleb White [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Sent

Re: RE: [Aus-soaring] GPS errors!

2006-06-13 Thread Caleb White
? If so are there any pictures? Would like to see. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Caleb White Sent: Tuesday, 13 June 2006 2:11 PM To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] GPS errors! Hi all, GPS going down won't

Re: [Aus-soaring] GPS errors!

2006-06-12 Thread Caleb White
Hi all, GPS going down won’t change much for the Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team. We don’t use GPS because: 1.Installing GPS would double the cost of the glider. 2.If we knew how far we had to go we would never attempt it in the first place. 3.We have not yet found a manufacturer that is

[Aus-soaring] Enough!

2006-06-05 Thread Caleb White
All, I'm sure I'm not the only who thinks that this has gone on long enough. It's about time that we all go and get a life (myself included) before someone else makes this same suggestion. After all, we all have more similarities than differences in opinions, we all love soaring. Gliding has

Re: RE: [Aus-soaring] WC team

2006-06-04 Thread Caleb White
Dav, I do not think it appropriate that you extend your views regarding the consumption of alcohol on to others. Further, I did not see the relevance to present discussion. As (young) adults it is our choice. Flying was certainly only part of the reason that many of us attended the

Re: RE: [Aus-soaring] WC team

2006-06-04 Thread Caleb White
Dav, I disagree that an entirely negative example was set. Night-time activities around the bar acted as a pressure valve for pilots after each day’s responsibilities, intense concentration and stress had been lifted. We are all human. I’m disappointed that you did not mention the excellent

Re: [Aus-soaring] What the?!

2006-05-09 Thread Caleb White
Adam, would you prefer a photograph of a young bloke in an old glider instead of an old bloke in a young glider? Caleb Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team -Original Message- From: Christopher Mc Donnell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Tom Wilksch [EMAIL PROTECTED], Discussion of issues relating to

Re: [Aus-soaring] What the?!

2006-05-09 Thread Caleb White
I completely disagree; the hat is not flannel. Caleb Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team -Original Message- From: Adam Woolley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Tue, 09 May 2006 22:45:25 +1000 Subject: [Aus-soaring] What the?! This is crazy. This months

[Aus-soaring] Kookaburra GNY

2006-05-08 Thread Caleb White
Hi Folks, Does any one out there in aus-soaring know the location/fate of Kookaburra Mk. IV GNY, serial number 71, last registered to Maryborough District Soaring? Many thanks, Caleb White Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team ___ Aus-soaring

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] Kingfisher

2006-04-12 Thread Caleb White
Already added. That's an easy one. 'Kooka 45' is serial number 72, it's rego is GNZ. Currently owned by Gary Crowley and Caleb White. Told you it was easy! Cheers, Caleb kPST -Original Message- From: Christopher Mc Donnell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] Kingfisher

2006-04-12 Thread Caleb White
a racing number of 45. Sorta like a nursing home regatta with those electric thingos they ride round on. Can you remember the rego Kevin as I think Caleb White of KPST might like to add it to his info if he does not already have it. Thanks Chris McDonnell - Original Message

[Aus-soaring] 747 Water Bomber

2006-04-10 Thread Caleb White
Hi Folks, Apologies as this is not really related to gliding but well worth a look! Not sure how they cope with the c of g shift. http://www.evergreenaviation.com/supertanker/gallery.html Cheers, Caleb KPST ___ Aus-soaring mailing list

Re: [Aus-soaring] Trailer for ASH 26E

2006-03-20 Thread Caleb White
Wow - The Kookaburra has a single piece wing as well! Suggest you try mounting it flat above the fuselage, although you will need to be careful of trees and when entering/exiting petrol stations! Caleb KPST -Original Message- From: Future Aviation Pty. Ltd. [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

RE: [Aus-soaring] sportavia

2006-02-26 Thread Caleb White
I don't think that it's fair to analyse the economics of a commercial full-time training operation on a cost per flight basis (package options also exist). I believe Terry is correct. If you can train uninterrupted for a full week the number of hours/flights to solo would be significantly less

Re: [Aus-soaring] metric guess

2006-02-20 Thread Caleb White
...the nut behind the wheel? -Original Message- From: Wayne Carter [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2006 12:22:00 +1100 Subject: [Aus-soaring] metric guess Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2006 10:27:25 +1030 From: Christopher Mc Donnell [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Aus-soaring] Wanted, Racing Class.

2006-02-14 Thread Caleb White
...Mosquito for sale at Gawler: $27000 ...Scorpion 304s 15/18 with interchangeable wingtips: less than $100k. ...Telling the CFI where to go on aus-soaring: Priceless! KPST (about to have an EGM to discuss conditions of membership) -Original Message- From: Patching [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[Aus-soaring] Jantar for Sale

2006-02-13 Thread Caleb White
Hi Folks, I offered to pass this on to aus-soaring for some friends that unfortunately missed the last issue of AG (the performance is too high for me to even consider). For Sale: JANTAR SZD41A Total time just over 800 hrs. Nil accident history. Pollard trailer, full covers, tow out gear.

Re: [Aus-soaring] XCsoar on an Aero1550

2006-02-01 Thread Caleb White
...and if anyone has figured out how to write on those fancy new waxed maps assistance would be greatly appreciated... KPST -Original Message- From: Tom Wilksch [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Wed, 1

[Aus-soaring] Wood is Good!

2005-12-15 Thread Caleb White
and smell of the older ships made this a very simple decision. Wood ships these days cost around about as much as an all singing all dancing flight computer and have a significantly better L/D! Caleb White, Proud Kookaburra and Super Goose Owner/Driver -Original Message- From: Coleman, Ben

Re: [Aus-soaring] Obsessed...

2005-09-07 Thread Caleb White
No, your obsessed when you can pick the turnpoints from 35,000 ft. -Original Message- From: Adam and Dave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Thu, 08 Sep 2005 14:03:10 +1000 Subject: [Aus-soaring] Obsessed... You know your obsessed with gliding when: You catch

Re: [Aus-soaring] Discus Pins

2005-09-04 Thread Caleb White
Before too many more people become concerned - please confirm which pins you mean... -Original Message- From: Mike Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon, 05 Sep 2005 12:35:31 +1000 Subject: [Aus-soaring] Discus Pins G'day All, Took my Discus b for a

Re: [Aus-soaring] Wheel needed

2005-08-24 Thread Caleb White
One word: Patching -Original Message- From: Christopher Mc Donnell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2005 08:39:51 +0930 Subject: [Aus-soaring] Wheel needed I am looking for a wheel as used on the production Boomerangs and ES KA6's. If there is

Re: [Aus-soaring] superbright LEDs

2005-07-07 Thread Caleb White
A certain orange (or yellow) glider got around for a while with a half disco ball mounted just aft of the canopy… Have you found that mod. to be effective JR? Caleb KPST -Original Message- From: Emilis Prelgauskas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in

Re: [Aus-soaring] Jantar std 2 left wing

2005-06-28 Thread Caleb White
Life would be much simpler if we built gliders with symmetrical sections and top and bottom surface brakes… Caleb KPST -Original Message- From: Derek Ruddock [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon, 27

Re: [Aus-soaring] Fresh Air

2005-05-05 Thread Caleb White
Hi JR, Shouldn't it be the YWPST? I hope your looking after her! Caleb KPST, SGPST (Super Goose Precision Soarting Team), once member of the YWPST. -Original Message- From: JR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.

Re: RE: [Aus-soaring] Aerodynamic Effects of Vinyl Lettering

2005-04-18 Thread Caleb White
Doesn't seem to affect the short wing... -Original Message- From: Roger Druce [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2005 01:30:08 +1000 Subject: RE: [Aus-soaring] Aerodynamic Effects of Vinyl

Re: RE: [Aus-soaring] Kooka Trim

2005-04-06 Thread Caleb White
- From: Caleb White [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Sent: Wednesday, 6 April 2005 1:49 PM Subject: [Aus-soaring] Kooka Trim Hi Chris, The trim is on the left just below the cockpit frame, a rod and ball type arrangement, the rod continues aft for the person

Re: Re: [Aus-soaring] World Class Glider

2005-04-05 Thread Caleb White
But there is a World Class Two-Seater! It's called a shortwing Kookaburra... Caleb Kooka 45 KPST -Original Message- From: Robert Hart [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Soaring in Australia. aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Wed, 06 Apr 2005 12:14:50 +1000 Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] World

[Aus-soaring] Targeting Youth

2005-03-23 Thread Caleb White
institutions to integrate gliding into subject and degree programs. Additional scope is provided by the concept of starting a club or sporting society with support of the a student union. Cheers, Caleb White GNZ Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team -Original Message- From: Peter Creswick [EMAIL

Re: [Aus-soaring] movie

2005-02-20 Thread Caleb White
That sound's like the one and only Dawn Flight! The bloke's bed is the best bit... Caleb Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net Date: Mon, 21 Feb 2005 17:40:54 +1100 Subject: [Aus-soaring] movie Some years

[Aus-soaring] Securing Gliders in Argentina

2005-02-17 Thread Caleb White
fitted to the clear vision panel! I guess he didnt want anyone else stealing his records Safe Flying! Caleb White Proud shirt wearing member of the Kookaburra Precision Soaring Team! ___ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net