Quoting skf1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > Spinning on purpose is like out landing on purpose. > > Why ? > We need to know how to outland safely when things don't go as planned. That doesn't mean this knowledge is wasted on landing back at the home field after a local flight. It is the same with all flying. Learning another skill can be applied across the board. Learning and then remaining proficient in spinning/recovery shouldn't be thought of as an isolated exercise to satisfy currency requirements.
> Why ? We hear this every year during annual checks. Why is that? Could it be that some pilots being checked are not comfortable with being asked to demonstrate an aspect of flight that they are not familiar with? Air forces of the world insist on aerobatic training because it moves the subject pilot out of his comfort zone. It forces him to explore the potential of his aircraft and his own ability. It gives him the confidence to better deal with various emergencies that an otherwise experienced pilot might not be able to call on. Recognising this, I decided to have my daughter spin the Blanik on her third solo flight. I know she was anxious (as was I) but that single flight had her bubbling over with enthusiasm for weeks. More importantly, she was more confident tackling new challenges. Now, if only I could convince more of my trainees. ;) Never mind, I am working on my 3 yo grandson now. Every time we drive to the field he insists he is BIG enough to fly the glider with the big floppy wings. His mother, (my daughter mentioned above) agrees with putting supervised challenges before him too, much like moving out of our comfort zone in soaring. So far he is holding the controls in gliders being pushed back but is looking to move on and I�m thinking about the next challenge for him too. >Spinning is fun - you mean some people _don't_ do spins for fun when they have >excess height :) > >I was delighted to be able to spin a Bocian again in Germany :) > >-Cath If you want to soar cross-country in season, why not help stay proficient, (as opposed to current) during the idle winter months and take regular aerobatic flights, including the very simple spinning manoeuvre. (IAW club rules etc) If you are comfortable with spinning, why not examine the different characteristics, eg to exit on my next line feature, how many degrees of lead do I need. Balancing different aspects of your flying doesn't mean losing abilities like winter thermal techniques. Cath is a competitor � she obviously sees value in spinning exercises. A rounded pilot is a better pilot. Finally, your gliding club needs better utilisation of its resources. More members flying throughout winter improves the clubs bottom line. So keep up the out landing and spin practice in winter. When the cross-country fun starts in the soaring season, you don�t need all that annoying check and training while the club resources are over extended. You are already a proficient pilot. Local soaring interspersed with regular spinning and aerobatics help your club and are a fun way to enjoy winter flying. > > -----Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kittel, > Stephen W (ETSA) > Sent: Monday, 20 September 2004 10:24 AM > To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]'; 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in > Australia.' > Subject: RE: [Aus-soaring] GFA ACM > > > Ah, but some people like to spin and do it on purpose! > > :-) > > Regards > SWK > > -----Original Message----- > From: Allan Armistead > > Snip... > > Surely we are trained to observe the onset of the incipient and take > recovery action with minimum loss of height? > > > ********************************************************************** > This email and any file attachments are confidential and > intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom > they are addressed. > If you have received this email in error please tell us immediately > by return email and delete the document. > The information in this email expresses the opinion of the author > and does not necessarily represent the views of ETSA Utilities. > ********************************************************************** > _______________________________________________ > Aus-soaring mailing list > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > To check or change subscription details, visit: > http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring > > _______________________________________________ > Aus-soaring mailing list > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > To check or change subscription details, visit: > http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring > Best regards, Daryl _____________________________________________ This email (including all attachments) is confidential. 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