THE FEATURE STORIES IN THE JANUARY ISSUE OF GLIDING INTERNATIONAL
The January issue goes in the mail on December 20
Many will get their copy before Christmas.
An in depth examination of the best 18 metre self-launching sailplane.
Best because for performance it is the cheapest on the market.
The Electric Winch¹ is now a reality and available for early
delivery.
The Chairman of European Air Sports says Gliding has to accept that
(EASA) European Aviation Safety Authority is here to stay and we had better
get used to it.
An all-electric tow plane to first fly this month. Battery power now
available to keep it flying for two hours without a re-charge.
Boeing Company announces a major break through in solar cell technology.
A jump to 41.5% conversion rate coming to a hardware store near you.
The best address (lecture) we have ever read on the problems of the
sport, the problems with competitions and the stupidity of the class
structure.
The history of the Swift - (the sailplane accident we covered in depth
and with series photos last issue). A report from the
designer/manufacturer.
Club Blanik owners are pleading for some support and help from IGC and
OSTIV.
Unique radio controlled model sailplane with 13.5 metre wingspan. Yes
13.5 m!
A report on the German Sailplane Convention at Ulm (Southern Germany).
Big change in governance of the sport in Germany.
Two reports with suggestions for unique gliding holidays in Europe.
The best new training aid we have seen in a long time and it will only
cost your club $200.00
List of Schleichers 2010 successes. Impressive!
History says it was possible to soar 10,000 miles non stop in
pre-historic times.
New source of cheap instruments.
Analysis of training methods and costs. Aerotow versus winching.
U.S. Navy acknowledges that there is a collision risk between U.A.V.¹s
and gliders.
Plus an additional 40 other stories covering the world soaring scene and
aviation items of interest for glider pilots. You will enjoy reading this
section.
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