INTERESTING SOARING STUFF

Lastest Revision: January 5, 1997

Have you ever wondered what it is the best time of year to fly cross-country, or wave flights, in North America? My book, "Diamond Days in the United States of America and Canada" answers that question on a region by region analysis. Lots of data and many graphs show clear trends. I look forward to adding your big flight to my database!

(The book has been slightly revised for lower cost)

Lastest Revision: January 5, 1996

Aviation Safety is something every pilot needs to practice, think about and study. Here is my rec.aviation.soaring safety FAQ; a collection of various safety articles which I believe any pilot will find useful. I believe these articles are useful because they explain the technical/scientific underpinnings of various safety issues.

Please note that to view the graphic at the intended size the paragraph is 52 mm wide and 35 mm high (top of the word "Tape" to the bottom of the last sentence "seconds to react."). Illustration taken from [Canadian] Aviation Safety Letter (4/85).

Lastest Revision: January 5, 1996

Are you a glider pilot who is constantly on the prowl for new sources of information, interested in aviation history, has a technical interest in soaring, or perhaps has an inventive mind? The rec.aviation.soaring bibliography that I have put together covers a wide range of soaring books and journals in many languages. I am sure you will find something of interest. Maybe you can contribute a few titles or translations!

Lastest Revision: June 2, 1997

For those glider pilots who fly in the United States and require badge or record forms, here is a collection of gifs which capture all the SSA forms. I will attempt to keep them up-to-date, but you must ensure that you are using the correct and current form(s).

To contact me: glider "at" steckner "dot" net