Getting started in gliding
Gliding may seem like one of those hobbies that is intended for people with a lot of money, but the truth is that it does not have to be that …
Gliding may seem like one of those hobbies that is intended for people with a lot of money, but the truth is that it does not have to be that …
Gliding has become popular with people who want a simpler alternative to traditional flying. This sport also tends to be far cheaper. People interested in it may want to know …
A glider is basically an aircraft that does not require an engine, and there are several different types. From the simplest paper aeroplane to the latest glider, the principle of …
Some things you just have to take on faith. And, some things you can prove with logic and research. For most, gliders fall somewhere in the middle. Planes and gliders …
With no motor, glider pilots use all the help they can get to stay aloft and keep soaring. Rising air is always a great thing to extend flights and make …
The moment unpowered heavier-than-air flight became possible, generals began finding ways motorless planes could be used during combat. Sleek and stealthy, these gliders helped win the war and restore peace …
Modern aircraft are complicated. It takes years of training and hundreds of hours behind the stick to be comfortable taking a plane into the clouds. Although there are many tools …
Want to soar like a bird with the wind beneath your wings? In a glider, you can. Many aviation experts say it is the most exhilarating and natural flying experience …
It’s one thing to take a leap of faith in a modern glider built from advanced materials and tested designs. It’s quite another to use wood to create a plane …