Glider Flying Handbook
Glider Flying Handbook

Author: Federal Aviation Administration

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.

Published: 2007-07

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1602390614

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For both certified glider pilots and students attempting certification in the glider category, this is an unparalleled...

Beginning Gliding
Beginning Gliding

Author: Derek Piggott

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 223

ISBN-13: 9780713663525

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This manual is intended for budding and improving glider pilots and as a resource for gliding instructors. It views the whole process from the perspective of a beginner tackling all the difficulties and concerns experienced by them head on, including the fundamentals of gliding, how to learn them and how they should be taught. It includes a new chapter on soaring.

Gliding
Gliding

Author: Steve Longland

Publisher: Crowood

Published: 2012-08-01

Total Pages: 267

ISBN-13: 1847974449

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Gliding is for everyone who has ever dreamt of riding the air currents with the view stretching to the horizon, and with barely a sound to disturb the moment. Written by an experienced instructor, this book guides you through the first steps to realising that dream, and goes on to explore the many opportunities offered by this compelling and existing sport.

Understanding Gliding
Understanding Gliding

Author: Derek Piggott

Publisher: A & C Black

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9780713643435

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Now in its third, updated edition, Understanding Gliding has become one of gliding's classic works. Piggott demonstrates that the basic priciples are not in fact complex, and he answers many of the common questions which are asked by new pilots.

The Handbook of Glider Aerobatics
The Handbook of Glider Aerobatics

Author: Peter Mallinson

Publisher: Crowood Press UK

Published: 1999-11-28

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781840371109

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Gain a clear understanding of the important aspects that are essential for safe and successful aerobatic glider flying. For use in conjunction with aerobatic instruction, this volume deals with safety considerations, flight envelopes, and glider design. Describes in general terms how to fly commonly encountered maneuvers, from standard level aerobatics to advanced flying. Includes a step-by-step guide to construction flight envelopes for various gliders.