Soaring
Some articles and information on soaring and gliders with tips, techniques and how to instructions.
Competition glider classes (FAI)
Written by Sigmund
Competition Gliding Classes
These are the various competition gliding classes as defined by the FAI (Fédération Aéronautique Internationale):
Gimli Glider
Written by Cliff
Many of you have probably read about the 'Gimli Glider'. Even so it still makes for interesting reading!
If a Boeing 767 runs out of fuel at 41,000 feet, what do you have? Answer: A 132 ton glider with a sink rate of over 2000 fpm and marginally enough hydraulic pressure to control the ailerons, elevator, and rudder. Put veteran pilots Bob Pearson and cool_as_a_cucumber Maurice Quintal in the in the cockpit and you've got the unbelievable but true story of Air Canada Flight 143known ever since as the Gimli Glider.