Ground school

[Steven Snyder]

All;

 

I will be conducting an on-line ground school with the purpose of preparing you to pass your Private Glider Knowledge test. Meeting will be available via Zoom and will be on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 till 9:00 beginning on September 6^th and running approximately 17 weeks. The course material will be taken from the Glider Flying Handbook, FAA-H-8083-13a available from the FAA website. Anyone is welcome to join in so feel free to share. Of course, there is no cost to you.

 

Please respond to this email if you have any questions and interest in participating.

Steven Snyder CFI-G

224-628-2871

smsrsnyder@comcast.net

[Rich Walenda]

Hello:

Thanks for the offer. I will occasionally join in to refresh my knowledge. Last winter’s course was fun and educational.

Regards,

Rich

[Barrett Goodwin]

Barrett Goodwin said that he would like to participate.Andrew Goodwin

On Monday, August 7, 2023 at 03:38:54 PM EDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:

[Mike Hurd]

Steve,Please add me to your student list. I’ve also forwarded your class info to Petros, a 14 year-old friend of the family and his mother. Both plan to join the club next Spring. They will contact you directly. Thanks!Mike————————————————————————————————————————

I will be conducting an on-line ground school with the purpose of preparing you to pass your Private Glider Knowledge test. Meeting will be available via Zoom and will be on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 till 9:00 beginning on September 6^th and running approximately 17 weeks. The course material will be taken from the Glider Flying Handbook, FAA-H-8083-13a available from the FAA website. Anyone is welcome to join in so feel free to share. Of course, there is no cost to you.

 

Please respond to this email if you have any questions and interest in participating.

Steven Snyder CFI-G

224-628-2871

[Barrett Goodwin]

If there is a student list please add Barrett goodwin too. His email is: barrettgoodwin@icloud.comThanks,Andrew

On Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 07:53:50 AM EDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:

[Daniel Spencer]

I checked the weather and there’s chance of storms after 1:00pm is anyone flying today (August 8th)

[ANDRZEJ CHICEWICZ]

Yes of course
if not in heaven, then on earth, we use a broom for better stability when we land

On Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 08:57:53 AM CDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:

[ANDRZEJ CHICEWICZ]

IT WILL BE A PLEASURE TO LISTEN TO THE SOFT VOICE OF THE MASTER, I AM IN

andy.

On Monday, August 7, 2023 at 07:58:34 PM CDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:

[Rich Walenda]

Hello:

Thank you for helping the flying community.  Most pilots know that up to 80% of student pilots never move out of that category.

Approximately 60 percent of those who earn a student pilot certificate never earn a higher pilot certificate (e.g., private, recreational, or sport). And many more drop out before ever obtaining a student pilot certificate—placing the overall dropout rate at an estimated 70 to 80 percent.

Anything we can do to help those in the student category get their license is helpful.  Also, for add on pilots a review of the regulations is necessary.  We can get the pass rate higher and must assist our club members in obtaining their sport or private certificates.

Regards,

Rich

[Rich Walenda]

Hello:

A cut and paste from Don Grillo’s previous post on educational materials:

Glider Flight Training Manual by Thomas Knauff.
The most popular, comprehensive glider flight training manual from first flight through license. Includes advanced flight training such as beginning aerobatics, and cross country flying. More than 300 pages. Hard cover. Recommended for all students and licensed glider pilots.
https://www.eglider.org/glider-flight-training-manual.html

 

 

 

Below are links to the FAA handbooks and manuals that are available free to download as pdf files. These manuals can also be purchased online through many pilot supply stores. Search for the best pricing.

 

Student Pilot Guide

Every new student should start with reading this guide. It will give you a good understanding how your flight training will progress. It also contains useful information you will need as a student pilot.

Student Pilot Guide (Change 1)

The Glider Flying Handbook
The Glider Flying Handbook is tailored to everything soaring from aerotows to weather. A must have handbook for every glider pilot and student.
Glider Flying Handbook

The Aeronautical Chart Users Guide

The Aeronautical Chart Users Guide shows and describes the complete legend for Sectional Charts, TAC Charts and WAC charts as well as IFR Charts. You will need to know the Sectional Chart legend for your Private Pilot Glider license.
Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide

AIM

Aeronautical Information Manual

Air Navigation
Aeronautical Lighting and Other Airport Visual Aids
Airspace
Air Traffic Control
Air Traffic Procedures
Emergency Procedures
Safety of Flight
Medical Facts for Pilots
Aeronautical Charts and Related Publications
Aeronautical Information Manual

Pilots Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
This is a complete handbook that contains everything from aerodynamics to weather. A must have handbook to prep you for your exam.

Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25B)

Risk Management Handbook

Risk Management is something every pilot deals with in order to fly safely. This is a good handbook to explain risk management and how to incorporate with aeronautical decision making skills

Risk Management Handbook (Change 1)

Weight & Balance Handbook

Weight and Balance of a glider is critical and every pilot needs to know how w&b effects the flight characteristics of your glider.

Weight & Balance Handbook (FAA-H-8083-1B)

Private Pilot Practical Test Standards for Glider or Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards for Glider 

This guide will show everything that a glider student will need to know for the practical flight exam.

Private Pilot Practical Test Standards for Glider (FAA-S-8081-22)

Federal Aviation Regulations CFR Title 14

Here is a link to the FAR’s. You can download sections as needed.

Current Federal Aviation Regulations

[Steven Snyder]

The first session of the 2023-24 Glider Ground School is tomorrow, 6 September. 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Be sure to read Chapter 1 of the Glider Pilot Handbook. Gliders and Sailplanes.

Pre-quiz.

1. What age is required to solo a glider?
2. What age can you become a Private Pilot, Glider? Commercial Pilot?
3. Name some of the other requirements to become a glider pilot?

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us05web.zoom.us/j/8200352294?pwd=ait3d20wTVVJS3RtTTBHdTM3M3NGUT09

 

 

Steven Snyder, CFI-G

224-62-2871

[Steven Snyder]

13 September. 7:00 PM

Chapter 2 Components and Systems

Designs, parts and operation of your glider.

Pre-test:

1. How does a wing create lift?
2. What are the 3 axes of rotation?
3. Name the primary control surfaces.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us05web.zoom.us/j/8200352294?pwd=ait3d20wTVVJS3RtTTBHdTM3M3NGUT09

Steven Snyder, CFI-G

224-62-2871

[Steven Snyder]

Here is the video used in tonight’s lesson. Enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_a9O6hFOgY&t=17s

Steve

[Steven Snyder]

Ground school is still in session. Perfect time to brush up on your knowledge. This week is Chapter 8, Abnormal and Emergency Operations.

Join Zoom Meeting Wednesday 7:00 PM

https://us05web.zoom.us/j/8200352294?pwd=ait3d20wTVVJS3RtTTBHdTM3M3NGUT09

Steven Snyder, CFI-G

224-62-2871

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