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One other item about the alfalfa field near the east hangar – the Ford tractor with the bush hog mower will need to be used, not the Hustler zero turn mowers. Currently, it is out of service awaiting a tire repair.
Best Regards,
John H DeRosaDenny,
We have had quite a few club ship land-outs over the years, I have been on 5+ myself.A required part of every glider pilot’s
training is to take part in assembling or disassembling a glider –
typically during early spring and late fall work. It is important and a very instructive event. No one can know how to do this on every known glider but the types of metal gliders that
we own has a common set of steps, bolts, pins, and types
of connections. We also have the assembly manual for reference.What occurs is that we gather up a bucket of assorted tools, straps, padding, etc. Then a group of members form up a party to go the site of the landing. It most often happens the same day, but once or twice had to wait for the next day. Every time someone had a hitch on their vehicle plus we have every size of adapter/ball in the radio room. If we don’t have the exact trailer for the glider you will be surprised how a “general” trailer can work for the short trip home given enough straps, padding and such. The collective member knowledge is the key element. Plus NOT dropping any parts in the dirt/grass (a blanket helps)!The event may not go quickly, and much sweat will be expended, but every single time the end result is that the glider arrives back at the field. Again, a very instructive event.John H DeRosa==========================On Friday, September 23, 2022 at 02:43:48 PM CDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:
I should mention that the author of this article is Australia and uses phrases that you may not be familiar with.
An example is “SINGLE-WIRE EARTH RETURN LINES” which basically translates to “a thin hard to see electrical wire that you don’t want to run into”.Another is “paddock” which is a fenced off area for livestock (plus rocks, ravines, bulls, trees, etc) that you also don’t want to run into.My rule of thump for landouts is “Land in dirt and you won’t get hurt”! Been there done that several times. Fun!
Best Regards,
John “Dirt” DeRosaJimbob – Thanks to offer to tow.
I’ll be at the airport about 10AM to get things ready for an 11AM launch.John H DeRosa=====On Sunday, September 18, 2022 at 08:54:28 PM CDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:
Reply To: How about Monday From James Slocum, [General Discussion Forum]Please let me know about towing. I’ll plan to be there at 9:00 am if needed.
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About avoiding knots in tow ropes. Knots will degrade the rope’s strength to the point that it might be illegal for us to use.
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-F/part-91/subpart-D/section-91.309
91.309 (a) (3) – The towline used has breaking strength not less than 80 percent of the maximum certificated operating weight of the glider or unpowered ultralight vehicle and not more than twice this operating weight.Best Regards,
John H DeRosaPetr – Thanks for being our photographer for the day.John H DeRosaOn Monday, September 12, 2022 at 07:03:59 AM CDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:
Griffin,
Congratulation on your commercial add-on rating. Another proud moment for Sky Soaring and its membership.Many thanks to all those that helped you on your way to this accomplishment.John H DeRosaPresident, Sky Soaring Glider ClubOn Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 04:00:00 PM CDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:
On Sunday, September 4, 2022 at 07:24:02 PM CDT, SSI <webmaster@skysoaring.com> wrote:
Reminder – L-A-B-O-R Day picnic is this coming Sunday.We will get the grills going at 2PM with the plan to have food ready to eat around 3PM.
See you then!John H DeRosa——————-On Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:26:12 PM CDT, john@derosaweb.com <john@derosaweb.com> wrote:
Please plan on coming out to the club on Sunday September 4th for our traditional LABOR DAY barbecue and picnic. Meat and drinks will be provided.
Please bring along something to share (chips, salads, deserts, etc).
Friends and family are all welcome.
A donation of $6 per person is appreciated.John H DeRosaPresident, Sky Soaring Glider ClubPlease plan on coming out to the club on Sunday September 4th for our traditional LABOR DAY barbecue and picnic. Meat and drinks will be provided.Please bring along something to share (chips, salads, deserts, etc).
Friends and family are all welcome.A donation of $6 per person is appreciated.John H DeRosaPresident, Sky Soaring Glider Club
