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Good understanding of thermal production and locations, wind layers and flows, convergence and air-masses. Choosing the good option and flying in the right direction
The conscious decision to be more or less conservative based on observation and situations.
The ability to locate, track and climb well in thermals both alone and in a large gaggle
Minimising the impact of stress or anxiety to reduce distraction
Correct use of available technology to enhance performance.
Correct setup and operation of glider and harness to maximize the equipments’ potential
Confidence in your ability to make and execute decisions and in doing so perform well.
Brian, Barb, Phil and Chris,Thanks very much for the course this weekend. Your advice, support and skill has lead to what I hope is a big step in my progression and something that with hindsight, I had underestimated the importance of.I’ve been reviewing my footage, and on the last tow I managed 10 stalls and two spins at the top of the box.I went from sloppy, physically demanding, all over the shop, stalls, to clean entries and exits that involved little or no ‘sorting out’ (aka; twisted reverse spirals).Probably most importantly, I’ve developed a new level of respect for my wing and harness, that I think will make me safer into the future.Forecast tomorrow looks excellent!
Performance risk management, tactical risk versus reward
Recognising and acting on the need to alter one’s behavior or course of action to achieve different outcomes or goals.
The ability to launch in a variety of conditions, getting into the air when required.
Recognising when the current decision process could introduce life threatening consequences
Imminent events
Alpine Thermalling and XC
An introduction to thermalling and initial XC around the Bright mountains and valleys
When: Fri February 28 - Mon March 2
Where: Bright, Victoria, Australia
Flatlands XC Safari clinic
Guided XC clinic across the NSW plains
When: Sat March 7 - Sun March 8
Where: Conargo, NSW, Australia
Flatlands tow endorsement and thermalling clinic
Learn how to tow launch and combine this with some thermalling and initial flatlands XC
The authentic tow experience
The authentic tow experience
When: Sat March 7 - Sun March 8
Where: Conargo, NSW, Australia
Alpine tow endorsement
This clinic delivers all the requirements for a tow endorsement Pilots will have the opportunity to fly Mystic during the clinic
When: Sat March 14
Where: Bright, Victoria, Australia
PG2 to PG3 development course
An intensive 2 days to take you towards your PG3
When: Sat March 14 - Sun March 15
Where: Bright