FAA - Glider Flying Handbook

FAA - Glider Flying Handbook

• Chapter 01: Gliders and Sailplanes
• Chapter 02: Components and Systems 
• Chapter 03: Aerodynamics of Flight 
• Chapter 04: Flight Instruments 
• Chapter 05: Glider Performance 
• Chapter 06: Preflight and Ground Operations 
• Chapter  07: Launch & Recovery Procedures & Flight Maneuvers
• Chapter 08: Abnormal and Emergency Procedures 
• Chapter 09: Soaring Weather 
• Chapter  10: Soaring Techniques
• Chapter  11: Cross-Country Soaring
• Chapter  12: Towing
• Chapter 13: Human Factors 
• Appendix A: Soaring Safety Foundation (SSF) – Safety Advisory 00-1, Glider Critical Assembly Procedures 
• Glossary and Index

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