Beginning Gliding (Flying and Gliding)

Beginning Gliding (Flying and Gliding)

by Derek Piggott (Author)

Synopsis

This manual is intended for budding and improving glider pilots and as a resource for gliding instructors. It views the whole process from the perspective of a beginner tackling all the difficulties and concerns experienced by them head on, including the fundamentals of gliding, how to learn them and how they should be taught. It includes a new chapter on soaring.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
Edition: 3
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 31 May 2002

ISBN 10: 0713663529
ISBN 13: 9780713663525

Author Bio
Derek Piggott MBE spent 30 years as the Chief Instructor at the Lasham Gliding Centre, and has, over the years, introduced thousands of people to the joys of silent flight. He is a keen instructor and continues to be an active competitor in gliding competitions.