Check
out the gliding blog
for the dates of the next gliding day.
The
(RNZAF) Aviation Sports Club at Whenuapai Airfield
has offered us the use of their gliders and qualified
instructors.
The
club operates two seat gliders, which are towed
to a release height by a powered aircraft. With
a release height of 2000ft cadets can expect a
flight time of 15-20mins, and each flight will
include instruction suitable to the cadets training
level.
The
cost of a 2000ft tow is $50, which will be
payable
on the day.
The
Club also offers student membership ($7/yr), which
offers slightly reduced costs, and allows students
to arrange flying directly through the club. You
can download the membership form below.
Download
Membership Form Membership
Form (Word) or Membership
Form (pdf)
Gliding
will be rostered for at least once a month (more
if required). We will put a sign-up list on the
Squadron notice-board and cadets can put their
names down for a slot. We anticipate being able
to have 12 cadets fly at each session; 8:30 –
12 noon. You can download the map below.
Download
Map Map
for access to Gliding Club (Note:
access is not through the main Base gate)
Please
note that flight times are variable and we’ll
ask you to be at the club in advance of your likely
flight time, this may mean that you have to wait
for a while.
Please
ensure that the Squadron has your email address
on file so that we can send you notifications,
and watch both the Notice Board and website for
further information.
Contacts
Mr Ken Honeyman, ph 410 0169 or email ken-h@xtra.co.nz
Mr
John Hanson, ph 489 3594 or email thehansons@xtra.co.nz
Gliding
Bookings
A
booking sheet is put up on the notice board
at the HQ. ALL cadets of the Squadron
may put up their names and a contact number
to book a time.
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