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Escape of the Birdmen
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Was the BAR carried by paratroopers or just glider troops?
I would assume by the glider and infantry troops. All photos I have seen of American paratroops are carrying the M1 Carbine.
Who was the American General killed in a glider crash landing in his jeep on D Day?
If you are referring to the movie Saving Private Ryan the glider scene is based off of true events in which Brigadier General Amend was killed due to security precautions weighing down the glider causing a violent landing.
How many Americans were on the beach during d-day?
Approximately 40,000 American troops were actually on the beaches. A further 30,000 landed by parachute and glider.
How does a glider become airborne?
During World War 2, most military gliders were pulled into the air and to their point of release by another powered airplane. Modern sports gliders also use this method. The Wright Brothers launched their glider using a Tower and a falling weight. I think I have read about early "barn stormers' in the 1930's who launched aircraft with something like a bungee rope. There there is the easy way; push the glider down a steep hill that has a wind blowing into the glider.
Who created the first glider that successfully took a man into the air?
george cayley
How can a sugar glider escape danger?
by gliding on sugar
Why can't you keep a sugar glider as a pet?
Because it could escape!
What are the features of Dutailier gliders?
Dutailier glider offer most a normal glider won't offer, that is advanced blade therapy, pre-sharpened blades, rejuvenated blade counterparts, and a long-lasting shave.
What was the name of the war movie set in alps where they built a glider to escape?
'The Colditz Story' 1955 , which was based upon a true story .
Was the BAR carried by paratroopers or just glider troops?
I would assume by the glider and infantry troops. All photos I have seen of American paratroops are carrying the M1 Carbine.
Who has the best Results on which homemade airplane design flies the best?
Try Omniwing.com. It has great instructions for a long-distance glider. Link: http://www.omniwing.com/index.html
What are the release dates for Silent Wings The American Glider Pilots of World War II - 2007?
Silent Wings The American Glider Pilots of World War II - 2007 was released on: USA: 20 March 2007 (DVD premiere)
How can a glider snake use his gliding abilites for its oun use?
If you're talking about the 'flying snake' Chrysopelea - It uses it gliding ability to escape predators.
How much does a glider weigh?
It depends if it is a model glider or a manned glider.
Who was the American General killed in a glider crash landing in his jeep on D Day?
If you are referring to the movie Saving Private Ryan the glider scene is based off of true events in which Brigadier General Amend was killed due to security precautions weighing down the glider causing a violent landing.
Are sugar gliders the only type of gliders?
No: There are actually six different species of glider found in Australia. They include:Yellow-bellied Glider - Petaurus australisSugar Glider - Petaurus brevicepsSquirrel Glider - Petaurus phalangerGreater Glider - Petaurioides volansFeathertail Glider - Acrobates pygmaeusMahogany Glider - Petaurus gracilis
How does a sugar glider escape danger?
they glide, they rear up and make their arms strech out , which in turn makes them look bigger, and crab. Very effective I might say.
