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What is the name for the convection currents used by glider pilots to gain height?
They are called THERMALS. Check out http://www.gliding.co.uk/whatisgliding/soaring.htm for detailed information about these and other sources of lift used in soaring sailplanes (gliders).
Why can glider pilots gain height by flying over a large plowed field?
Glider pilots gain altitude by circling over a large plowed field because a plowed area gives off heat. Heat rises so the glider takes advantage of that to gain altitude.
Can anyone fly a glider?
Only qualified Glider pilots and trainees under instruction.
How many pilots are there in the UK?
In 2010 there were 21,063 civil aircraft registered, and about 28,000 Private Pilots, and 10,000 certified glider pilots.
Arnhem is there a list of glider pilots that were killed at arnhem?
Roll of Honour!!
Calm area where warm air rises?
A calm area where warm air rises is known as a thermal. This occurs when the ground is heated by the sun, causing the air above it to warm and rise. Thermals are commonly experienced by glider pilots as a source of lift for soaring.
What glider infantry units were involved in the battle of the bulge?
I know that the 439th Troop Carrier Group was involved. My father was one of the glider pilots.
How does a cliff face warmed by the sun help glider pilots?
Cliffs warmed by the sun are good for glider pilots because it keeps them up. This happens with a process called thermal radiation. This is when the heat from the sun energy radiates. Thermal Radiation can also be heat from the sun bouncing off something, because the heat that bounces off that thing is thermally radiating through the air. This process can also happen with glider piloting. When the heat from the sun bounces on a cliff, it warms the cliff. This heat then bounces off it and creates a draft. The draft radiates in the air until it reaches the glider pilot and it then keeps the glider pilot up. This is why glider pilots have to be near a cliff or mountain to stay in the air. If they didn't do this or this process wasn't done. Eventually the glider pilot will fall and will be severely injured. So this process is really important for all things not just glider pilots.
What is the point of glider?
A glider is a type of aircraft designed to fly without an engine, relying on the principles of aerodynamics and thermals to gain lift and travel. Its primary purpose is to demonstrate efficient flight, often used in recreational soaring, training pilots, and conducting scientific research. Gliders can also help in studying weather patterns and air currents, making them valuable in both aviation and meteorological contexts. Additionally, they serve as a cost-effective way to experience flight with minimal environmental impact.
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)
Is there a List of british glider pilots at arnhem?
http://www.pegasusarchive.org/arnhem/award_dfm.htmmy Grandad was Cyril Twiggs...
Where on a glider is the red light found?
The red navigation light on a glider is typically located on the left wingtip. This light helps other pilots see the glider and determine its orientation and direction of travel, especially in low light or nighttime conditions.
