level so that essentially the same classes and class definitions are followed in all countries. Seven glider classes are currently recognised by the FAI...
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are classified by the FAI for competitions into glider competition classes mainly on the basis of span and flaps. A class of ultralight sailplanes, including...
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six classes open to both sexes, plus three classes just for women, and two junior classes (See Glider competition classes). Some competitive classes (Sports...
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competition classes of glider have been defined by the FAI. They are: Standard Class (No flaps, 15 m wing-span, water ballast allowed) 15 metre Class...
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Hang gliding (redirect from Hang glider)
For competitive purposes, there are three classes of hang glider: Class 1 The flexible wing hang glider, having flight controlled by virtue of the shifted...
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The sugar glider (Petaurus breviceps) is a small, omnivorous, arboreal, and nocturnal gliding possum. The common name refers to its predilection for sugary...
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German-Italian Open Class two-seater flapped self-launching glider manufactured by ETA Aircraft. On introduction it was the highest performing glider.[clarification...
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Fixed-wing aircraft (section Glider)
classified by the FAI for competitions into glider competition classes mainly on the basis of wingspan and flaps. A class of ultralight sailplanes, including...
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George B. Moffat Jr. (category American glider pilots)
only two pilots to have won the U.S. national title in all three glider competition classes (Open, Standard and 15-meter). A holder of the Lilienthal Medal...
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radio-controlled glider competitions are regulated by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) although many countries have their own national classes. Hand...
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