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What is
Soaring?
You may
already have an interest in aviation but perhaps you have not yet
discovered the joy and excitement of soaring. If this is the case,
let us share with you our enthusiasm for what we regard as the
ultimate sport.
Soaring is often referred to as flying gliders as well as motor less flight. Gliders use naturally occurring atmospheric phenomena, called "LIFT", to gain altitude and stay aloft. The beauty of the earth quietly moves beneath as you soar across the countryside. Often we share the bright blue sky with beautiful birds such as the hawk. Mans' dream of soaring like an eagle can be accomplished. Soaring is one of the safest, most economical, challenging and rewarding forms of flight. Soaring frequently offers the chance to remain aloft for many hours and travel hundreds of miles without creating a sound. When do we fly? We can fly provided the wind is not too strong, or the clouds too low, and if it’s dry. The best gliding weather comes on warmer, sunny days. The absolutely best days are those with the small cauliflower-shaped clouds (called Cumulus) all over the sky - these clouds are created by the rising air, or thermals which gliders use to gain altitude.How do we get into the aloft? All flights at Piedmont Soaring start with a tow behind the club's Piper Pawnee powered aircraft. This is a much more gentle way to become airborne. The glider is normally towed to about 2,000 to 3,000 feet above the ground. Who flies gliders? Gliding or Soaring is a sport that is enjoyed by thousands of people from all walks of life all around the world. PSS membership includes farmers, mechanics, teenagers, students, salesmen, engineers, a couple of company directors, doctors, retirees, attorneys and several airline captains. Each of us are brought together by a shared love of flying.One final note… Our Club always welcomes visitors, so come have a look round the facilities and watch the flying before you take your first flight. You can email or telephone us first to determine if we are flying is taking. Take a look at the club brochure for additional information. Upon arrival, please check in with the daily operations/duty person who will give you information that will ensure your visit is pleasurable and safe.
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