Interesting gliding
03-13-2013, 05:40 PM
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Interesting gliding
Archaeopteryx Demo-Clip
LOVE the *cat* launch at approx. 3:45
I've never given much thought to gliding before - being more interested in powered flight, but this video as peaked a curiosity.
LOVE the *cat* launch at approx. 3:45
I've never given much thought to gliding before - being more interested in powered flight, but this video as peaked a curiosity.
03-13-2013, 05:53 PM
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You probably know this already, but it's a BIG sport over in the EU (given the cost/regulations of powered aviation there), particularly Germany/Austria (where it looks like this may have been filmed?). It's a lot like surfing...harnessing energy from the earth and bending it to one's enjoyment/use. The few times I have done it I have enjoyed it immensely. Definitely not for those who get motion sickness easily, however (you obviously don't have that problem). If you ever get the opportunity, I highly recommend it, if only for the novelty. Very peaceful, and normally done in locations of spectacular scenery (as seen). 
03-14-2013, 06:34 AM
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