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This section of the BGA web site provides practical information for pilots, club officials, instructors, aircraft owners, inspectors and for anybody actively involved in gliding in the UK.
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Collision avoidance - use of radio
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Effective lookout is the primary means of avoiding collisions and situational awareness can be improved by hearing about the location of others. Pilots flying in the circuit spend a significant part of their lookout time assessing height, position and angle to the landing area. The BGA ‘collision avoidance’ webpage now includes…
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We are pleased to announce that Deeside GC are now a BGA WInG endorsed club! Read more about WInG here.
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Barograph calibration approval
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Flight Recorder calibrations for use in assessing badge and record attempts and during competitions must be carried out by persons approved by the BGA who are using equipment which is also approved by the BGA. You can read more here.
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The BGA is excited about our Promoting Gliding project, an initiative aimed at increasing awareness of gliding! Our goal is to attract more visitors to club websites and local airfields, ultimately welcoming new members into our clubs. Everyone associated with gliding can play a role, and we need YOUR support…
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Temporary admission across the EU border
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Glider owners residing outside the EU or whose equipment is not in free circulation within the EU are politely reminded that customs regulations define the maximum length of stay for aircraft, vehicles, or trailers registered in a non-EU country. For example, as highlighted by our friends at the FFVP, French…
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