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  • RAF Shawbury GC on air

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    We understand that the BBC coverage of the 9th March RAF Shawbury Gliding Club flying day will be broadcast tomorrow, Thu 14 Mar, on BBC Midlands Today, possibly in the middle of the show. The piece is around 2mins 30sec long and features both ground and aerial clips. It has…

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  • Reality for NHS drones?

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    A magazine for NHS executives has published a well-balanced article that largely undermines the case for drones in NHS healthcare.  You can read the article here.  With thanks to our BMAA colleagues who spotted the article.

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  • CAA sailplane licensing consultation phase 2

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    The CAA has published its phase 2 consultation and response survey into proposed changes to the Sailplane Flight Crew Licensing rules. The BGA encourages all glider pilots to respond and has supplied response guidance. The BGA guidance including links to the consultation and survey can be viewed here. The consultations…

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  • Club sites new radio frequencies

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    As reported in January, following detailed work by Paul Ruskin (Cambridge GC) and the CAA, thirty BGA gliding clubs now have newly allocated radio frequencies to help with local situational awareness. The frequencies are valid from 21st March. You can view the new frequency allocations here.  Electronic and paper charts…

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  • Club Class Nationals 2024 - Late Entries Open

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    Late entry slots have become available for the Club Class Nationals at Nympsfield 3-11th August 2024. If you are interested in submitting a late entry, please contact the Director Andy Davis by email at paminandy(at)compuserve.com

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