![]() ![]() That’s a real shame if you think of all the time and money that they have already put into their basic training. In fact, the statistics from my club, the Soaring Society of Boulder, show that new members who fly less than five hours in their first year have a more than 50% likelihood of quitting their new hobby before their second season even starts. Unfortunately, many new soaring pilots give up at this stage. This can be frustrating, and, considering the number of tows involved, it is also expensive. the thermals are relatively weak, wind-blown, narrow, inconsistent, further away from the airfield, etc.), their flights are often short, and thus their soaring practice remains limited. Unlike experienced pilots, who are able to soar on almost any day of the thermal season, inexperienced pilots often need near-perfect conditions to fly, stay up, and practice. Unfortunately, flying a lot isn’t always easy, especially for beginners. Every instructor will tell you that the best way to develop these skills is to fly a lot. Many different skills are required to become proficient.
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