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by JMNTech
Thu Mar 15, 2012 12:48 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Hang gliding Raven Haven
Replies: 1
Views: 106

Hang gliding Raven Haven

First flight at Raven Haven

by JMNTech
Tue Feb 21, 2012 4:03 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Highlights from Sacramento, PA
Replies: 2
Views: 170

Re: Highlights from Sacramento, PA

Oh yeah this flight was on Sunday 2-19
by JMNTech
Tue Feb 21, 2012 3:02 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Highlights from Sacramento, PA
Replies: 2
Views: 170

Highlights from Sacramento, PA

5 sled rides, good times =)

by JMNTech
Thu Feb 09, 2012 10:42 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Landing Compilation HG's at Andy Jackson Air Park
Replies: 0
Views: 100

Landing Compilation HG's at Andy Jackson Air Park

A few Will's Wing test runs in here too! Enjoy and don't forget to FLARE

by JMNTech
Fri Jan 13, 2012 3:02 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Fun times at Andy Jackson Air Park
Replies: 0
Views: 78

Fun times at Andy Jackson Air Park

Wills Wing test flight day. Some great landings and funny whacks. Flaring over a camera guy in the center of the field is one maneuver most pilots don't master :)

Enjoy!!!

by JMNTech
Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:51 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: First flight in California - Marshall Peak to AJX
Replies: 0
Views: 67

First flight in California - Marshall Peak to AJX

Flying the San Bernardino Mountains This was one of the most breathtaking experiences I've had hang gliding. It was wonderful. This is an extended sled ride, I got approx 30 mins some soaring and thermal updrafts but no major gain above launch. Conditions were Light and Variable from approx 3 MPH to...
by JMNTech
Wed Jan 04, 2012 9:26 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Soaring Elizabethville Short Movie 12-31-2011
Replies: 2
Views: 197

Re: Soaring Elizabethville Short Movie 12-31-2011

Yeah. Unfortunately there was a piece of lead in the keel that was rattling. It's been fixed so next time it will be better :)

Thanks for watching Roger!
by JMNTech
Mon Jan 02, 2012 10:21 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: The Sound of a Hang Glider - Last flight of 2011
Replies: 0
Views: 89

The Sound of a Hang Glider - Last flight of 2011

Flying Elizabethville, on New Years Eve! Ending the year with a awesome flying day :) My flight lasted for 2 hrs and 45 mins before I went out to land and maximum gained altitude approx 1300 Flying fast and coordinating turns are my favorite part of hang gliding. I really love the sound of the wind ...
by JMNTech
Sun Dec 18, 2011 10:23 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Snow on launch! 12-10-2011
Replies: 4
Views: 220

Re: Snow on launch! 12-10-2011

Thanks bun! Yeah.. it's gonna be an awesome summer
by JMNTech
Wed Dec 14, 2011 9:57 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Snow on launch! 12-10-2011
Replies: 4
Views: 220

Re: Snow on launch! 12-10-2011

Thanks a lot. I'm glad I can share! It's getting a bit cold but still watching the forecast =)
by JMNTech
Wed Dec 14, 2011 1:08 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Snow on launch! 12-10-2011
Replies: 4
Views: 220

Snow on launch! 12-10-2011

IMPORTANT: I recommend that you grab a beer or several of whatever you enjoy drinking or smoking maybe a cup of hot tea, a hot chocolate... Then join me on this flight by pressing PLAY once your "settled in." I added some music for the chill effect, I hope it's enjoyable. Constructive crit...
by JMNTech
Wed Dec 14, 2011 12:50 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Glider landing on a glider - Wing Surfing - Awesome video
Replies: 5
Views: 363

Re: Glider landing on a glider - Wing Surfing - Awesome vide

Either ocean breeze, or sled ride with plenty of altitude. The glider below is always high performance topless. The glider on the bottom approaches the other glider above, then the top glider pilot just drops his feet down and stands up, controlling the topless glider below while giving pitch inputs...
by JMNTech
Wed Dec 07, 2011 11:53 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Cool video footage from the early 70s
Replies: 1
Views: 96

Re: Cool video footage from the early 70s

Awesome video thanks for finding and sharing! :) FYI -- READ THIS -- I learned from MarkC. When you post a youtube video you can embed it meaning, make the video view-able without leaving the post. Press the youtube button on the far right of the editing options - it will then say "[youtube][/y...
by JMNTech
Wed Dec 07, 2011 11:36 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Glider landing on a glider - Wing Surfing - Awesome video
Replies: 5
Views: 363

Glider landing on a glider - Wing Surfing - Awesome video

Credit to Richard Cobb from Hyner's Yahoo Group
For finding this link and posting it! I felt it was worth sharing!

by JMNTech
Wed Dec 07, 2011 2:37 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: 24-Nov-2011 - Soaring flight #2 @ Elizabethville
Replies: 0
Views: 65

24-Nov-2011 - Soaring flight #2 @ Elizabethville

33272313 This is my second major get-above-launch soaring flight. Thanksgiving Day at Lizzyville - I launched at approx 11:00AM and flew for about 15 mins. I stood on launch for a few minutes with my airspeed indicator (I don't use it while flying.) The wind went from 10 MPH up to 13 MPH. I launche...
by JMNTech
Sun Dec 04, 2011 12:28 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: HR Friday Dec 2...
Replies: 7
Views: 301

Re: HR Friday Dec 2...

Nice write up Mr. Brotto, Sounds like you had an exciting day. I sent you a message, get back to me when you have a chance!
by JMNTech
Sat Dec 03, 2011 11:01 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Saturday/3, specifically
Replies: 9
Views: 293

Re: Saturday/3, specifically

lol Jon
by JMNTech
Sat Dec 03, 2011 12:20 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Saturday/3, specifically
Replies: 9
Views: 293

Re: Saturday/3, specifically

Light and variable for Bill's hill. I won't be able to make it to Bill's hill on Saturday. However... Jack's on Sunday is looking do-able! I believe I will be there! If anyone is planning on going Sunday to Jacks 12/4/2011 post it! I hope to meet some new people! I'll be there by around 10-11 am wit...
by JMNTech
Fri Dec 02, 2011 6:59 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: Saturday/3, specifically
Replies: 9
Views: 293

Re: Saturday/3, specifically

Yeah, forecast looks pretty good for Bill's Hill! I'm gonna give my instructor a call, if we end up going i'll let you know asap!
by JMNTech
Thu Dec 01, 2011 11:26 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: VIDEO: Hyner View - Can't wait for Spring already =( !!! :-)
Replies: 2
Views: 168

Re: VIDEO: Hyner View - Can't wait for Spring already =( !!!

Ah yes. Reliving the flight is my favorite part of videos :P Thank you!
by JMNTech
Thu Dec 01, 2011 12:30 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: VIDEO: Hyner View - Can't wait for Spring already =( !!! :-)
Replies: 2
Views: 168

VIDEO: Hyner View - Can't wait for Spring already =( !!! :-)

31100524 At Approx 10 AM Jim Carroll, Bill Umstattd and I launched into the clouds for a beautiful sled ride down to the camp site at Hyner. It was an amazing experience feeling the moisture of the cloud hitting my face... a cool refreshing light mist... I loved every second of this flight... Enjoy...
by JMNTech
Sun Nov 27, 2011 3:05 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: My first real soaring flight SUN-20-Nov-2011
Replies: 7
Views: 466

Re: My first real soaring flight SUN-20-Nov-2011

Thanks a lot! Cedar ledge is in Tunkhannock, Pa.
by JMNTech
Tue Nov 22, 2011 3:48 am
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: My first real soaring flight SUN-20-Nov-2011
Replies: 7
Views: 466

Re: My first real soaring flight SUN-20-Nov-2011

Thanks Matthew, I definitely will!
by JMNTech
Mon Nov 21, 2011 4:00 pm
Forum: Flight-Related Topics
Topic: My first real soaring flight SUN-20-Nov-2011
Replies: 7
Views: 466

Re: My first real soaring flight SUN-20-Nov-2011

Hey, thank you for your comment Matt!