For Airplane Pilots - Glide Speeds and Factors, Used by Glider Pilots.Become a better airplane pilot by learning some of the “secrets” of sailplane/glider pilots. This is an expanded version of the General Aviation Joint Steering Committee (GAJSC) Topic of the Month on “Best Glide”. Learn about not only Best Glide and Minimum Sink, but learn about Speed-To-Fly. Learn how to adjust your flying speed for a given condition. Do you know what your real glide ratio is? Do you really think you can make it to that field? Join us to learn more and how to soar on your gliding knowledge.It will take a learner approximately 75 minutes to complete. For questions about this course, or if you are experiencing difficulties, please contact the FAA Online Course Manager at faasafety@faa.gov.
