But gliding is not only a matter of flying quietly around over Gawler and nearby areas, although this is a relaxing and enjoyable way to pass the time in the air. Many members are also enthusiastic aerobatic and cross-country pilots. The sense of achievement is what makes gliding so satisfying. Well, many of our pilots fly north and east of Gawler quite regularly. Flights of 300 to 500 kilometres are common and a number of pilots have flown in excess of 1,000 km s.
Many glider pilots are quite competitive by nature.
Some like to fly in competitions in SA and interstate. There are also large international competitions. For example, we are hosting the inaugural World Club Class Championships at Gawler in January 2001, an event which will attract up to 80 pilots, their gliders and crews from all over the World. There are 11 clubs throughout South Australia. Their names and addresses can be obtained from the Club s Office or from the GFA web site.