FLYING RULES AND REGULATIONS

2023

Index:

GENERAL	TERMINAL CONTROL AREA (TCA)	GROUND HANDLING OF CLUB EQUIPMENT
FLIGHT LINE TRAFFIC PROCEDURES	WAIVER FORM	ANNUAL CHECK FLIGHTS
CURRENCY	PASSENGER FLIGHTS	CROSS-COUNTRY FLIGHTS
GLIDER TYPE CONVERSION	VISITING PILOTS	HOME BUILT GLIDERS
FLIGHT PRIORITY	TWO HOUR FLIGHT TIME LIMIT	INTRODUCTORY (DISCOVERY) FLIGHTS
TOWPLANES	TOWING OPERATIONS	AEROBATICS
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PRACTICE	FORMATION FLIGHT	ACCIDENT / INCIDENT REPORTING
IN CASE OF ACCIDENT	EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT LOCATIONS:	APPENDIX A: FLIGHT LINE MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES APPENDIX B: REAR SEAT RATING

The Winnipeg Gliding Club has a Safety Management System based on the Soaring Association of Canada model. All members are encouraged to participate in making the Winnipeg Gliding Club a safe place to pursue the sport of soaring.

GENERAL

ALL FLYING, at the Winnipeg Gliding Club, and flying activity involving WGC aircraft at other locations, must be in accordance with the current Canada Air Regulations (CARs) and Winnipeg Gliding Club Flying Rules.
ALL AIRCRAFT based at the WGC Gliderport, must carry third party liability insurance coverage of $2,000,000 or greater. When WGC equipment is being used at other locations to assist other aircraft, they must carry third party liability insurance coverage of $2,000,000 or greater.
An Instructor or a designated Flight Line Manager must be present and on duty BEFORE any club equipment may be used for flying, except:
1. the training of Tow Pilots as authorized by the Chief Tow Pilot;
2. flying by experienced pilots who have been previously authorized by the Chief Flying Instructor (CFI). A list of "Unsupervised Flying Approved" pilots will be revised by the CFI annually.
The Instructor or Flight Line Manager is responsible for ALL FLYING AND AIRFIELD ACTIVITIES. See APPENDIX A for the responsibilities of the Flight Line Manager.
ALL PILOTS shall check with the Instructor or Flight Line Manager BEFORE flying on a given day and shall, upon request, show their Log Book (to verify endorsements and currency) and, if applicable, proof of liability insurance. Pilots may be requested by an instructor to perform a satisfactory dual check flight under existing conditions before flying solo.
PARACHUTES shall be worn when flying any club owned, single seat glider. In the case where there is no parachute available for a club owned single seat glider or when the maximum pilot weight is exceeded while wearing a parachute, the CFI or delegate may approve flying in the aircraft without a parachute until the problem with the parachute is rectified. Members are urged to wear a parachute whenever possible while flying other gliders.
RADIO-equipped aircraft shall, whenever practical, monitor 123.4 MHz while flying within the Glider Activity Area (GAA). An aircraft in the vicinity of another should announce its presence and intentions regardless of whether the other aircraft's identification/call letters is known.
STUDENT Pilots may fly solo only after they have been briefed by an instructor on the day in question and be under direct observation by an instructor at all times. Student flights must be in an area UPWIND AND WITHIN GLIDING DISTANCE OF THE CIRCUIT ENTRY POINT OF THE FIELD TO ALLOW A FULL CIRCUIT TO BE FLOWN. Student solo flights are limited to 70 minutes duration, unless authorized by the an instructor or Flight Line Manager.
Intentional spins shall NOT be entered below 2500 feet AGL (3300 feet ASL, at Starbuck Gliderport), unless an instructor is in the glider. ALL SPINS must be completed by 2000 feet AGL (2800 feet ASL at Starbuck Gliderport), (CAR 602.27) or at a height recommended in the aircraft flight manual, whichever is greater.
A standard SAC recommended circuit should normally precede each landing. Note: Thermalling, 360° turns, or S-turns are not permitted in the circuit. A radio advisory shall be broadcast on 123.4 MHz. upon entering the circuit stating circuit direction (e.g. left/right turns) and the planned landing runway; Example, "Starbuck Traffic, glider Whiskey Golf X-ray, left downwind, runway 26. Starbuck Traffic.".
1. The minimum airspeed anytime under 1000 feet AGL at the club is 45 knots (50 mph).
GLIDERS will normally fly LEFT HAND CIRCUITS at WGC Gliderport, unless otherwise announced. If a different circuit is intended the pilot should announce intentions as soon as possible.
TOW PLANES will normally fly RIGHT HAND CIRCUITS at WGC Gliderport, unless otherwise announced. If a different circuit is intended the pilot should announce intentions as soon as possible.
The Instructor, Flight Line Manager and/or the Tow Pilot may restrict or halt operations if any or all consider that the conditions warrant such actions.
All pilots, (including student pilots and tow pilots) must report to the Instructor or Flight Line Manager IMMEDIATELY any POTENTIAL HAZARD, INCIDENT, or ACCIDENT.
Behaviour Altering substances:
1. It is incumbent upon all members to ensure, to the best of their knowledge that anyone wishing to fly at the WGC be not under the influence of alcohol or other behaviour altering substances including cannabis in whatever form taken.
2. All pilots are reminded that Transport Canada has imposed timelines on both the use of alcohol and cannabis in relation to acting as a flight crew member. These timelines can be found in the Canadian Air Regulations section 602.03 and also so in the following link https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/services/aviation/general-operating-flight-rules/better-pilot-decision/cannabis-legalization.html
3. Alcoholic beverages and other behaviour altering substances including cannabis in whatever form taken shall not be allowed at the flight-line.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dogs must be on leash.

TERMINAL CONTROL AREA (TCA)

When an Instructor is present, then NO ONE may contact Air Traffic Control (ATC) to change the Glider Activity Area (GAA) CAP (ceiling approved) altitude or open/close soaring area extensions (areas A or B) without prior permission from the Instructor or delegate (Flight Line Manager). Approved changes in the CAP altitude and extension areas shall be announced by radio and annotated on the flight sheets at the flight line as well on the side of the Operations Cart..
During UNSUPERVISED FLYING, individual pilots are responsible for coordinating ATC requests among themselves and/or obtaining their own ATC permission to operate at particular altitudes and areas.
NORDO gliders are limited to the CAP altitude in effect prior to takeoff.
When the recall signal (white smoke signal) or request by radio transmission is given, ALL gliders in the GAA shall promptly descend below 3000 feet ASL.

GROUND HANDLING OF CLUB EQUIPMENT

Only qualified club members may take part in the ground handling, launching or retrieving of Club gliders either at Starbuck or other locations. When necessary, non-members, who have been briefed by an Instructor or an experienced pilot may be permitted to assist at the flight line.
An appropriate level of caution and care must be taken when handling WGC gliders and other equipment. Specifically, but not exclusive to:
1. When ground towing gliders, only one club glider shall be towed per vehicle;
2. When towing a glider, the tow rope must be released from the glider manually, it is not appropriate to turn the vehicle around and pull the rope clear using the back release.
3. The tension in the tow rope should be relaxed before releasing the rope to avoid personal injury and aircraft damage
4. When ground towing WGC gliders, the control stick is to be tied back in the aft position by the lap straps, or the trim lever placed in the most rearward position.
Vehicles left in the tie down area should not interfere with the possible movement of aircraft from the hangar or tie down areas.

FLIGHT LINE TRAFFIC PROCEDURES

Runway 13/31 at Starbuck Gliderport is the preferred runway for operations in calm or light winds.
Gliders, vehicles and pedestrian traffic, moving to and from the hangar and tie-down areas should avoid active runways as much as possible. The golf cart is available to shuttle visitors to the flightline. Visitor vehicles will be allowed when arrangements are made with an instructor or Flight Line Manager.
Tow planes are to land on the side of the runway away from the takeoff area.
All gliders, immediately after landing are to be moved to the side of the runway in order to provide maximum clearance for other aircraft on the active runway. Whenever possible gliders should land on the side of the runway to allow the next aircraft to land safely or to allow launches to continue.
Gliders are to be retrieved on the same side of the runway as the take-off area, unless doing so will interrupt an immediate launch. Tow planes, as well, are to taxi back to the flight line on this side of the runway.
Since space at the flight line is limited, all vehicles used for towing gliders other than the CLUB TOW VEHICLE should be immediately returned to the parking or tiedown areas. Vehicles may be left at the flight line IF authorized by an Instructor or Flight Line Manager and (i) the parked vehicles do not interfere with the safety of operations and (ii) the keys are left in the vehicle in the ignition or immediately available in the vehicle.
Private vehicles are NOT allowed on or across runways or areas used for movement of aircraft, except for the purpose of towing gliders.

WAIVER FORM

All members of the WGC recognize and accept the need for a waiver of liability. Payment on an annual basis of WGC membership in all categories and other associated dues will serve as acknowledgement, understanding and acceptance of this waiver of liability. Members under the age of majority will be required to have a parent or guardian sign a hard copy waiver form and return same with payment of dues.
All non WGC members, shall sign a Club Waiver Form and make an application for a temporary membership before flying in WGC aircraft at Starbuck airfield or any other location of the Club's operations.
ALL visiting pilots must sign a Club Waiver Form and make an application for a daily membership before flying at the Starbuck Gliderport, in Club aircraft or privately owned aircraft.

ANNUAL CHECK FLIGHTS

Pilots receiving check flights are considered P2 for purpose of their log book entry.
All pilots must complete at least two check flights, annually, and have their log book endorsed to indicate the types of gliders they are permitted to fly solo before flying as pilot-in-command (P1).
The Chief Flying Instructor shall designate those instructors assigned to conduct annual check flights. The CFI will revise the list annually.

CURRENCY

All pilots shall have made a minimum of 3 flights within the preceding 60 days prior to flying as P1 in a club aircraft. Pilots who do not meet this qualification shall normally be required to receive a dual check flight, unless this requirement is waived by the CFI or a delegated alternate. It is the pilot's responsibility to provide proof of currency to the Flight Line Manager.

PASSENGER FLIGHTS

Only licensed pilots, authorized by the CFI or delegate, may carry passengers in WGC aircraft or in private gliders operating at Starbuck Gliderport.
1. Initially, in order to qualify for passenger carrying privileges, a pilot must:
  - meet CARs requirement
  - have a minimum of 10 hours solo flight in gliders,
  - have completed at least a 2 hour solo soaring flight and verified by a flight instructor.
  - have had a briefing on techniques on passenger carrying and completed satisfactory passenger carrying check flight(s) with a Class 1 or Class 2 instructor.
  - have their logbook endorsed by the check flight instructor, to indicate the type(s) of glider(s) in which they are permitted to carry passengers.
2. Annually, in order to retain passenger carrying privileges, a pilot must:
  - meet CARs requirement
  - pass a passenger carrying check flight(s), with a Class 1 or 2 Instructor, OR be so endorsed by a Class 1 or 2 Instructor as part of the pilot's pre-season/annual check flights;
  - have had their logbook endorsed, by the check flight instructor, to indicate the type(s) of glider in which they are permitted to carry passengers and the method of launch to be used.

As of 2021-01-10 the CAR 401.05 states:

(b) where a passenger other than a flight test examiner designated by the Minister is carried on board the aircraft, has completed, within the six months preceding the flight,

(ii) in the case of a glider, at least ...

(A) five take-offs and five landings in a glider, or

(B) two take-offs and two landings in a glider with the holder of a flight instructor rating — glider and obtained a certification of competence to carry passengers on board a glider from that holder in accordance with the personnel licensing standards,...

In addition to CARs requirements for passenger carrying, to meet Club requirements:
1. check flights must be carried out by a Class 1 or 2 instructor and be performed in the type of glider to be used for the passenger flights, and
2. as a guideline pilots should have completed, within the preceding sixty days, at least 3 takeoffs and landings as P1, on the type of glider to be used for a passenger flight. This requirement may be waived by the CFI or delegate on a case by case basis, dependent upon the experience level and currency of the pilot.
A Rear Seat Rating for passenger carrying (see Appendix B below) may be granted to qualified and so endorsed members that meet the requirements as specified therein. All rules relating to the carrying of passengers as outlined above will still be in force.
Age Limitations for Carrying Passengers:
1. For reasons of safety and liability, guests of the WGC under the age of 12 shall not be permitted to fly as a passenger in any aircraft owned by the WGC and any private members aircraft operating out of the WGC.
2. Any passenger of a size or shape that cannot be safely harnessed in an aircraft, without the need for an inordinate amount of cushions, shall not be permitted to fly as a passenger.
3. There shall be no age limit for children of sustaining members who fly with their parent. The member must be in good standing, authorized and signed off for passenger carrying, meet currency requirements and those requirements mentioned in (2) and (3) It will be noted that this applies only to children directly related to the P1 parent pilot. Cousins, nephews, nieces, friends, etc, do not qualify.

CROSS-COUNTRY FLIGHTS

Prior to takeoff, pilots intending a cross-country flight shall advise the Flight Line Manager of the details of the planned flight and retrieve crew arrangements. During unsupervised flying, pilots shall notify a responsible person of the details of their planned flight and this person must be prepared to take appropriate action if the pilot does not report a safe return by the agreed time.
Intentional cross country flights shall only be attempted by pilots so endorsed by the CFI (or delegated alternate). The pilot's log-book shall indicate this endorsement by glider type. For endorsement a pilot shall have:

had a soaring flight of at least 2 hours on type,
12 hours P1 including 15 flights on type,
demonstrated proficiency in off-field landing techniques , to include:

landing field selection,
spot landings (short-field landings),
final glide exercise, with a cross-country instructor,
two off-field landing exercises, with a cross-country instructor,
map reading exercises, in the air, with a cross-country instructor,
completed a soaring instrumentation course or briefing,
received hands-on instruction on rigging/derigging/trailering, the glider type to be used in the cross-country flight.

received refresher briefings on:

Glider Activity Area (GAA) and extensions,
Airspace Classification Structures,
Terminal Control Area and Radio procedures with TCA.

a valid Radio Operator's Certificate and demonstrated proficiency in VHF radio procedures
passed a cross country check flight(s).

GLIDER TYPE CONVERSION

Pilots wishing to fly a glider type that they have not previously flown from the WGC Gliderport or when the Club's equipment (tow plane) is used at other Club approved locations, must first discuss their intentions with the CFI (or designated alternate) and Safety Officer to obtain advice and authorization. A check of proficiency in a training glider may be required. In addition, for Club gliders, a type conversion quiz sheet shall be completed and returned to the CFI (or delegated alternate) for marking and discussion. The CFI may also require the pilot to obtain additional experience prior to conversion.

VISITING PILOTS

Visiting pilots may be required to have a site briefing and/or check flight before flying as P1, at the Club, unless otherwise authorized by the CFI. Visiting pilots, intending to fly their own aircraft, must carry third party liability insurance coverage of $2,000,000 or greater. All applicable club fees shall be paid. Visiting pilots wishing to fly Club aircraft as P1 must be SAC members and will be required to fly a minimum of ten dual flights with a Club Instructor unless otherwise authorized by the CFI or designated alternate.

HOME BUILT GLIDERS

Pilots intending to fly a newly constructed, or modified amateur built glider, at the WGC Gliderport shall first consult with the CFI and submit a flight test program for approval. The glider may be flown after authorization is obtained from the CFI and may be subject to specified conditions of operation. Also see GLIDER TYPE CONVERSION above.

FLIGHT PRIORITY

On weekends and holidays between 1100 and 1700 hours, sustaining members shall have priority for take-offs and use of club gliders. Take-off order shall be determined by a random draw, held at the flight line, of those present and whose names are inscribed on the draw control sheet at 1100 hours. Thereafter, names shall be added to the list on a "first-come, first served basis", except as in (2) below. When a member takes off they will "use up" their priority list position and their name will be removed from the list. Members may only place their names on the priority list once before take-off, but may add their name at the bottom of the list immediately after landing from a flight. Student names may also be drawn or added to a separate priority list. The members’ list shall take priority over the student list.
The WGC Executive may suspend or modify the normal flying priority rules, given in Paragraph 1, to facilitate special activities such as Competitions or Visitors' days. Prior notice shall be given to the membership, of temporary changes to the rules, by posting a notice in the club house and by electronic means.
When a dual cross-country training flight is planned, that flight may be given priority by the Instructor or Flight Line Manager.
The pilot with the lowest number can either choose, or decline, to be next in line for launch. If the pilot declines, the launch position goes to the pilot with the next lowest number who is present and so on until a pilot accepts to take the next launch.
In the absence of any competition for a glider or take-off position, members may fly without utilizing their priority list position. However, if another member later requests the use of the glider then the airborne pilot has the following choices:
1. returning immediately and maintaining their priority list position, or
2. continuing the flight and using their priority list position.
Once a pilot has accepted their launch position and readied themselves and glider for takeoff, a member with lower number cannot displace them. For clarification, the member with the lowest number (highest priority) shall endeavour to prepare the aircraft of choice and be ready for flight. Failing this, other pilots with higher numbers (lower priority) may prepare the aircraft and once they are ready for the next available launch, a member with a lower number cannot displace them.
When mid-week flying days are announced to the mid-week pilots emailing list, any members wanting to utilize a club glider should “reply to all '' by 8:00 pm on the day immediately prior to the flying day to announce their intention. In the case where there are more pilots wishing to fly club gliders than gliders available, those pilots shall have a separate email conversation to arrive at an agreement on how they will plan to share glider time.

TWO HOUR FLIGHT TIME LIMIT

Flights in Club gliders shall not exceed 2 hours in duration when and if another club member has requested to fly a glider of that type. Members may elect to "call down" any pilot who has exceeded the 2 hour time limit provided that they are next in priority for take-off position.
Pilots may be permitted to exceed this limit providing they have pre-declared a cross-country flight or a badge duration flight attempt (i.e. 5 hour Silver C claim).
All "call-downs" must first be approved by the Flight Line Manager and are to take into account any potential interruptions in the flight operations due to towplane refueling, etc.
Should there be other gliders available which are not flying or not at the flight line, then members must utilize these aircraft prior to calling down any other pilot, unless the pilot wishing to fly is not qualified on the other available aircraft.

DISCOVERY (INTRODUCTORY) FLIGHTS

Persons wishing "Discovery” (Introductory) flights will be placed on a separate list. These persons should be assigned to a pilot on the "master" list, who wishes to fly dual and is qualified for passenger carrying. The member pilot shall ensure the passenger has signed the Daily Membership and Waiver forms before taking off and has arranged for payment of the Discovery (Introductory) flight fee. The pilot shall brief the passenger as necessary. Discovery (Introductory) flights are normally towed to 3000 feet AGL.
Whenever possible, Discovery Flights will be prescheduled outside of afternoon Member Flying hours to reduce waiting times for members and visitors.
Discovery Flights should be limited to 30 minutes in duration unless no other pilots wish to fly the aircraft.

TOWPLANES

Tow aircraft shall only be started when a licensed power pilot or Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) approved by the Chief Tow Pilot is at the controls.
Passengers may NOT be carried in the tow planes, while towing, except for the purpose of tow pilot training authorized by the Chief Tow Pilot and agreed to by the Flight Line Manager.
Aerotow Retrieves will only be made in accordance with the guidelines as set out by the Chief Tow Pilot. These guidelines should be reviewed annually by the CTP and the CFI and Safety Officer.

TOWING OPERATIONS

Gliders will be towed into one of four quadrants (Northwest, Northeast, Southeast, Southwest) centred on the intersection of Allinson Road and the road immediately north of our field. A radio advisory (123.4 MHz) identifying the quadrant in use, shall be made by the tow pilot on commencing the tow. Airborne pilots shall make note of the quadrant in use and endeavour to remain well clear of gliders under tow.

AEROBATICS

Aerobatics in club aircraft are NOT permitted unless specifically authorized by the CFI or a delegated alternate. Pilots wishing to fly aerobatics in privately owned gliders should also consult with the CFI or a delegated alternate.
Aerobatics shall NOT be performed in the immediate vicinity of the airfield or in close proximity to other aircraft.
All aerobatic maneuvers by club gliders shall be completed by 2000 feet AGL and also in compliance with any other applicable regulations. See CARs 602.27 & 602.28.
For club gliders, only maneuvers listed in the appropriate flight handbook shall be attempted and all aircraft operating limitations shall be observed.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PRACTICE

Members are encouraged to practice emergency and unusual procedures and manoeuvres on a regular basis. Any practice should be done with an instructor and be preceded by a briefing.

FORMATION FLIGHT

Members are reminded of the following two sections of the CARs:

Avoidance of Collision

602.21 No person shall operate an aircraft in such proximity to another aircraft as to create a risk of collision.

Formation Flight

602.24 No person shall operate an aircraft in formation with other aircraft except by pre-arrangement between

• (a) the pilots-in-command of the aircraft; ...

•

A ground briefing must precede any formation flying.

Gliders engaging in formation flying should remain at least 15 meters (50 feet) apart at all times. If formation manoeuvres are planned, 30 meters (100feet) apart is recommended.

Tow planes engaged in formation towing should remain at least 150 meters (500 feet) apart at all times unless arrangements have been made with the CTP and the CFI. No formation manoeuvres should be attempted.

ACCIDENT / INCIDENT REPORTING

An ACCIDENT is any situation that has resulted in damage to equipment or property or personal injury. See the clubs’ EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN for a detailed definition of an accident. The CFI or the assistant CFI shall be contacted if an accident has occurred. An INCIDENT is defined as any situation that has the potential to result in an accident.

Accident and Incident reporting is an integral part of our Safety Program. Pilots are encouraged to report ALL accidents/incidents, no matter how minor, to the Safety Officer.
Report forms are to be found in the flight line briefcase and in the Flight Operations Building or contact the Safety Officer for a digital copy.
Completed incident report forms should be sent to the Safety Officer. The CFI shall be notified as soon as possible of the situation.

IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT

In case of an accident, an Instructor or Flight Line Manager on duty or another senior member will become the Emergency Coordinator and will oversee the execution of the clubs EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN and any other actions considered necessary. Copies of the EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN are in the club house and Flight Operations Cart
The Chief Flying Instructor and Safety Officer shall also be informed as soon as possible.

EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT LOCATIONS:

First Aid Kit -- Flight Operations Building and Flight Operations Cart
Fire Extinguishers -- Operations Trailer, Aviation Fuel Tank, Hangar (One at the North end and two at the South end), Flight Operations Building, Towplanes (Forward of the front control column in Scout and behind pilot head in Pawnee)
Extraction Tools -- Flight Operations Building
Other emergency equipment (Back board, come-along, blankets) are located in the east storage-room of the Flight Operations Building.

APPENDIX A

FLIGHT LINE MANAGEMENT POSITIONS

Efficient operation of the flight line is paramount to maximize use of club equipment, minimize tow plane fuel expenses, promote safety and ensure enjoyment of the club by all.

The flight line will be managed by two positions which will be filled by members on a rotating basis according to the duty schedule. The Flight Line Manager will be responsible for the management of the flight line while the Flight Line Assistant will be responsible for the flight sheets, managing visitors and other duties as assigned by the Flight Line Manager.

Flight Line Manager

Duties:

Reviews the weather for the day to determine whether operations will take place on a given day. Sends out emails as necessary to inform club members if flying is cancelled on a given day.
Coordinates the start of operations for the day if the operation has not yet started.
Opens the Gliding Activity Area and Area Extensions if not already open.
Administers the daily draw at 11 am to determine the launch order and priority for club aircraft.
Monitors the weather throughout the day and makes runway changes or shuts down the operation if conditions dictate.
Organizes pilots for club aircraft based on the order established by the 11 am draw. Ensures these pilots are ready for their flight to minimize club aircraft downtime and ensure efficient turnaround.
Monitors take offs & landings for any unsafe or hazardous situations.
Discusses a pilot’s plans for the day with the pilot prior to departure.
Briefs pilots prior to their flights and calls out any noteworthy conditions (gusty winds, crosswind, etc) to each pilot prior to departure.
Ensures pilots are current and qualified for their intended flight.
Intervenes on the radio to mitigate unsafe or hazardous situations.
Assigns individuals to perform hook up, wing running, forward signalling duties and retrieve gliders (these tasks should not be done by the Flight Line Manager unless there are not enough individuals at the flight line to assign these duties to others)
Assumes responsibility for the overall safety of the operation.
When flying or when away from the flightline, hand off the Flight Line Manager duties to another suitable qualified individual.
Monitor all flying to ensure safe flying and good airmanship and debrief pilots who have shown deficiencies. Inform the CFI and Safety Officer of any accidents or incidents observed or reported.
Pairs visitors who wish to take familiarization flights with pilots qualified to operate the familiarization flight.
Coordinates the wrapping up of operations at the end of the day and ensure all club aircraft and equipment are returned to their appropriate places.
Ensures all pilots are accounted for at the end of the day.
Closes the Gliding Activity Area and Area Extensions when operations conclude for the day.
At the end of flying, total the flight sheets, reconcile the cheques and gift certificates, prepare the tear-off strip(s), and take responsibility for any cash.
In the event of an emergency, assumes the role of emergency coordinator and will be responsible for carrying out the club’s emergency response procedures.

Qualifications:

Member with more than 5 years experience in the club.
Approval by the CFI.
Note that the Flight Line Manager may or may not be an instructor. If the Flight Manager is an instructor, this will provide additional flexibility to the operation as is outlined below.

Restrictions if Flight Line Manager is not an instructor:

Solo students may not fly solo.
Pilots who are transitioning to a new glider may not make a first flight in that glider.
Pilots with less than five flights on a particular type of glider may not operate that glider (unless that individual has more than 100 hours of gliding experience).
Pilots with less than 50 hours PIC may not fly if the winds exceed 20 knots or 40 km/h (as reported by the club weather station in the clubhouse).
Pilots with less than 50 hours PIC may not fly if the 90 degree crosswind component exceeds 10 knots unless the pilot has been signed off to fly in such winds by an instructor.
Pilots that have not flown in the last 60 days may not fly unless the winds are less than 15 knots and the 90 degree crosswind component is less than 10 knots unless the pilot has more the 100 hours PIC.

The above restrictions are cancelled if there is an instructor at the flight line and this instructor agrees to monitor a pilot who does not meet the criteria above for the duration of the pilot’s flight. The instructor must remain at the flight line for the duration of that pilot’s flight. The Pilot Skills Matrix will be a reference for Flight Line Managers to determine if a pilot has the required sign offs and will be kept at the flight line for quick reference.

Flight Line Assistant