Cross-country soaring is one of the most rewarding parts of our sport, however the path to becoming a cross country pilot typically takes many years and requires extensive self-study. Some countries have found ways to accelerate this process through inflight and workshop experiences. Our idea is to accelerate learning in the US context through small, focused workshops with experienced cross country pilots.
Content will be adapted for the participants, however the main topics are:
First principles for cross country soaring
Progression
Safety and accident review
Soaring in PNW
We would also like to try a different approach to traditional clubs, treating participants like customers, placing a high priority on their time and customizing content to suit their needs, but also transitioning to a commercial arrangement. The price is set to match a normal training day at a local club (2 x aerotows).
The size of the workshop is deliberately small in order to offer participants the best chance of making real progress.
Date: 6 December 2025
Participants: 6 pilot limit
Location: KAWO
Duration: 8:30AM - 12:30PM
Cost: $150.00
Having experienced the slow road to cross country first hand, there is a strong desire to improve the process for future cross country pilots - it does not need to take this long. My experience is shown below. Modern training methods can achieve the same in a fraction of the time:
50km: 3yrs after starting gliding.
100km/200km/300km/400km: 10 yrs
500km: 11 yrs
600km/700km/800km/900km/1000km: 15 yrs
1100km: 17 years
Phone: +1 562 380 2838
Email: cross.country.us@gmail.com
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