We were fortunate in being invited to inspect in detail the latest in Gliders. The particular Glider we looked at in detail at first sight resembles a high tech combat plane. It is sleek, it is compact, it looks as if it will glide at high speed for great distances. It looks something like a U2 spy plane. It has a cabin for one person and it has its own propeller which can be extended from the Glider body if required. Improvements in battery technology have meant that the range of the glider has been extended. And it is possible to take off without a tow plane although this provision is not often used.
We also inspected a two seater aeroplane. This airplane is in constant use and contains the latest in digital technology. It appears to be able to fly anywhere.
Neville Gibb.