Winds

摘要

The Glider Aerodynamics Puzzler is intended to stimulate your thinking about soaring and refresh your understanding of glider aerodynamics and soaring optimization. The correct answers with detailed explanations follow the questions. Have fun. Surface winds and winds aloft are a major factor in glider flight planning and operations. From the earliest flight lessons, neophyte glider pilots learn the effect of wind on both landing procedures and making it back to the airport. For some experienced glider pilots, the magnitude of the impact of headwinds/tailwinds on glider performance may come as a surprise.