Larry I think a few of those U-2 pilots might tend to disagree. While they are not technically a glider, the wings were built long and lean for high altitude, long range work. Doug
-----Original Message----- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of larry severson Sent: Thursday, June 24, 2004 10:47 AM To: KRnet Subject: RE: KR> High Alt If you extend the wings, you also significantly reduce the allowable G loading. Gliders do not pull 6 G turns! Larry Severson Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (714) 968-9852 lar...@socal.rr.com