Faheem passed his commercial pilot glider checkride today! Congratulations Faheem! Tony Condon (L) was the DPE and Mike Brooks (R) was the recommending instructor. Next for Faheem is a back-seat checkout in the Blanik, more 1-26 flying and an instructor rating in power and glider.
John Sexton passes his private pilot glider checkride!
John passed his private pilot glider checkride today! Congratulations John! Tony Condon (L) was the DPE and Mike Brooks (R) was the recommending instructor.
Varun solos!
Varun (L) soloed on Sunday! Congrats Varun! Uwe (R) signed him off.
Keegan Rauch passes check ride!
The Greater Houston Soaring Association congratulates Keegan Rauch for passing his private pilot - glider checkride with DPE Gregg Squires on August 11, 2021 at GHSA's Petmecky Field. Keegan worked hard to realize this accomplishment and is now off to college where that work-ethic will serve him well.
Schoolpalooza
Uwe, Michael H, Jay, and Todd provided ground school training at the field on May 22, followed by instruction on how to use our Mach 0.1/Condor 2 simulator. Ground school training topics included aerodynamics, soaring weather, sectionals, and situational awareness.
John has 60+ minute flight
John S. had a 60+ minute flight today, earning the “B” badge. Congratulations John.
Natalie has 81 minute flight!
Natalie had an 81 minute flight on Sunday and earned her “B” badge. Good job Natalie!
David Buttram completes 5hr flight
David Buttram had a five-hour flight in one of the Blaniks on Saturday. Congratulations Daivd!
Annual Banquet
GHSA hosted our annual banquet on Saturday Night at our Aviation Center. We all had a great time. Thanks to Lou, Mike, Julie, and the board of directors for all their work that went into this event!
David Stratton solos!
David Stratton (L) soloed today! Uwe Prigge (R) was the instructor who signed him off. Way to go Dave!