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American Soaring Signals

The standard American Soaring Ground signals. You may also find it useful to view animations of these signals by viewing the On-line Wingrunner course.

The standard American Soaring Airborn signals. You may also find it useful to veiw animations of these signals in the On-line Tow Pilot course.

Another resource is to order a copy SSF Soaring Signals DVD. This video contains live demonstrations of all 16 ground and airborn signals. Click Here to reach the on-line order form.

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Created: 3/23/07

 

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