Gliding

Gliding (or soaring) is a recreational activity and competitive sport where individuals fly un-powered aeroplanes known as gliders or sailplanes. Properly, the term gliding refers to descending flight of a heavier-than-air craft when gravity (its own weight) is its sole motive force; soaring is the correct term to use when the craft gains altitude or speed from movements of the atmosphere during the flight.

External links

• Links to all national gliding federations
• International Gliding Commission
• Gliding Magazine
• International Gliding Online Contest
• Gliding in the French Alps
• Soaring Services
• Gliding pictures
• Videos