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Suggested Reading List

1. Glider Flying Handbook - Well illustrated textbook published by the FAA for persons studying to become a glider pilot. Comprehensive and well illustrated, it is a good book to read during your period of flight instruction and while studying for the FAA written examination.

2. Glider Basics: From First Flight to Solo - A beginner's level training manual used by several soaring flight schools.

3. The Joy of Soaring - Published several years ago but has stood the test of time. Fun to read. Good discussions of spins and cross-country soaring. Great photos. If you read it, also read the Glider Flying Handbook before taking the FAA written and flight tests.