Slips: Forward, Side, Turning (w/ & w/o airbrakes)

Lesson Objective

The student must learn and desmonstrate slips before solo. Proper slip technique must also be demonstrated on the #FIXME practical exam. The student will get the opportunity to practice slips, and must understand the difference between the different types of slips. The student will also learn when the use of a slip is appropriate, and when it is not appropriate.

Regulatory Requirement

Pre-solo Candidate: §61.87(i)(7)
Private Candidate: PTS IV (R)

Content

Turning slips
Forward slips
Side slips
Difference between a slip and a skid
Hazards of slipping
Hazards of skidding
Why slipping is safer than skidding

Completion Standards

The student must be able to perform

Turning Slips (no airbrakes)
Turning Slips (with airbrakes)
Forward Slips (no airbrakes)
Forward Slips (with airbrakes)
Side Slips (no airbrakes)
Side Slips (with airbrakes)

The student must be able to explain

the differences between slips and skids
the hazards of slips (when a slip is NOT appropriate)
the benefits of slips
when it is appropriate for a turning or side slip

Prerequisite Study

Top Ten Ways to Fail the Practical -- "Slips to Landing "
Glider Flying Manual - Figure 7-26 "Slipping Turn" -- Page 7-25
Glider Flying Manual - Figure 7-27 "Skidding Turn" -- Page 7-25
Glider Flying Manual - "Slips" page 3-12
Glider Flying Manual - "Forward Slip" page 3-13
Glider Flying Manual - "Side Slip" page 3-13

Further Study

Deconstructing Slips Gliding Magazine October 2005

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