The XC-equation, Applying simple mathematics for improving XC flying
Prologue When there is a scientific approach to a practical issue, there are two important preconditions in order to conclude reliably. The first is to keep accurate data so that we can analyse without large statistical discrepancies in order to identify a significant conclusion. The second, which is probably more valuable, is asking the right questions in order to approach an issue correctly. Focusing my interest on how to develop XC skills, my intention is to practically translate theory to the language of everyday flying decisions and tactics. What was missing was the “right question” which came to me from my friend Dionisis from flyfreedom.gr school. What he asked was how to train evolving XC pilots in order to be able to identify a good day and understand those parameters of flight or parameters of piloting that combine to a successful XC flight at a specific day. My eyes flashed from excitement when during this conversation the word “Equation” was used…What if there really ...