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Old 29th March 2008 | 20:59
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tggzzz
 
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They don't...
Q: "Why do all glider pilots wear a parachute"

A1: they don't, particularly those that are heavy (approaching 242lbs typically) and/or tall

A2: or -- as in my case -- it is so that it is easier to reach the rudder pedals
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