This thread seems to be deteriorating into glider vs IR traffic
Not in my book, it's not. Nor should we let it.
Robin, Aircraft able to see and avoid under VFR and in VMC isn't really the same situation at all.
In IMC "see" obviously cannot apply and there lies a problem. Pilots of powered aircraft must give way to gliders but if gliders can't be seen because they are in IMC (and according to Prof Chris Reed above, unable to think further than they can see), how can this be done? We
all need a mutually compatible system to ensure separation.
If public opinion is swayed because of an accident (and the usual media frenzy), it will undoubtedly mean less freedom for aviation in Class G.
Fitter2,
Skycop
you asked the question:
Ok, so what do YOU suggest we do? Carry on as we are ignoring the facts? Fit FLARM? Fit transponders? Ban gliders from IMC? What?
I did not ask that question, you need to re-read the posts because you have confused me with another contributor.