Originally Posted by
Mechta
Composites have the advantage of being resistant to weather, fatigue and minor damage in a way that wood, fabric and sheet metal structures do not.
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Sorry but not even remotely close to reality. Almost none of the 2-33’s are hangared, they are set leveled on a saw horse and tied down outside all year. Good luck doing the same with any of the glass ships. Rag and tube repair has 80 years of successful maintenance in bush, ag, and other very demanding uses. The metal wing of the 2-33 is simple and easy to fix and most importantly is damage tolerant and easy to assess, unlike composite structures
The point of Air Cadet gliding is basic flying experience for young people. What the program needs is a simple to maintain, simple to fly, hard to bust, basic glider !