Originally Posted by
POBJOY
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It was not only the actual flying, but the complete 'hands on' handling of all the equipment and airframes, and accepting the responsibility of making the operation work so well.
It's a pity the people at all levels handling the paperwork made such a mess of it. As we are always told by inspectors, if a glider's paperwork isn't up to date and in order it's not airworthy.