If this question is asked on the GFA form list, the actual numbers can be
quickly produced
> On 4 Mar 2016, at 10:44 AM, Jarek Mosiejewski <jar...@optusnet.com.au> wrote:
>
> "More people die in comps than during non-competition flying"
>
> I do not think you can defend this statement with numbers.
>
> Regards
> Jarek
>
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> Re: [Aus-soaring] Potential dangers in the sport of gliding
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> >>I will further suggest to all forum members, most of whom are NOT
> >>competition pilots……… definitely no circuits !! {edited}
>
> Here is the logic. We fly a standard circuit, because over time it has
> proved to the the best and safest thing to do. During comps, we are
> prepared to compromise safety. More people die in comps than during
> non-competition flying.
>
> Is it any wonder that most glider pilots are not comp pilots!?
>
> D
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