The 32nd FAI World Gliding Championship in Uvalde Texas has been billed as the Olympics of Gliding with 120 pilots from 40 different countries competing. All roads lead to Uvalde, which is at the crossroads of two major highways. US90 runs East-West from Florida to Los Angeles; US83 goes north from the Mexican boarder to Canada. To demonstrate the importance of this event and the support we have for this competition, they shut down Hwy83 for an hour. This enabled us to have a parade to the Honey Bowl stadium and attend the official opening ceremonies, including a fly past of a P51 Mustang Courages Glen piloted by 24 year old pilot Conrad Huffstutler. Sunday will be a big day for all pilots and the weather predictions are looking good.
Greg Jackson