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Bronze Badge

Introduction

The Bronze Badge and the Cross Country Endorsement provide a significant step forward in the development of a glider pilot. Completion of both is evidence of the pilot reaching a standard very similar to that of a licensed private pilot with additional soaring and other skills. Indeed, holders of the Bronze Badge with Cross Country Endorsement can apply for the BGA Glider Pilot License. Holders of current BGA recognised National Glider Pilot Licenses do not need the BGA Bronze Badge with Cross Country Endorsement. BGA Laws and Rules describe how unlicensed glider pilots who have not completed the Bronze Badge with cross country endorsement must not fly outside gliding range of the airfield.

Requirements

The badge requirements are described in BGA Laws and Rules.

Theoretical Knowledge

The detail of the theoretical knowledge requirement is defined in the Bronze Badge syllabus (under construction). The BGA recommends the publication 'Bronze and Beyond', available from the BGA Shop, as an excellent study guide.

Theoretical Knowledge Test

Theory knowledge for the Bronze Badge is usually tested at individual clubs under the authority of the CFI. Each club has a BGA supplied CDROM based Bronze Badge test package that can be used either for practice or for testing. For the theoretical knowledge test, a randomly selected examination paper can be printed on site that is subsequently marked on site by the CFI or another nominated instructor.

Flying Skills

The detail of the skill requirement is defined in the Bronze Badge syllabus (under construction). The BGA recommends that candidates seek appropriate training that will progressively develop their piloting skills and airmanship. Your club CFI is an ideal person to talk to about developing a personal plan that will enable you to exceed the Bronze Badge minimum test standard.

Flying Skill Tests

The flying tests consist of a general handling skill test in a glider, a separate navigation skill test in a glider or motor glider and a general appraisal by the testing instructor of your in-flight lookout and airmanship.

Paperwork

The aplication forms can be viewed here. Again, your CFI or another instructor can offer guidance on completing the required paperwork.

 

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