Field Landing

Field Surface Advice

Adrian Hatton's field surface article published in S&G in 2001 is reproduced with photo's on his website here.

Field Landing Advice

The tried and tested BGA generic field landing briefing provides very sound guidance to new and experienced pilots, particularly if supported with a session in an SLMG. The briefing document is here.

Guidance Following a Field Landing

Glider pilots almost always set off on a flight that will result in a landing back at the base airfield. Occasionally a flight does not quite go to plan and can result in a field landing. So glider pilots need the co-operation of farmers and landowners. Their assistance and goodwill is imperative for the future of our sport.

Guidance for pilots following a field landing is available here.