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Last Update: September 2007

Schweizer 2-32 Sailplane

Information on the SSB 2-32 two place sailplane.

History

This glider probably has more hours under actual IFR conditions than any other in the US. Featured in the IMAX  movies Storm Chasers it conducted research missions for NCAR for many years. The glider is now operated by the SSB and is capable of conducting sophisticated meteorological research missions.

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The SSB's 2-32 carries one of the most sophisticated instrument packages of any glider in the world. It is configured to capture real time information about the unique wave conditions and rotors that occur around Boulder. It features multiple GPS systems with data loggers, moving map display, a custom built Unix based computer, 3 axis accelerometers, transponder and dual pressure breathing oxygen systems.

Useful Links

Weight and Balance Spreadsheet	The MS Excel spreadsheet (Updated 6/30/2007
Flight Manual	Flight manual for the SGS 2-32 Sailplane
Setup and Maintenance Manual	Erection & maintenance procedures
Weight and Balance	Weight & Balance
Weight and Balance Envelope	Chart (jpg)
Weight and Balance Report
Wave Flight Mission Profile	Procedures  for wave research flights
Wave Flight Equipment Ops.	How to work all of the dials
Instrumentation
Vario	Cambridge 302 Flight Computer
Vario	Ilec SC-7 Electronic Variometer
Radio	Becker radio manual
ELT	Emergency Locator Transmitter Operation and Location of ELT in 29J
PDA Flight Computer	Winpilot glide computer software

Tie Down

	To secure the 2-32 oxygen system, turn the main oxygen tank valve off, and place the levers on each regulator (front and rear seat) to the "OFF", "100% OXYGEN", "NORMAL" positions, read from the right to the left. This sequence helps prevent contaminants from entering the valves.
Before connecting the charger switch off all electronic instruments. Then set the switches as shown with the master switch in the down position and the A & B bus switches in the center position.
	The charger is placed inside the aircraft on the seat. After the canopy is secured, power is connected by passing the extension cable thru the side window. The stick is secured by inserting a cushion as illustrated. This places the controls in a position where moisture is drained away from the horizontal stabilizer.  Do not secure the stick by pulling it back using the seat belts. This causes the rudder lock to dig into horizontal stabilizer.

Ship Manager

Mike Exner is the ship manager of 29J

More History

The ship was refurbished by SSB members in the winter of 2002. These pages show some details of this effort.

Taking delivery

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