CRUSADERS GLIDING CLUB FLYING ORDERS
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Section I  Annexes 
A Flying Orders  A Aircraft Equipment 
B Orders for the Duty Instructor  B Glider Launching Regulations
C Orders for the Timekeeper C Glider Flying Regulations 
D Orders for the Winch Operator  D Orders for the use of ESBA Airspace
E Orders for the Cable Retrieve Driver
F Orders for Drivers Retrieving Gliders from Cross Country Flights  
G Orders for the Duty Pilot 
H  Regulations for Members Flying 
I Prohibited Areas 
SECTION F 
ORDERS FOR DRIVERS RETRIEVING GLIDERS FROM CROSS COUNTRY FLIGHTS 
1 Authority If a glider is flown on a cross country flight, the pilot is responsible for organising the retrieve crew. The driver must be one approved by the CFI and authorised to go by the duty instructor.

2 Actions by the Driver before Setting Out Before setting out on a retrieve, the driver is to ensure that: 
a. He/she knows which aircraft he/she is retrieving. 
b. The retrieve vehicle is serviceable. 
c. The trailer fittings are correctly stowed. 
d. The trailer lighting system is in working order, and the trailer number plate matches that of the towing vehicle. 
e. The trailer tyres including spare are inflated to the correct pressure. 
f. He/she has a suitable jack for changing trailer wheels. 
g. The retrieve car carries a good torch for any after dark searching and roadside problems. 
h. Sufficient maps and telephone change are available. 
i. He/she is in possession of and carries valid driving documents. 

3 Speed Limits He/she is to be aware of the speed limit for vehicle and trailer combinations. He/she will be personally responsible for any fines incurred for speeding.
 
4 Towing He/she must be fully aware of the pitfalls involved in towing a trailer, some of which are detailed below: 
a. When braking, especially downhill, the trailer may' snake.' The remedy for this is to cease braking and hold the steering wheel rigid. Snaking can be avoided by not driving too fast, and slowing down early for hills. At no time must any attempt be made to steer out of the 
swing, as this will only aggravate the situation. The golden rule here is 'Do not drive too fast, regardless of the apparent urgency.' 

b. At all times drive nearer to the middle of the road than the kerb. This will give the glider a smoother ride.
 
c. When overtaking be quite sure that nothing is overtaking you, and that the appropriate signal is displayed before pulling out. Give other vehicles a wide berth when overtaking as they sometimes 'suck' the trailer in towards them, and allow sufficient space at the rear of the trailer before pulling back in. Use your mirrors to check beforehand.
 
d. When taking sharp corners, the inside trailer wheel will bump the kerb, unless care is taken, and the rear of the trailer will swing out.

4. Accidents In the event of an accident the driver is to make no statement to anyone, but is to take down the names and addresses of any witnesses or any other persons concerned. He/she is to note the insurance company of any other party involved. He/she is to inform the CFI and Chairman as soon as possible. The police must be informed.