Fayence Soaring

12/04/2026

Be part of my next soaring video! Continuing a theme that I'm passionate about — energy management — I'll be referencing a poll that you can participate in. Let me know if you like the format!

My next video will be about energy management during approach and landing. What do you think is the most common energy management error — regardless of pilot...

14/07/2025

It’s official! The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the Fayence Soaring glider cross-country instructor training program and Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC)! This unique authorization allows flight instructors to learn how to teach cross-country soaring and fulfill their recent experience requirement at the same time! Visit https://fayencesoaring.com for more information!

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12/02/2025

I am excited to report that our glider flight instructor cross-country training program is currently being reviewed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and, if approved, would be the first-of-its-kind Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC) in the USA!

29/08/2024

Our latest video about soaring the French Alps is now available on YouTube — Enjoy!

Pilots soaring the flatlands can use the same landout technique as those who soar the mountains to be safer and more confident.Music by Scott Buckley -- rele...