Wills Wing and Moyes hang glider repair and maintenance in Pacifica, CA
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Sail-Off Inspections
“Just wanted to say thank you one more time. I didn’t have much time to speak with you yesterday as I was itching to get into the iar. I wanted to say the glider flew beautifully and I had a great time. Nice work.” – Dave Jacob
Rate: $300 for Falcon, $400 all other gliders.
A sail-off inspection is mandatory after major structural damage, or after enough whacks, or simply after enough regular flying. Wills Wing recommends it once a year.
It involves pulling the sail completely off the frame and inspecting:
- Bolts – bends, corrosion
- Nylon Washers – wear
- Metal Washers – bends
- Frame Tubing – dents, bends
- Battens – symmetry
- Lock Nuts – replace as needed
- Flying Wires – bends or broken strands
- VG Ropes – fraying
- VG System Bearings – rust
- Aluminum Fittings – bends
- Batten Strings – wear
- Tip Wands – cracks or wear
- Sail – tears and wear points
When everything is good, the sail is re-assembled on the frame. I do a test flight at Funston after a sail off inspection, to be sure I’m giving you an airworthy glider back.
Poor Man’s Inspection
Rate: $90
If I’m around and you want me to look at something, I’ll take a look at no charge like any pilot would.
If it’s more involved, I can do a shorter inspection, checking the most important things and common spots of damage and bag it back up without taking the sail off.
Repairs & Maintenance
Rate: $70/hr
New wires, broken leading edges, downtubes, VG replacement, etc. I can quote you a flat rate for each job.
Sail Repairs
I coordinate with a local professional who does sail repairs. If it’s a tiny rip or puncture in an area that won’t keep tearing, I apply reinforced sail tape appropriate for the material.
Contact
or call David Kiesling 510-754-6842