Demonstration Glider RIDES

Take a demonstration ride for an introduction to gliders. You'll fly with an FAA-licensed glider pilot in one of our two-place sailplanes.

We typically operate 10am - 5pm Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays year round - weather permitting. Before noon is best. Please contact us about a week ahead to schedule your flight

For your comfort and safety, you will need to meet certain weight and height requirements. Passengers can be up to 6'4" and 225 lbs. and must be at least 10 years old. Smaller passengers and children will be evaluated for their comfort and ability to see out of the glider.

Anyone wanting to take a demonstration ride must complete an Application for Temporary Membership, which includes a Waiver and Indemnity agreement (available by clicking on the LINK HERE). For anyone under 18, the form must be signed by a parent or guardian. All signatures must be witnessed by an adult TSA member.

Cost: $120 for a 20-30 minute flight payable on the field in cash or check only. No credit or debit cards accepted.

Email rides@texassoaring.org for information.

Learn to Fly Gliders

For Those New to Flying

No experience is necessary! If you have dreamed of flying gliders or adding a glider rating to your pilot certificate, you can learn as a member of Texas Soaring Association.

Flying gliders is an FAA-regulated activity. You will begin with introductory instruction from a FAA Certified CFI-G (Certified Flight Instructor-Glider) in theory and training flights. The time it takes to solo in a glider varies depending on how much time you have to devote to training and how quickly you progress.

Email Marco Raaijmakers, our Membership Director, at dutchliar@hotmail.com for information.

Glider Add-On Rating

If you hold an FAA pilot certificate, you can become a member of Texas Soaring Association and get your glider rating. Your instructor will develop a training program that fits your experience level and ignite your passion for soaring.

Visiting LICENSED Glider Pilots

Texas Soaring Association offers short-term memberships for glider pilots who are visiting the area and wish to fly. You must be a current member of the Soaring Society of America and hold a current FAA glider rating to take a tow at TSA. You must also comply with the club rules, operations manual and any other applicable regulations.

Prospective members who would like to fly in are welcome. Announce on 123.30. Pattern is left traffic to runway 18 and right traffic to runway 36.

Please note: TSA is a private airfield.

Email: dutchliar@hotmail.com for information.

We Love Tow Pilots!

TSA is run by volunteers who are members of the club. This includes our instructors and our tow pilots. Glider pilots need tow pilots to get in the air. We have a number of members who primarily enjoy flying our Pawnee towplanes. If you have 100+ hours of tailwheel time, we would be happy to talk with you about towing for TSA.

Again, all towpilots are club members and volunteers - none of us get paid for our time. That's how we keep the cost of flying down!

Let us know if you are interested. Email: dutchliar@hotmail.com for information.

Address: 9270 Singleton Rd., Midlothian, TX 76065 | PO Box 1069 | Phone: 972.775.4234