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Continue your soaring education in high performance, well- equipped sailplanes, and in the world's best soaring conditions! The natural progression for a soaring pilot who has mastered the basics of our sport is to become a safe, confident cross country pilot. SoaringNV's instructors will work with you on the theory and practice of cross-country flight in a high performance Duo Discus that will prepare you to step into a modern single-place ship and set off on your own for advanced badge and record flight.  We include modern flight recorders that will allow you to review daily flights graphically so you progress more rapidly to more advanced flying.  Fly over the western desert or Sierra Nevada Mountains as you spread your wings and develop your ability to soar safely far from your home field.

A five-day adventure package includes the two-place glider,  instructor, oxygen, parachute, data logger and one tow per day for $3,000.  It does not include travel to Minden, lodging or meals.