Windy City Soaring Association - Memories 2025

'There is no sport in the world quite equal to that which aviators enjoy while being carried through the air on great white wings. Compared with the motion of a jolting automobile is not flying real poetry?' - Wilbur Wright

Photos and clips credit: Bill De Carlo, Bill Freeman and Debby (video creator and channel owner)

We will be hosting 1-26 Championships May 13-20, 2026, If there is any chance you might join us as a Pilot, Volunteer, or Tow Pilot please complete the form in the first comment below to get on our contact list. https://tinyurl.com/2026ChampsPoll

*Please join 1-26 Glider Pilot Group on Facebook for the latest
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Windy City Soaring Association (WCSA) is a non-profit organization, a 501(c)(7) social club, dedicated to the promotion and enjoyment of soaring. Our members are also part of the Soaring Society of America (SSA). The purpose of the Windy City Soaring Association is educational and our intent is to have members participate in a program of education and training in the art and science of soaring within a club atmosphere.

Season: April thru November (weekend operation)

More on airport information:
https://skyvector.com/airport/0C2/Hin...

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Purchase An Introductory Flight With Us
https://www.windycitysoaring.org/store

With your purchase you will receive:
• An Introductory Flight in a dual control sailplane (AKA a glider)
• You'll fly with a certificated commercial pilot or flight instructor
• A tow to 4000 feet
• A glider ride of about 30 minutes
• Flight time depends on conditions and maneuvers performed
• Amazing panoramic views and the joy of soaring like bird

After you purchase your flight:
• Call us at (815) 286-7200 to make your flight reservation. Please leave a message, we are often not at the field, but WILL return your message.

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https://www.windycitysoaring.org (check out our webcams!)
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