Get ready for a great experience!!!

Please prepare for your day at the airfield by reading the following safety information

  1. Flying Sailplanes is a very safe and enjoyable experience - and MGSA ensures that Discovery Rides are provided only by FAA certified Commercial pilots in modern glass sailplanes. 
  2. For your safety - people, pets and vehicles need to stay a good distance off the runways at all times.  Monroe is an active airport that is visited by a wide variety of aircraft
  3. Always keep a good look out for moving aircraft, and keep all children and pets under direct supervision. Airfields can be dangerous places for the unwary.
  4. Please remain well clear of the tow plane anytime the engine is running, whether or not it is moving.
  5. Please do not approach or stand on the runway until instructed to do so.
  6. To protect both you and our FAA certified Commercial pilots - while in the air, please listen carefully and follow the commands and instructions of the pilot.
  7. In the discretion of the ride pilot, cameras may be allowed but must either be on a strap around your neck, remain in your hands, or be stowed in one of the side pouches in the cockpit. 
  8. Under no circumstances should a camera be placed in your lap or between your legs as it may slip away and jam the flight controls.
  9. Please stow all cell phones in your personal pockets or one of the side pouches in the cockpit.  Again, under no circumstances should a cell phone be placed in your lap or between your legs.
  10. Would you like to fly the plane for a brief spell?  Feel free to ask the ride pilot if you can get some stick time!
  11. Avoid walking under the wings of parked gliders. Assume someone is going to lift the opposite wing while you are walking under it.
  12. Get ready for a great experience!!!


Please review the safety rules and read the Discovery Flight Waiver before arriving at the airport. Bring the waiver with you on the day of your flight.