Harris Hill Soaring Center

= VISITORS' SERVICES / FEES =

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Hours of Operation

For Public Rides

From the first weekend of April to the end of October, we operate on weekends 10 AM to 6 PM, weather permitting.

Also, from the end of June until the end of August, we are open 7 days a week, from 10 AM to 6 PM.

No appointments are taken; just drop in. We operate on a first-come, first-served basis.

Only one passenger per glider flight is permitted (FAA regulations).

Throughout the winter, though officially closed, we do try to operate on flyable weekends.

Safety requirements limits passenger's weight to 225 lbs in the SGS 2-32 sailplane and 245 lbs in the ASK-21 sailplane.

Note: You can find the location of a local soaring site where you can either take a glider ride or pursue flying lessons. Go to the Soaring Society of America's website at: http://www.ssa.org/contests/SoaringLocUpper.asp

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Public Glider Ride Prices

 

Glider rides are typically 15-20 minutes in length, depending on conditions. Sailplane selection is subject to aircraft availability at the time of your flight. Safety requirements limits passenger's weight to 225 lbs in the SGS 2-32 sailplane and 245 lbs in the ASK-21 sailplane.

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Glider Ride Gift Certificates

Gift Certificates for glider rides make excellent gifts for special occassions! You may purchase HHSC Gift Certificates by phone or by mail. Gift Certificates can be used on any day of normal flight center operation, and are redeemable indefinitely. (We actually have had 30-year old gift certificates redeemed for rides!)

By Phone: Call 607-796-2988, and speak to our Secretary. Payment by Visa, MasterCard, and check accepted. Checks should be made out to "Harris Hill Soaring Corporation". No S+H charges are applied.

In Person: You can purchase Harris Hill Soaring Gift Certificates for glider rides in person at the Windrider Gift Shop in the nearby National Soaring Museum. Gift Certificates can no longer be purchased at the Harris Hill Soaring walk-up window.

By Mail: Send check and/or credit card information to Harris Hill Soaring Corporation, P.O. Box 544, Horseheads, New York 14845-0544. You may print out our simple Gift Certificate Order Form for your convenience. Be sure to include your return address! No S+H charges are applied.

Glider Ride Gift Certificates

ASK-21 High Performance Glider		$80
SGS 2-33 Training Glider		$70

If you have questions about Glider Ride Gift Certificates, please call us at 607-796-2988,

or send e-mail to secretary@harrishillsoaring.org.

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Differences Between the Gliders

Both the Schleicher ASK-21 and the Schweizer 2-33 are capable, safe gliders, and are well-maintained for your flying safety and pleasure at Harris Hill. Safety requirements limits passenger's weight to 225 lbs in the SGS 2-32 sailplane and 245 lbs in the ASK-21 sailplane.
The Schleicher ASK-21 is a German-built fiberglass ship designed in the mid 1970's and used throughout the world as a rugged, docile ship for rides and training. It is fast, quiet and has ergonomically comfortable (semi-reclining) seating. It is capable of aerobatics, but your pilot won't be demonstrating that during your ride!
The Schweizer SGS 2-33 is a steel, aluminum and fabric ship designed in the late 1960's primarily as a training glider. Our ships are still very close to their roots, as they were manufactured right here in Elmira by the Schweizer brothers. The 2-33 is a docile ship, has excellent visibility, but has more wind noise than the ASK-21. You sit quite upright, as in a chair, when riding the 2-33. It is the most widely used training glider in the U.S.

Groups and Corporate Services

Harris Hill Soaring may be able to provide your group with a memorable soaring experience at a reduced group rate. Clubs and corporate recognition events have successfully included a soaring outing at Harris Hill Soaring and the National Soaring Museum, using the adjacent Chemung County Park (Harris Hill Park) for picnics and recreation.

If you are interested in exploring a group activity at Harris Hill Soaring, please contact our VP of Marketing.

Information regarding the use of the Harris Hill Recreational Park may be obtained from Chemung County Parks Department, Ph: 607-737-2907.

HHSC Fees and Services

Updated 04/21/2008

Demo flights (for public)	$80.00	high performance sailplane (ASK-21)
	$70.00	trainer sailplane (SGS 2-33)

HHSC Rates for 2005		Senior	Associate	Associate	Junior	Non-Member		HHSC
		Active	Active	Limited	Member	and Contest	Guest	Spouse
Tows:
Hook Up		$7.00	$7.00	$14.00		$14.00	$14.00
Per 1000 Ft		$7.00	$7.00	$10.00	$3.00	$14.00	$14.00
Rentals / Hour
Schweizer		$6.00	$6.00	$12.00	$6.00		$12.00
Schleicher K-21		$9.00	$9.00	$18.00	$9.00		$18.00
Discus CS		$9.00	$9.00	$18.00			$18.00
Duo Discus		$12.00	$12.00	$24.00	$12.00		$24.00
Check Ride						$40.00	$40.00
Daily Dues							$10.00
Annual Dues			$32.00	$32.00				$37.00
Monthly Dues		$20.00			$3.00
Aero Retrieve (Rate per air mile, one way)		$1.50	$1.50	$1.50	$1.50	$3.00	$3.00	$3.00
SSA and NSM Membership		$89.00	$89.00	$89.00	$46.00			$89.00

Prior to solo, junior members receive instruction flights at a cost of $6.00 plus four flying credit hours of worked airfield duty.

New Member Fees

New members to HHSC are required to pay an initiation fee of $200, non-refundable, plus $89 for their first year's dues for SSA and NSM.

Fees for Aero-Retrieves

Fees - See table above Example retrieve distances from nearby sites: Costa's (Corning-Painted Post) - 10 nm Towanda - 30.4 nm Dansville - 45.1 nm Hammondsport - 22.6 nm Avoca - 28.4 nm Penn Yan - 31.8 nm Tri-Cities - 36.1 nm Grand Canyon - 32.3 nm Schweizer's (Chemung County) - equal to 2000 foot tow from HH HHSC emergency field - equal to 2000 foot tow from HH

Group Discounts for Public Rides

A group discount rate is available for groups of 10 or more upon application and approval of the Board of Directors. Your ticket prices will be set by the HHSC Board of Directors, but $60/ride for 15 minute rides is typical.

Visiting Pilots' Services

Harris Hill Soaring Corporation often hosts regional and national soaring competitions. In the spirit of reciprocity HHSC may allow properly rated and FAA-current glider pilots to fly HHSC club equipment, following the required familiarization and safety check-out procedures. These services are a privilege and may be awarded to individuals on a case-by-case basis. Please see the table above for rates and fees for services.

If you need information about temporary flying privileges at Harris Hill Soaring, please contact either our Secretary or the VP of Operations.

Topographic map - showing the Harris Hill area, the HHSC airstrip and the HHSC emergency landing field.

Glider Pilot's Guide to Flying in Harris Hill Airspace - Complete guide to flying the peculiarities of HHSC airspace. Special attention is given to the standing procedures between HHSC and the KELM air traffic conntrol tower at Elmira-Corning Regional Airport.

For Members

We fly year 'round, weather permitting. The runway is hard surfaced and is often kept plowed in the winter time. Therefore, we fly most weekends when the weather permits. Other flying (weekday afternoons in Fall and Spring) is not firmly scheduled, but occurs frequently. Please give us a call, we might be flying.

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04/22/2008