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History
The club was founded in 1971 -- but its roots go back to 1967 when Bob Nady returned from an extended work assignment in India. While there, Bob learned to soar with many British-taught enthusiasts. Bob teamed up with Jack Smith and Carl Zeliadt -- Jack brought the first towplane (a Stinson 108) and Carl brought his lengthy experience in aircraft repair. Later George Kizer became the club's most experienced tow pilot. Since those early days, the club has prided itself on making soaring as accessible as possible -- keeping dues and rental rates low. The Silent Knights also are dedicated to teaching the next generation to fly -- instruction is free, and probably always will be. The club can keep costs so low because of the continual efforts of members to pitch in -- from towing gliders, to teaching, to mowing the grass and performing light fix-it jobs. |
