Here are the facts. The La Jolla Historical Society is making a film about the story of historic TP gliderport. It is called "Soaring Torrey Pines." It tells the history of TP from the earliest sailplane days to the present. It is produced by Bill Liscomb, so the quality is outstanding. There are many groups involved, both fliers and pilots, as well as people that simply love the site for its historical and visual uniqueness. Many of them are supporting the making of the film through donation requests from their respective local and national associations. The SDHGPA is the local HG & PG club and the USHPA is our national assn. As a RD I was approached and asked to present the request to the BoD at our upcoming meeting. I support the effort and will be glad to make a presentation. This is about preserving the site, now and well into the future, as a soaring destination for all. The film is a tool that has already been helpful. An 11 min. short version is available and will be used in the Torrey Pines State Reserve educational presentations. Thousands of visitors every year will see some great HG and PG footage and may even be enticed to visit the flight park. When City of SD officials are asked to help us, they will get a dvd along with the request. The possibilities are many. The only relationship to the concession at Torrey has been their generous support. See this as an opportunity or a conspiracy, or however you like. As of right now, it is an idea looking for some help.

I agree, favors and paybacks!

Now that the S.O. position is gone, the instructors, at least in Tx., really seem smug, like nobody can fly without their approval. IMO