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Pathways to Aviation Event
On April 7th, Pathways to Aviation will host our annual event. This year, “Soaring to New Heights in Nevada Skies” will focus on gliding and bring…
Wave Camp Announced – April 11 – 18
Minden Soaring Club is bringing back the annual wave camp. Emphasis will be on how to go cross-country using wave soaring rather than just…
Winter Storm Hits Minden
Our first real storn of the season hit Minden. We got most of the fleet out of the weather but our trust SGS 2-32 that…
Spring Wave Season Approaching
Get ready for exceptional soaring conditions as we enter the prime wave season. Check out our weather briefings and flight planning resources.
Understanding Mountain Wave Flying
Learn the basics of mountain wave conditions at Minden and how pilots take advantage of these powerful soaring opportunities.
New Downwind Wave Distance Record
Gordon Boettger and Bruce Campbell used 7 different wave systems to set the continental record for distance to a goal.
New Staging Office Arrives
We add an air-conditioned ops shack and restroom to our staging area.
Tuuliann Stars in Video
Our 2025 Summer Assistant Operations Manager starred in an informational video promoting the upcoming Pathways to Aviation event. Clearly, Tuulianna has hidden talents. She’s going…
Youth Aviation Adventure Day
Minden Soaring Club teamed up with the Sport Aviation Foundation to host teenagers for a YAA training day.
Youth Scholarship Applications Open
Applications for our 2026 Youth Soaring Scholarship are now being accepted. Deadline is December 15th.
New Club Glider Added to Fleet
We are excited to announce the arrival of our new training aircraft. It’s a Blanik L-13 that has been rebuilt to satisfy the FAA…