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Ranks and Grades
 
The rank and grade system that operates in gliding schools may at first sight seem a little confusing. These pages have been written to try and explain the difference between the two.

Rank effectively refers to the title that a person holds while grade is a reflection of the flying experience a person has. Thus, as the gliding school is a flying unit, grade may often be more important than rank. To find out more follow the links below

Rank Explained

Grade Explained