If you are looking for a digital version to fly today, several high-quality community projects bring the "Barge" to modern flight simulators:

Whether you are a virtual pilot looking to experience its unique open-cockpit side-by-side seating or a modeler seeking a detailed digital reference, here is everything you need to know about this iconic trainer. Why the Slingsby T21b is a Fan Favorite

Reliving Aviation History: The Slingsby T21b "Sedbergh" Air Cadets Glider

For those who prefer building in the real world, you can find free RC scale glider plans and blueprints for various scales, ranging from 1/4 to 1/72. Flight Specs at a Glance

The T21b isn't your typical sleek, modern fiberglass sailplane. It is a wooden-winged, fabric-covered time machine.

Unlike most trainers where the instructor sits behind the student, the T21b features side-by-side seating, allowing for a shared experience and an unobstructed bird’s-eye view.

A highly detailed Slingsby T21B for X-Plane was recently released, featuring custom Fmod sounds that capture the whistling wind of the open cockpit.

It is famous for its stable, forgiving flight characteristics. Real-world pilots describe its handling as "delightful" but sometimes "delayed," like a "sack of mashed potato"—in the best way possible.

In this lesson, you learned how to:

• Download the Term-LAB application from the Internet
• Install the Term-LAB application on your computer

Complete the quiz on the following page to assess your mastery of the instructions presented in this lesson.

Good Luck!