An unpowered, soaring aircraft capable of maintaining level flight for long periods of time after release from tow and of gaining altitude using wind currents, as opposed to a GLIDER. Found on http://www.aerofiles.com/glossary.html
(from the article `airplane`) ...are usually used for flight training and have the capability to fly reasonable distances when they are catapulted or towed into the air (see ... ...of a slingshot, or by winch tow, which works like a giant fishing reel, with the glider attached to one end like a fish. While hang gliders ... ...and con... Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/s/7
An unpowered, soaring aircraft capable of maintaining level flight for long periods of time after release from tow and of gaining altitude using wind currents, as opposed to a GLIDER. Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22323