n.滑翔机
v.驾驶（小型）滑翔机飞行

The sailplane glided gracefully through the sky.
这架滑翔机优雅地在天空中滑行。
He learned to fly a sailplane before moving on to powered aircraft.
他在学习驾驶动力飞机之前，先学会了驾驶滑翔机。
The sailplane was launched from the tow plane at an altitude of 5,000 feet.
滑翔机从5,000英尺高的拖曳飞机上被释放。
They spend their weekends soaring in their favorite sailplane model.
他们周末喜欢驾驶最喜欢的滑翔机型翱翔。
The sailplane's wingspan is impressive, stretching over 60 feet.
滑翔机的翼展令人印象深刻，超过60英尺。
The pilot managed to land the sailplane safely after running out of thermals.
飞行员在热气流耗尽后成功地将滑翔机降落。
The sailplane competition attracted enthusiasts from all around the world.
滑翔机比赛吸引了来自世界各地的爱好者。
The sailplane experienced turbulence during its descent, but the pilot handled it well.
滑翔机在下降过程中遇到了湍流，但飞行员处理得很好。
To become a licensed sailplane instructor, one must have extensive flight experience.
要成为滑翔机教练，必须有丰富的飞行经验。
The sailplane's lightweight design allows it to harness the wind and soar for hours.
滑翔机的轻质设计使其能够利用风力持续翱翔数小时。