First article.

The U.S. Hang Gliding Association World Championship is more than just a curiosity in Big Spring. It generates $400,000 to $500,000 in revenues with restaurant, hotel and business customers, plus a sense of fun.

Second.

"With the best pilots, it's not only a question of working the lift you're in, it's planning ahead based on where you think the lift will be along the course," Boulter said.

Like the Tour de France, there is usually a lead group or "gaggle." If there are no clouds, pilots fly in a gaggle to find lift. "It's a funny combination of cooperation and competition," Boulter said.

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