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-====== New Members ======
+====== 8. New Members ======
 First of all, a special and warm welcome to the SGC on what is hopefully a long and enjoyable gliding career. There is a lot to take in when starting gliding, the learning curve is steep and you never really stop learning (which is one of gliding’s many attractions!).
-Please see our {{:airfieldmanual:new_members_handbook_july_2025_rev_4.pdf|New Member's Handbook}}  which will give you a good start as to what to expect as a new member.
+Please see our {{:governance:sgc_new_members_handbook_jan_2026_rev_5a.pdf|New Member's Handbook}}  which will give you a good start as to what to expect as a new member.
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   * There’s a structured training plan so don’t worry about what you’ll be taught and when. Make sure you start and update your Pre-Solo Training and Ground Training Progress cards and your flying logbook.
-  * If you’d like to know a bit more behind the flying lessons you’re being given then take a look at [[https://members.gliding.co.uk/library/gliding-basics/|Gliding Basics]] on the BGA website, but remember that reading is one thing, doing is another.
+  * Some self-study will help you make progress, and we recommend the excellent [[http://members.gliding.co.uk/learning-to-fly/student-pilot-manual/|Student Pilot Manual]] that's available from the BGA website or through the SGC office.
   * Finally and most importantly, be safe! The way to do this is to follow the guidelines and procedures set out in this document as best you can. Initially it will feel like there’s just too much information and stuff but you’ll soon get the hang of it.