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Old 08-02-2009, 06:33 AM   #1
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Aerotowing in the Maritimes

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WE did it, We did it.

Aerotowing yesterday was a great success and lotsa fun. It wasn't as hard as we thought it was going to be. Careful preparation and great advice from Jim D helped in making this a successful venture into Aerotowing.

WE used a Hostetler Decathlon for the Tug with a DA100. The only issue we had with it is that there was some flutter in the tail. Not really surprised as it was way over powered with the DA100. It weighs 31 lbs and the vertical performance was definetely non-scale.

The Glider is a ASW 17 that I had scratch built, wingspan is144" . It flew great as well. I have flown alot of gliders in the past and this one is the best so far.

Thanks to everyone that helped yesterday.

More Pictures: http://msebastien.albumpost.com/Aerotowing

Videos: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TalYo3oDqk

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Old 08-02-2009, 08:06 AM   #2
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Re: Aerotowing in the Maritimes
Hi Mike,

Glad that everything went well. Definetly the only way to launch the large sailplanes. We normally tow to 1000 ft. or higher if the tug and sailplane are offering good visibility.
Glad you enjoyed yourself.
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Old 08-02-2009, 12:31 PM   #3
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Two words........very jealous. Good for you guy's

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Old 08-02-2009, 03:29 PM   #4
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Re: Aerotowing in the Maritimes
Who is that ugly guy in the third picture that is bent over working on his plane? LOL

Mike: You don't happen to have any of those videos I took on your PC do you?
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Old 08-02-2009, 04:53 PM   #5
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Who is that ugly guy in the third picture that is bent over working on his plane? LOL

Mike: You don't happen to have any of those videos I took on your PC do you?
I have the videos and will be posting them shortly
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That was lots of fun Mike, got to get my glider done now. Thanks for the sailing lesson too ...
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Congrats, looks like you flew right till dark!

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I have no experience in towing, but I have a Multiplex Mentor and could offer my services, it would be for lighter planes of course.
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