DG-1000S - DG Flugzeugbau
DG-1000S - DG Flugzeugbau
DG-1000S - DG Flugzeugbau
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Flight manual <strong>DG</strong>-<strong>1000S</strong><br />
2.11 Aerotow, winch and autotow launching<br />
2.11.1 Weak links<br />
Winch<br />
launching<br />
aerotow<br />
max. 11000 N<br />
(2425 lbs.)<br />
11000 N (2425 lbs.)<br />
recommended 10000 N 10000 N + 1000 N (2200 lbs. ± 220 lbs.) for tow<br />
+ 1000 N behind aeroplanes<br />
(2200 lbs. 6000 N + 600 N (1323 lbs. + 132 lbs.) for tow<br />
± 220 lbs.) behind slow tow planes eg. Ultralight planes or<br />
touring motorgliders<br />
2.11.2 Towing cables<br />
For aerotow 30-70 m (100 - 230 ft)<br />
Material: hemp- or plastic fibres<br />
2.11.3 Max. towing speeds<br />
maximum maximum<br />
Aerotow VT = 185km/h 100 kts.<br />
Winch- and autotow VW = 150 km/h 81 kts.<br />
2.11.4 Tow Release<br />
The C.G. tow release (installed in front of the main wheel) is suitable only for<br />
winch- and auto launching..<br />
The nose hook is to be used only for aerotow.<br />
2.12 Crosswinds<br />
The demonstrated crosswind velocity is 15 km/h (8 kts.) according to the<br />
airworthiness requirements.<br />
Issued: February 2011 TN1000/18 App. 2.10