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"david whitley" wrote:

Hi group
I need some basic instruction.... I've been noticing tie down ropes. The
knots folks use are all over the map. Is there a basic "best" knot for tying
down the bird? We're looking at windy weather here in the NE this weekend.
The ropes here on the Vineyard are poly-something.
A link to a picture would be nice.
Dave



Years ago, I read articles on tying down for tropical storms. What I can
remember is:

1. Tie down both the tail AND nosewheel (for tri-gear planes).

2. Stretch a 2x4 spanwise on each wing at the spar to kill lift and
attach it with ropes. (150 kt winds will cause a lot of lift.)

3. Make sure that all control surfaces have gust locks.