On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 9:12:10 AM UTC-5, Hartley Falbaum wrote:
Is the Sparrowhawk handling suitable for a low time glider pilot who flies infrequently? How is pitch and roll sensitivity compared to say, a Discus B? One of our club members seems to have a big problem staying in position on tow. He does just OK in a K21. I need to know how to help him or conversely, suggest he do something else. I have 1-26 , 1-34, LS4, ASW20, ASW 27, DG808, and Discus CS experience.

Thanks in Advance

Hartley Falbaum CFIG, USA

One thing I forgot to mention, after the first flight I switched to very thin sole shoes, maybe suggest they do as well, or even try barefoot. The rudder bars are connected via rope to the rudder and provide very little feed back.