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Old March 13th 18, 02:48 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
Dan Marotta
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Default cockpit exit assist for older pilots

If you have time, pull the rudder pedals up close, though I don't know
if they or their mounts are strong enough for that.

On 3/12/2018 3:35 PM, wrote:
On Sunday, March 11, 2018 at 6:47:50 PM UTC-7, wrote:
What devices and or methods are available to assist older pilots in exiting sailplane cockpits (on the ground)?

It might help if there was some place the feet could be braced, to allow the leg muscles to assist pushing back and up.


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Dan, 5J