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Old November 22nd 11, 09:49 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
Bart[_4_]
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Default New type of Launch Method? Video

On Nov 22, 11:04*am, sisu1a wrote:
was still really tame compared to the helicopter launches (New
Zealand) I got on vid... * *initial launch and first 1000' or so is
'normal' aerotow, but after that the chopper really starts climbing


Given a choice, I think I would rather go with a helicopter. I'd say
that the "normal aerotow" part at the beginning makes it much safer.

By the way, are you planning to fly anytime soon?

Bart