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Tow plane airspeed vs. glider being towed airspeed?
Asked a question I could not answer yesterday.....
Why does the towplane indicated airspeed always indicate so much higher than the glider behind? As much as 10 knots. Consistent with the Pipers, Cessnas and Grummans. And yes, compensated for kts. vs. mph. Thanks, Michael |
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MHende6388 wrote:
Asked a question I could not answer yesterday..... I presume the pitot tube is nowhere near the tow hook of the glider?, David NL |
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I take it that the tug IS in knots and not MPH as our cub is, and most US
aircraft. Peter S DLA "MHende6388" wrote in message ... Asked a question I could not answer yesterday..... Why does the towplane indicated airspeed always indicate so much higher than the glider behind? As much as 10 knots. Consistent with the Pipers, Cessnas and Grummans. And yes, compensated for kts. vs. mph. Thanks, Michael |
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