"E. A. Grens" wrote in message ...
CG hooks on tow do not create a problem for competent pilots.

That's true, by definition: "A competent pilot is one for whom CG
hooks on tow do not cause problems." The trouble is - as my club has
found out - is that many pilots don't know whether or not they are
competent in this regard. We do some very wild towing in primary
rotor: even with a nose hook the tow can be a testing experience!

Ian