Bert Willing wrote:
Then you probably don't want to fly out of quite a number of places in
Europe :-(

"Jack" wrote in message
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Andy wrote:

I think limiting the discussion to takeoff distance misses the point.
I like to know if I can expect a climb rate that will allow me to
return to the airport, or other known safe landing area, from any
point in the tow.

This sounds to me like an absolutely essential point for a safe operation
anywhere, anytime.


That is true. I am fortunate enough to soar over the relatively flat
fields of N. Illinois -- and that's the way I like it. It's a lot
more fun when the risk is minimized for those of us who have been
lucky enough to have lived to maturity in spite of the risks.



Jack