DG Flugzeugbau GmbH
Flight manual DG-500M
Winch launch (only allowed at the C.G. release)
Set the wing flaps to +10°.
Set the trim fully nose down for winch launch. To accomplish this, operate
trimmer lever on the control column and push the control knob on the left
cockpit wall to its forwardmost position.
Caution: During ground roll and initial take-off (especially when flying solo)
push the control stick to its forwardmost position or fully nosedown to prevent
excessive nose up pitching rotation during initial take-off.
After reaching safety altitude gradually pull back some on the stick, so that the
glider will not pick up excessive speed. Don't pull too hard.
After reaching release altitude pull the tow release knob.
Recommended winch launch airspeed 110-120 km/h (60-65 kts).
Caution: Do not fly at less than 90 km/h (49kts) or not more than 140 km/h
(76 kts).
Warning: Winch launch with high take off weight requires a powerful winch!
Issued: Febr. 1992 App. 4.17
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