Rev. 02 – July 16
th
, 2009
5 Performance
Towing Glider Supplement 10.2 - 10
5.4 Remarks
Based on the rules of the Light Sport Aircraft airworthiness standards
the maximum dimension is defined by the weight of the glider to be
towed, without consideration of tower glider aerodynamics. During
the flight test with the DG-1000T a maximum permissible glider
weight of 1.580 lb has been demonstrated.
For glider with a maximum permissible glider weight of 1.580lb, but
less favourable aerodynamics than the DG-1000T, a lower climb rate
and significantly longer take-off distance are to be expected.
Inexperienced pilots should start with an one person lightweight
glider and increase the glider weight step by step.
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