reemas

i have been using a up-start to launch this glider. i use the dynaflight up-start for planes up to 100"

but recently some guys at my field said to use the winch lightly.
im a new flyer and they launched it slowly, although it kept coming off. any advice on if this is safe?

its only 58" wingpspan and its primarily a handlaunch so i dont know if its safe.

also, u can see the plane at hobby-lobby.com


thanks!

SoarNeck

Built-up or foam wing version?

reemas

its the arf built-up version... you can see it here: http://hobby-lobby.com/filip.htm

thanks from your time!!

SoarNeck

In that case, you should be fine to use a high-start. That wing will flutter if it's oversped, but it's reasonably strong from what I've been told.

The high-start will actually be easier to use in this case, since the pull is continuous instead of jerky. Buy a fishing scale and use it to monitor how much pull you add to the line. Stop when the wing flex becomes excessive, and be careful when using high-tension in the wind.