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So PIC time is not dual time, so how do we get a new tow pilot 3 PIC flights in a glider? It didn't used to require PIC time, as I remember, just 3 flights, right? 61.69a(6) Page 74 in the 2015 FAR AIM Boggs

I needed to move a Blanik L23 trailer over the weekend. Using my 2" tow hitch ball and I had a heck of a time disconnecting the two. I knew that the Blanik trailer has what I assume is a 50mm tongue. I was kind of surprised that my 2" ball (which works out to be 50.8mm) would be a problem...

I was quoted $3,500 to $4,000 by the Mercedes Benz dealer to install a factory tow hitch on to a ML 350 Bluetech 2011! I was wondering if anyone else had this happen and if so, where did you go to have the work done and were you happy with it? I live in Southern Cal.

I am seeking information on installing a glider tow hitch on Piper Cherokee Aircraft. Anyone have experience, pictures or paper work? Thanks Bill Snead

Hi there, I am looking for a Schweizer type tow hook for installation on Cessna 182 or 185. Does any one have one in the garage and can sell it? Thanks, Jacek Washington State

Looking for information on installing a tow hook on a 182, 337, STC,

Does anyone have a 337 they can share to demonstrate to the FAA that a 150-150 is suitable for towing gliders?

Our club is looking for a tow hook for 182, in particular Schweizer (partnumber 0500228-2) which is the STC'd approved hook for the Cessna 182. Any pointers are welcome. Thanks Ramy

Has anybody gotten an STC for a tow hook or have any experience putting a tow hook on a 185? -- Gary Boggs 3650 Airport Dr. Hood River, Oregon, USA 97031-9613

Our club is looking at new tow plane. The plane has a Schweizer tow hook with "1200 lbs max" stamped on it. Does anybody know what that relates to? Is this the max gross weight of the glider or max tow tension or...? I've tried Schweizer, but they couldn't help since they are no longer making tow...

Simple question, but why are tow hooks marked, "1200 lbs Max weight", like the Schweitzer type release, towing big heavy 21M ships, ships with water, Grobs and others over 1300 lb gross weights? Actual pulling weight? Is there an FAR? Thanks.

Thanks for all the private responses. I don't have everything needed for a legal installation yet but I am now relatively certain it is possible. Neal Pfeiffer was kind enough to put me in touch with Charles Pate at Cessna's Structural Engineering Department. Charles directed me to the FAA's...

Just purchased a Cessna 180 and hope to use it occasionally for glider towing. Found an STC for hook installation by Javelin Aircraft which seems not to be around anymore. Gasser Banner says they don't have one. Having towed behind a C-180 at Seminole Lake I know it is possible. Tim Mara says Karl...

Our tow pilot seems to be suffering from a new disease that we have diagnosed as TOW IMMUNITY SYNDROME. I guess this happens when you get a bit older and don't see things as you once did. Let me describe the symptoms and please let me know of a remedy. First, he has lost a bit of spunk, shows up...

Here's a view of tow operations in Llano in late July. Thanks to all our great tow pilots for making our contest possible! Great job! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm2ctPMMqyw -GE

I have recently purchased a DG-300, and am in the process of getting it ready to fly this next season. If you have any equipment you are looking to sell, Please forward me pictures and price. I need a wing wheel, one man rigging unit, tow bar. Send to jschaffer at techno-mation dot com.

I'm looking foe a used wing wheel, tow bar and one man rigging device for a Ventus b, shipped from the US. David

Any ideas for tow out gear, for this, or other wood and fabric winged gliders? Photo's of workable arangements greatly appreciated. Regards John

Interested in purchasing a used tow bar w/axle for dolly, wing wheel and a one-man rig. Needs to fit a Libelle. If you have any/all sitting around gathering dust, let me know. r/Jim 9XL