I do not understand why winch launch is not popular in the USA.

Its cheap, safe, fast and FUN. Winch launching gliders combines the
rollercoaster first 50 seconds, with all the nice quiet peaceful stuff
for the rest of the flight. Best of both worlds...

Only disadvantage is it needs an extra person on the winch and some
radio co-ordination.


Udo Rumpf wrote:
Too bad that not more clubs operate winches in the US. Would someone
be able to offer an explanation for this?

Ulrich Neumann
Libelle 'GM'


It is interesting, that no one has picked up on this.
Every body appears to be concerned about the decline of
member ship and how important it is to get young people into
gliding. Here is a way to substantially reduce the cost in North America,
for young aspiring Glider Pilots.
Regards
Udo