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Old September 6th 07, 07:30 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default Winch launch procedure and accidents

On Sep 5, 5:30 pm, "Jim Vincent" wrote:
The issue might not be violence, per se, but more the quick acceleration of
the launch compresses the seat pillow, moving the pilot back. Unless you're
on the ball, this can lead to unintended pull back on the stick. If your
hand is on the release, you might release by mistake. I prefer to keep my
knuckles on the release so I can easily reach it.

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Wrong kind of seat cushion?