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Ground launch payout winch systems...Are they suitable for gliders?



 
 
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Old September 22nd 08, 01:06 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default Ground launch payout winch systems...Are they suitable for gliders?

It seems that a payout winch similar to those used for hang gliders
might be useful as a more efficient alternative to auto tows. You can
make better use of the runway length and have perhaps a safer launch
with proper calibration. Is anyone using such systems? Are they
practical? Are they in fact better than a straight auto tow?
 




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