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535 - SPL - During the last phase of a winch launch, the glider pilot does not release pull on the elevator. The automatic latch releases the cable at high wing load. What consequences have to be considered?

Question 535 - Operational Procedures - SPL - Sailplane Pilot License

A higher altitude can be reached using this technique
Extreme stress on the structure of the glider plane
This technique can compensate for insufficient wind correction
Only by this sudden jerk the release of the cable can be assured

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