3.4 - Soft Release

Lesson Objective

During this lesson, the learner will learn to reduce wear and tear on the glider's tow hook. This is sometimes the procedure at fields that use Schweizer gliders. Its adoption and use is not universal. 

Regulatory Requirement

Pre-Solo pilot (Student Pilot and Transition Pilots): 
Private Pilot Test Candidate: 

Content

• When to use the soft release
• Soft release procedure

Completion Standard

The learner will be able to consistently perform a soft release.