3.9 - Slack Rope on Tow
Required for Solo: 14 CFR 61.87(i)(19)
Required for Private: 14 CFR 61.107(b)(6)(x)
Lesson Objective
During this lesson, the learner will recognize and resolve slack line while on aerotow.
Regulatory Requirement
Pre-Solo pilot (Student Pilot and Transition Pilots): 14 CFR 61.87(i)(19)
Private Pilot Test Candidate: 14 CFR 61.107(b)(6)(x)
Content
- Avoid the rope
- Stabilize / slow down
- Absorb Shock
- Practice Slack Rope Recovery
Completion Standard
The learner will be able to recover from a slack line condition in straight flight with minimal stress on the rope, while at all times remaining above the tow plane.
You're offline. Some features may be unavailable.