Key operational procedures

Question 1

Do you need permission to winch launch gliders in the UK?

Answer 1

Yes, the CAA must have granted written permission to winch launch gliders above 60 meters.

Question 2

What are the currency rules for an SPL in the UK?

Answer 2

With an SPL, in the last 24 months you must have done 5hrs PIC and 15 launches and 2 training flights with an instructor.

Question 3

What are the requirements to be current on a certain type of launch for an SPL?

Answer 3

5 launches of that type in the last 24 months. However, bungeeing only requires 2