POH LTF-UL-2019 C42B Issue 1 • Pilot Operating Handbook
POH LTF-UL-2019 C42B Issue 1
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In order to achieve optimum performance during take-off and the towing of
slow flying gliders, towing with flaps in flap position 1 is permitted.
Important:
Before towing, the pilot of the towing aircraft and
the pilot of the glider must agree on the towing speed.
III. Flight characteristics and performance
a) Flight performance
Tow plane take-off weight .................................................. 860 lbs (390 kg)
Runway conditions ........................................................................ dry grass
Temperature ............................................................................. 59°F (15°C)
Elevation ...................................................................................... 0 ft AMSL
Table 3: Flight performance with different glider types
Take-off weight of
glider (lbs)
Type of glider
Take-off distance,
50 ft obstacle
[ft]
Towing speed
[kn] IAS
Rate of climb
[ft/min]
683 lbs
Standardlibelle
1312
57
689
816 lbs
LS4
1476
59
591
860 lbs
Kestrel
1575
59
591
1300 lbs
ASK 21
1706
57
453
1433 lbs
Duo-Discus
1903
57
374