
Wind
Wind Direction
Wind
3 ft.
11
With the Mini-Start under tension
and the airplane pointed into the
wind, release the glider with a for-
ward motion. Do not throw it
upwards. To prevent the glider from
popping off
the Mini-Start
as it climbs out under tension, a little
down elevator may be needed.
Example of a turn using
only rudder
Mini-Start Launch
Landing
Example of a turn using
rudder then elevator
Figure 5. Flying
Tow Hook
Peg
Rubber Tubing
Nylon String
Ring
Ribbon
Fuselage