E-flite UMX ASK-21 BNF User Manual download pdf (Page 13)

Tips for Towing

• Continually communicate with the pilot of the

towplane and make sure they are aware when

you are having difﬁ culty, or are releasing the

tow line.

• Ensure that you keep the sailplane’s wings level

at all times. You should not try to turn the aircraft,

but rather allow the tow plane to drag the aircraft

around turns.

• Avoid slack in the line while ﬂ ying. Slack can

cause the tow plane to abruptly pull the sailplane

in unexpected directions. This can cause

numerous problems and could result in a crash of

one or both aircraft.

• Make only wide sweeping turns. Tight turns will

result in the sailplane becoming unstable.

If a problem occurs, the pilot of the sailplane should

release the tow line from the nose of his sailplane

so that both aircraft can be safely landed.

NOTICE: Crash damage is not covered under

warranty.

If there is a break in the tow line, tie the ends

together securely or replace the line (EFLU1257)

when needed.

Recommended Aircraft Towing Positions When Flying

28 ft (8.5 m)

Tow Release Installation

1. Activate the gear switch on your transmitter to

retract the tow release pin.

NOTICE: Always ensure the pin (A) is retracted

before putting the plate in the fuselage. Failure to

do so may damage the aircraft and prevent tow

release.

2. Align and install the tow plate (EFLU1255) (B)

under the nose of the aircraft.

3. Move the Gear switch on your transmitter so

the tow release pin holds the tow plate.

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E-flite UMX ASK-21 BNF User Manual Page 13