DG Flugzeugbau DG-1001M Flight Manual page 57

Note: Aerotowing behind slow tow planes eg. Ultralight planes or
touring motorgliders:
The take-off distance may be remarkably reduced if the DG-1000M is
towed with the engine extended and running at full power.
Recommended towing speed is 100km/h (54 kts.).
To ensure good communication with the tow pilot the use of a headset is
required at least for the pilot in command.
Warnings:
1. Due to the shorter take-off distance the aerotow with engine extended and
running is safer than with engine retracted. Nevertheless this take-off
procedure is only permitted if the conditions are such that a tow with engine
retracted will also be safe.
2. If the engine of the DG-1000M fails the tow must be terminated by releasing
the towing cable, this procedure is applicable as long as the aircraft are still
on the ground.
3. The DG-1000M pilot should keep his left hand at the throttle handle to enable
him to close the throttle immediately in case the tow-plane terminates the tow
(This is a standard procedure for powered aircraft pilots).
4. In case of termination of the tow when the DG-1000M is still on the ground
close the throttle immediately, then release the towing cable and apply the
wheel brake.
5. In case of termination of the tow when the DG-1000M is already in the air
take the hand from the throttle, release the towing cable and continue the
climb with full throttle. This is still applicable in case the tow plane remains
on the ground.
6. If the tow is so fast that the DG-1000M engine may overspeed reduce the
throttle as necessary. For a fast cross country tow the powerplant must be
retracted.
Issued: October 2010
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Flight Manual DG-1000M
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