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SkillPrepare an aircraft for towing.
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- 14 CFR § 61.87 Solo requirements for student pilots.
receive and log flight training for the following maneuvers and procedures: (1) Proper flight preparation procedures, including preflight planning, preparation, aircraft systems, and, if appropriate, powerplant operations; (2) Taxiing or surface operations, including runups, if applicable; (3) Launches, including normal ... applicable; (11) Inspection of towline rigging and review of signals and release procedures, if applicable; (12) Aerotow, ground tow, or self-launch procedures; (13) Procedures for disassembly and assembly of the glider; (14) Stall entry, stall, and stall recovery…
- Chapter 1: Introduction To Flying › Pilot Certifications
have determined he/she is prepared to conduct a solo flight on (date) under the following conditions: (List all conditions which require endorsement, e.g., flight which requires communication with air traffic control, flight in an aircraft for which the pilot does ... from an instructor • No flights outside the United States without prior permission from the foreign aviation authority • May not tow any object • No flights while carrying a passenger or property for compensation or hire • Prohibited from flying in furtherance…
- Chapter 1: Safety, Ground Operations, & Servicing › Engine Fails to Start › Towing of Aircraft
qualified person occupies the pilot’s seat of the towed aircraft to observe and operate the brakes as required. When necessary, another qualified person is stationed to watch and maintain aircraft hydraulic system pressure. 4. The person in charge ... towing operation verifies that, on aircraft with a steerable nosewheel, the locking scissors are set to full swivel for towing. The locking device must be reset after the tow bar has been removed from the aircraft. Persons stationed…