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Towhook

Definitions

  • A mechanism allowing the attachment and release of a towrope on the glider or towplane. On gliders, it is located near the nose or directly ahead of the main wheel. Two types oftowhooks commonly used in gliders are manufactured by Tost and Schweizer.

References

  • Glider Flying Handbook
    Federal Aviation Administration ยท 2024