Re: Improved Towhook from Aircraft Spruce

Andy wrote:

No experience with this release but I've noticed that some hook
installations don't release until most of the release handle motion
range is used up. Since this release has a longer arm then more
release handle motion will be required. I wonder if that will require
a redesigned release handle or perhaps just more careful attention to
cable adjustment.

I've always liked the Scheder-design HP nose or chin hooks. They seem simple in design and as far as I know are quite robust. The neat thing is upon release they completely retract into the fuse and cover the opening with a flush plate.

I would guess that Bob K. of HP Aircraft owns the rights to the design. I'm surprised that I don't see this hook retrofitted to a lot of other glider types.

Regards,

-Doug
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