NSW CLUB TOW OPERATIONS RESOURCE CENTRE

SUMMARY

Note: this page is in development as an initial resource for tow workshop attendees only.


NSWHPA has purchased 4 tow winches (2 payout, 2 e-winch) with the objective of extending the range of flying possibilities to NSW club pilots.

NSWHPA has engaged extensively with the Flatlands Towing Club and several highly experienced pilots with tow operations experience in order to develop important material to govern safe towing operations.

Safe towing operations relies heavily on the engagement of experienced personnel. While we’ve attempted to capture such experience, the material on this website is a guide only and must accompany extensive briefings and workshops before a pilot is capable of participating in a
ground tow operation. Contact your club for more details.

Current Club Tow Managers

  • John Brassill (Flatlands Tow Club) – 0419 285 802
  • Chandi Liyanange (SPHGC) – 0403 074 748
  • Michael Nelson (Blue Mountains) – 0435 546 173
  • John Harriot (CCSS) – 0412 442 705
  • Conrad Loten (Newcastle) – 0427 278 867
  • Tom McDonald (Stanwell / Illawarra) – 0407 043 775

Formal Manuals & Guides

  1. Paragliding Tow Operations Manual
  2. Hang Gliding Tow Operations Manual
  3. E-Winch Manufacturer’s Guide
  4. Payout Winch Manufacturer’s Guide
  5. Line Splicing Guide
  6. Certificate of Rating

Useful tools for clubs

  1. Online logbook
  2. Practical videos:
    a. Mechanical setup
    b. Electrical setup
    c. Line / tension tests
  3. Preflight checklist
  4. Pre-Qualification matrix
  5. Radio launch sequence
  6. Pilot waiver
  7. Air strips

Documentation signed by Clubs

  1. Lease Agreement
  2. Club Acknowledgement

Next steps

– Repairs & spares (Zane / Phil)
– Club Tow Managers to assign ratings
– Test & fly