Dennis Thate
Joined: 18 Nov 2010
Posts: 362
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 Posted: Wed May 08, 2013 1:43 pm Post subject: Protecting your assets |
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Rather you fly a Kolb pusher or tractor type Sport Plane....when you fly in to a grass strip for the first time, you may wish to "drag the field," or overly the runway, to assess the conditions before committing yourself to landing. Grass fields come in all shapes and sizes. Some may be sloping or tiered and even have doglegs. They may have certain rough spots, and the conditions of the landing surface usually changes throughout the year. Many aren't usable at all during certain soggy or snowy months. [Always call ahead first] !
And remember that it will take a lot longer to get off the ground on wet tall grass than on dry short grass. Watch for holes and rocks, and keep it rolling. On a soggy surface, don't stop fully — even for your run-up — or you might get stuck. And be careful where you do the run-up; there may be gravel or small stones that could get picked up by the- props on some aircraft.
Bringing your airplane to earth on a soft field, like any other variable introduced into your flying, does require some specialized techniques.
The RAF and it's 'Good Guy Law' have done their part to help make private strips more accessible. Now as responsible private grass strip owners we must now do our part to protect our guest sport plane pilots and friends by providing as safe a landing environment as possible; mowed, packed and well maintained.
On a personal level... Be nice – This should go without saying to be an ambassador of this sport we love, .... nothing turns people away faster than an exclusive, click-ish, boys club. We need to be warm and inviting to newcomers.
Use common sense....and help us ,to help you to Land & Takeoff Responsibly
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