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Glider Towing

Efficient and reliable glider and banner towing

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The SportStar is reliable glider and banner towing airplane with fractional costs of operation compared to certified GA airplanes. The airplane has been tested and certified for towing of the sailplanes up to 700 kilos (Duo Discus, Janus, Ventus, ASK 21, Ventus, Blanik etc.) and also for towing of banners up to 140 sq.m.

Performances in aerotow flights

Configuration Rotax 912 ULS, Woodcomp SR 3000XC electrically variable propeller
Take-off run within 200 m (with Solo Blanik),
to 260 m (Janus)
up to 300 m (Duo Discuss, 700 kg)
Take-off istance over 50ft bstacle 450-600 m
Rate of Climb 2-3 m/sec at 100-120 km/h depending on towed sailplane
Cruise speed 120-160 km/h depending on towed sailplane
Towing tested up to OAT +34°C.