Hang Gliding Surface Tow Observer

Official Documents

Welcome

Welcome Letter: Towing
Introduction to the Towing Program

USHP Professional Guidelines

Flowchart: Towing Program

 

Regulatory & SOPs

FAA Circular: AC103-7 Ultralights
The FAA's position on ultralights, including hang gliders & paragliders

SOP 12-01 USHPA Basic Safety Recommendations

SOP 12-04 Federal Aviation Regulations

SOP 12-05 Directors / Administrators / Examiners / Observers

SOP 12-07 Policy on Revocation and Reinstatement of Ratings Certifications and Appointments

SOP 12-09 USHPA Approved Method of Instruction

SOP 12-10 Towing Administration

Flight Operations

Surface to Air Tow Program Overview

Tow Briefing Template

FAA Towing Exemption 4144: Current
Current exemption extension letter

FAA Towing Exemption 4144: Original
Original FAA towing exemption verbiage

FAA Towing Exemption 4144 : Wallet Card
Wallet card for tow pilots

Training

Tow Observer Program: Surface Towing
Covers surface towing for all wings (ST-PG, ST-HG, PL-HG)

Tow Tech Program: Surface Towing<
Covers surface towing for all wings (ST-PG, ST-HG, PL-HG)

Skill Program: Surface Towing - HG
Covers both ST-HG and PL-HG

Tests

ST Surface Tow (HG)

PL Platform Launch Tow (HG)

Operator Certifications
For tow-device operators who are towing pilots

Tow Tech (HG)

For both Tow Tech I and Tow Tech II

Forms

Certification Acceptance/Renewal

Revocation / Reduction Request

Revocation / Conditions for Reinstatement

 

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