Nice to see VH-GEY's cockpit.

I have had many a flight in that birdy at ASC.

I have winch launched: Club Libelle (VH-GMI, VH-GMJ), Std Libelle
(VH-GCY).
Aerotowed: Hornet (VH-GEY, VH-GAU)

Interesting theory about the spring trim and parallelogram stick
arrangement.

Prior to conversion to these types, I was thoroughly briefed about the
trim system (with its problems of skipping) and feeling of the stick.

The trim arrangements on these type had a propensity to skip when you
were pulling the stick aft with full forward trim (as in a winch
launch). It was never a problem for me because I was aware of the trim
system short comings.

I echo Mike B's sentiments about knowing why these launch accidents have
occurred.

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