Pam, my understanding is that the Schwiezer type hook is not acceptable as it does not have the aligning function that is found in the tost hook design. The outer ring keeps the load at right angles to hook. the old cessna/schweizer hook was mounted on an AN bolt and could move and not release or auto release.
Aerial ag at bankstown did fabricate the tost mount in the past. VH-RLC and VH-EFY were two 182's that were used extensively for towing. regards Peter Heath. ---- John McFarlane <john.mcfarl...@mcfarlane.net.au> wrote: ============= Hi Pam, You can install a hook via two processes: 1. Purchase a Hook installation with a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from a vendor(Tost, Schweitzer) - comes with everything you need and is a log book entry if installed as per the vendors instructions. STC issuing authority really needs to be FAA or EASA to be accepted. Once in your hand, with the parts, you can just have your LAME install. 2. Cobble up something that doesn't coming from Item one and go through the CASA approval process, including CAR 35 design authority, P Charts etc. Historical Approvals are ok, but if the history you choose is not from an Approved install then that owner may not be too happy as CASA may review their install and refuse to accept this as acceptable for yours. An STC is the easiest road to travel, costs are known. Option 2 can be easy, hard, cheap and expensive and very time consuming. The joy of the STC is that has all been done by the vendor, they will however be seeking to recoup these costs through the purchase price of their product. Regards John From: aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net [mailto:aus-soaring-boun...@lists.internode.on.net] On Behalf Of Pam Kurstjens Sent: Monday, 24 October 2011 8:49 AM To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' Subject: [Aus-soaring] Cessna 182P tug We plan to use a Cessna 182P for towing. Does anyone out there have a Cessna 182P already towing and if so, could they help us with info on approvals, P-charts and flight manual supplements? If we can obtain figures already issued by CASA or an engineering firm it will save us time and money. P-charts for a Cessna 182 of lower engine performance would also be helpful, as we could say the performance will be at least as good. CASA used to issue these approvals, P-charts and supplements, but these days the work is done by private firms. I have been in touch with AutoAvia of Bankstown and their advice is to see what info we can find from similar A/C already towing. Many thanks Pam Kurstjens 04 2989 8872 _______________________________________________ Aus-soaring mailing list Aus-soaring@lists.internode.on.net To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring
