I've hand propped my Coupe at least 20 times in the 17 years I've owned it. Never had a problem. My flight instructor years ago told me I should remove my hat, my sunglasses and anything in my shirt pocket before hand propping, placing them inside the airplane. Why? In case one of those things fell on the ground just as the engine starts, a person could try to reach for it, quickly shortening their arm! I have always done this. I don't swing my leg either. I feel more secure having both feet firmly on the ground, backing away quickly as I pull the blade down.
Syd Cohen NC94196
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