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Old 12-08-2005, 04:45 PM   #13
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Default Helicopter skiing

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Originally Posted by Island-Ho
Aw shucks! I thought we would be able to use a float plane as a tow for barefoot skiing to get around the speed limit issue, but alas, unless we can extend the takeoff run indefinitely, then our tow plane will be considered a vessel! Dangling under the plane after it takes off at the end of a tow rope could be slightly dangerous!
It should work for an airplane, I've seen it (bare foot skiing) done using an airborne helicopter. Just have too remember to LET GO when/if needed However in this case the FAA might have a gripe re: minimum altitude. I'm not sure of the lake is considered a "populated area" though ?? Perhaps one of the pilots could comment if min altitude is a concern over the water. Also how/if it is supposed to apply to the ultralight guy.
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