CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK AND DON’T KNOW WHEN OR IF IT WILL BE AVAILABLE AGAIN.
Here is an alternative that might come in handy.
NO AIRCRAFT MODIFICATIONS
NO SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
NO TAIL RELEASE UNTIL YOU ARE SAFELY IN THE AIRCRAFT
Most experienced pilots who fly aircraft without an electrical system agree that securing the tail of the aircraft to a fixed tie-down or immovable object is the safest way to start the engine. The real challenge comes after the engine starts. How does the pilot release the tie-down?
The TailTether Hand-prop Safety System allows the pilot to not only release the tie-down AFTER safely entering the cockpit but also recover the tether strap if desired.
“The TailTether worked as advertised. I use it in conjunction with a set of chocks that I can also reel in from the cockpit, which gives me double safety control over my classic Aeronca 7AC Champ while solo hand-propping. I was impressed how solidly the TailTether holds the aircraft in place, yet releases the tie-down rope with just a gentle tug. I’d absolutely recommend the TailTether to anyone who flies a classic Cub, Chief, Champ, or any other design that requires them to be temporarily outside of the aircraft while the engine is running.” – Rob – Shreveport, LA
Use the tie-down rope through the tie-down handle, securing it with the tether-pin.
Once safely in the cockpit with the engine running, pull the tether-pin to release the rope and reel it in.
– OR – Use the 20′ Tail Tether strap around the tailwheel or handle and retrieve it when ready to go.
Watch this short video and see how easy it is to hand-prop safely.