Accessories

• Parachutes. Para-Phernalia Mini-Softie or Long-Softie are specifically suited for our gliders. The steerable conical canopy is rated for 240 lbs suspended weight. System size and weight is 2"x15"x24", 14 lbs (Mini) and 2"x15"x35", 15 lbs (Long Softie).
• Radios. For new gliders we supply the economical TESLA LS-5 or the state-of-the-art Becker AR-4201, Dittel FS-G71, or Microair transceivers complete with antenna, dynamic boom mike, push to talk switch in the stick, wiring, antenna, and battery. We also supply crystals for the LS-5 radio.
• Tie-downs. Wing mooring eye screws are available for the L13s and L23s, also the in-cockpit controls-locking device, and very substantial 24" underground anchor screws. For the L33, wing ground anchor covers are available (handy to carry on-board) or the extra strong padded steel wing anchoring sleeves for permanent tie-downs.
• Ground transport. For L33, one of the wing sleeves may be used in combination with bicycle-like wheel. The tail dolly for the L33 may be connected to the car tow bar complete with the ball hitch, or attached to a hand bar. Wing tip wheels are available for L33s and L23s. A type-approved tailwheel assembly is available for the L13. Modification kits for L13 wing tips to employ L23 tip skids or the L23 tips with wheels are also available.
• Winching. We carry factory winch bridles, hardware, and TOST tow rings.
• Logbooks. We supply Sailplane Pilot Logbooks, and Glider Logbooks at very reasonable prices.
• Models. We stock desktop glider models (L13s) and deliver customized glider models in either a 1:48 or 1:25 scale. Also glider jewelry pins are available for your hat, necktie or blouse.
• Engines. We supply Mikron and LOM engines and their parts.
• Instruments. Altimeters, varios, electric turn and bank indicators, G-meters, electric varios, etc. are available.

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