Name:
G- Self Launch Endorsement
Credits:
Basic WINGS
1 Credit for Basic Flight Topic 1
Advanced WINGS
1 Credit for Advanced Flight Topic 1
Master WINGS
1 Credit for Master Flight Topic 2
Activity Number:
SSF-Launch-Self
Provided by:
Soaring Safety Foundation

Awarded following completion of the training and upon the proper 61.31(j) endorsement by an authorized instructor for acting as Pilot in Command of a glider utilizing self-launch procedures.

From the Private Pilot Practical Test Standards for Glider (FAA-S-8081-22)

Area of Operation II – Task C: Preflight Inspection

Area of Operation IV – Task K: Engine Starting

Area of Operation IV – Task L: Taxiing

Area of Operation IV – Task M: Before Takeoff Check

Area of Operation IV – Task N: Normal & Crosswind Takeoff and Climb

Area of Operation IV – Task O: Engine Shutdown in Flight

Area of Operation IV – Task P: Abnormal Occurrences