Category: Archive
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Guides/Procedures
Since we’re revamping the website, we wanted to move our archived material into a single spot. These documents are here for reference. If you’re attending the Icarus Cup, make sure you’re on our mailing list or keeping up to date with our posts. Training Advice: HPA Guides/Procedures for Competition Flights
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Life on Earth: Launching & Recovering an HPA
Much like a glider, a human powered aircraft can’t really do much on the ground without assistance – there’s a good reason most pictures of HPAs on the ground will see them surrounded by people. Even the fittest pilot capable of providing the power for an unassisted takeoff cannot provide the control to balance and…