Calvin19 0 #26 February 9, 2010 QuoteWas this the Tow plane pilot on the today show today? The tow pilot was Alex. Himself and the pilots of the Cirrus were killed. The today show guy was the glider pilot and passengers. he did nothing really special, not bad that he is being hailed a hero, but he did nothing really. the tow rope on the glider side has a weak link as well as a directional hook, any load that is not from forward it falls off. he did a good job keeping his head and bringing the passengers back to the airport though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #27 February 9, 2010 Wow. Amazing film. Thank you for making that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyrider 0 #28 February 9, 2010 QuoteQuotenew link for Alex and my Rope Jumping film http://vimeo.com/9330103 To those who haven't seen it already I strongly recommend this film. It is a great watch and show's the work and adventure of some young, intelligent, innovative, and dedicated friends doing absolutely amazing feats. My description does it no justice however, you just need to watch it. Ditto.......... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyrider 0 #29 February 9, 2010 Quote Quote Was this the Tow plane pilot on the today show today? The tow pilot was Alex. Himself and the pilots of the Cirrus were killed. The today show guy was the glider pilot and passengers. he did nothing really special, not bad that he is being hailed a hero, but he did nothing really. the tow rope on the glider side has a weak link as well as a directional hook, any load that is not from forward it falls off. he did a good job keeping his head and bringing the passengers back to the airport though. By the discription given by the glider Pilot, the Tow Pilot never had a chance....Blind sided! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ridestrong 1 #30 February 10, 2010 Quotenew link for Alex and my Rope Jumping film http://vimeo.com/9330103 Truly Amazing... Makes me wonder if we ever crossed paths in the climbing world... I would have been privileged. Blue skies josh*I am not afraid of dying... I am afraid of missing life.* ----Disclaimer: I don't know shit about skydiving.---- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,444 #31 February 10, 2010 http://vimeo.com/9330103I don't think I've ever watched anything that long on the computer before (not much of a videos person). Worth every second. Thanks. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
