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This Subpart prescribes special rules for aerodrome traffic at Matamata aerodrome.
A pilot-in-command of a glider must not launch by winch unless—
(1) the winch is positioned to the northern side of runway 10 and 28; and
(2) the crosswind component on the runway in use is less than 15 knots; and
(3) the launch is under the direct supervision of a glider instructor who is authorised by a gliding organisation; and
(4) a row of cone markers are positioned along the centreline of runway 10 and 28 and take-off and landings are—
(i) for gliders, conducted on the northern side of the cone markers; and
(ii) for powered aircraft, conducted on the southern side of the cone markers; and
(5) the winch is equipped with a flashing amber light and that light is activated and functioning; and
(6) the winch launch can be conducted without conflict with other aerodrome traffic.
