Picture of the Day: August 4, 2026

Tow planes come, tow planes go.

Picture of the day
[Credit: Gilbert Benzonana]
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • Two tow planes, a Maule and a Piper Super Cub, are active at Montricher Airfield (LSTR).
  • One plane is returning from a towing mission while the other is preparing for takeoff.
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“Tow planes at Montricher Airfield (LSTR). One is returning from a towing mission (Maule); the other is about to take off (Piper super cub).” — Gilbert Benzonana

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Replies: 1

  1. Both look like Maule’s to me. Great pic regardless.

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