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Big ears are easily obtained by pulling on the outmost A line. Pulling on this
line must be done progressively to avoid a front collapse. Once the big ears
are in, the pilot can progressively increase their size by pulling more and more
length on the line connected to the A’ dedicated riser. One should make sure
that at least half of the central span is kept open. A A slight relaxation of trims
will
These emergency manoeuvres should only be used when necessary. After a
while they weaken the lines, the ribs and the attachment points.
Attention is drawn to the risk involved when spiralling with a lot of big ears
pulled on. This can increase the load considerably on the front lines to the cen-
tre of the wing and weaken them prematurely, therefore only use this tech-
nique when really necessary and have the strength tested subsequently in our
workshop.
TURNING AND AVOIDING ACTION
The most efficient turns are obtained by weight shifting towards the in-
side of the turn together with action on the control. Once in the turn the adjust-
ment is easily managed using the outside control.
In thermal flight, the turns are corrected mainly by weight-shift:
- to the outside: to flatten the turn and improve sink rate
- to the inside: to bank and accelerate the turn.
An avoiding action is taken by progressively applying the control on the inside
of the turn.
EMERGENCY CONTROLS
In case of problem with the main controls, the wing can be controlled by
light pressure on the Ds. Take care not to pull too much, as there is a risk of
asymmetric stall. The manoeuvrability will be greatly reduced compared to us-
ing the main controls .
LANDING AND COLLAPSING THE WING
Approach and landing are performed hands up, as the improved glide
and stability of our wings make them more sensitive to wind gradient.
At the moment of landing in a strong wind, as soon as the wing is stable, the
pilot should half turn face to the canopy, release the brakes and grab the D
risers to stall down the wing symmetrically and easily.
FLYING IN TURBULENCE
Flying in strong turbulence should be avoided. Study the books on aero
logy to learn to predict turbulent conditions (strong winds, turbulence due to
obstacles, wake turbulence, rotors, lee-side thermals, foehn effect, over devel-
oped clouds, etc...).
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