Gin Bolero 6 - User Manual

Issued/Changed: Gin Gliders Inc. Released: Jungmok Park
QM GS-01 Valid from: 01.01.2019 Revision: 1.1 Page 1/10
Airworthiness Inspection
Instructions for GIN paragliders
1. General
The inspection shall check the condition and warranty of the airworthiness of the paraglider.
A failure to observe the inspection periods would render the certification and warranty invalid.
§10a DVLuftGerPV (Luftgerät Prüfverordnung “Flightgear inspection regulation”) states:
“The airworthiness inspection of a paraglider according to § 10a has to be carried out
according to the manufacturer’s instructions by the owner/user of the paraglider or on
instruction of the owner/user. It is the owner/user’s responsibility to carry out a timely
inspection in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Any defects and/or incorrectly
executed inspections must be reported immediately to the manufacturer by the owner/user.”
Information in this manual are subject to change. We reserve the right to make changes
without prior notification. Owners/users should check for any possible changes to the
inspection requirements issued by the manufacturer before the inspection.
You must have your paraglider inspected by Gin Gliders or an inspection agent authorized by
Gin Gliders. If you have any questions or doubts regarding the inspection, please contact a
GIN dealer or Gin Gliders directly.
The documentation and the result of the inspection must be clearly identifiable (date and
place / name of the inspector) and be entered near the glider information/certification sticker.
An inspection is only valid if the inspection check sheet is completely filled in and if all
required materials, documents and/or testing equipment are available.
Gin Gliders does not carry any obligation or guarantee for any glider which is not checked by
an inspection agent authorized by Gin Gliders.
2. Required documents and equipment
2.1 Documents
The following documents must be present before the inspection:
• current version of the inspection instructions
• user manual and type label of the glider
• previous inspection reports (only for further inspections)
• maintenance and calibration documents of the measuring instruments
• airworthiness instructions and safety bulletins of testing houses and the manufacturer
• all technical data of the glider, line-check sheet and tolerances
2.2 Technical prerequisites and inspection apparatus:
Test equipment to be used for the inspection:
• Porosity-meter (calibrated Kretschmer-TextileClock or JDC-Porosimeter)
• Strength measuring instrument for the fabric (according to TS-108 standard or
Betsometer)
• Line strength measuring machine to check lines in their full length
• Line measuring system (f.ex. Wörner) and documentation, also a steel tape measure
• Sewing machines for all used line diameters

Summary

1. General

2. Required documents and equipment

2.1 Documents

Lists essential documents required prior to inspection, including current instructions, manuals, and past reports.

2.2 Technical prerequisites and inspection apparatus

Details the necessary test equipment for the inspection, such as porosity meters and strength testers.

3. Inspection intervals

4. Identification of the paraglider

5. Canopy

5.1 Visual inspections

Focuses on checking the top and bottom sail, ribs, and attachment points for damage and wear.

5.2 Air porosity

Describes the procedure for measuring air porosity of the canopy fabric using specific meters.

5.3 Tear strength

Mandates testing the fabric's tear strength, especially when porosity is low, using a Bettsometer.

5.4 Holes and tears

Details a cell-by-cell inspection of the canopy for any holes, tears, or stretched areas.

5.5 Worn-out or stretched spots

Addresses the procedure for handling worn-out or stretched areas on the canopy.

5.6 Checking the ribs

Outlines the inspection process for the paraglider's internal ribs for damage or wear.

6. Connection parts

6.1 Visual inspections

Covers visual checks of risers, line-links, speed systems, and other connection hardware.

6.2 Measurements

Specifies measurements for risers and speed systems, including tolerances.

7. Lines

7.1 Visual inspections

Guides visual checks on all lines, including sewing, splicing, and attachment points, for defects.

7.2 Line lengths

Details the process for measuring line lengths under tension and comparing them to specifications.

7.3 Line strength

Explains how to test the breaking load of paraglider lines and the minimum strength requirements.

8. Inspection of trim and adjustment

8.1 Check flight

Determines if a check flight is needed and outlines its execution, particularly for brake line checks.

9. Documentation

Gin Bolero 6 Specifications

General

Brand	Gin
Model	Bolero 6
Category	Aircrafts
Language	English