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Gin FALCON - User Manual

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Summary

1. Introduction

About Gin Gliders

Details the company's vision, innovation approach, and the expertise of its team.

Manual and Website Information

Explains the manual's content, compliance, and directs users to the Gin Gliders website.

Environmental Commitment

Outlines Gin Gliders' dedication to environmental protection and sustainable practices.

2. Safety

Safety Advice and Notices

Crucial safety guidance, warnings, and information on safety notices.

Liability and Operating Limitations

Covers manufacturer liability exclusion, warranty voidance, and operating limits.

Pilot Qualification and Equipment

Details required pilot experience, skills, and essential equipment like harnesses.

Pre-Flight and Initial Flight Procedures

Guidelines for first flights, including harness checks and reserve requirements.

Weight Range and Reserve Use

Specifies certified weight ranges and the mandatory use of an approved reserve.

3. Flying the Falcon

Launch Preparation and Checks

Essential pre-flight checks and preparation steps before launching the glider.

Launch Techniques

Methods for launching the glider in various wind conditions.

In-Flight Handling and Control

Managing line tangles, climbing, and basic flight maneuvers.

Flight Dynamics and Stability

Understanding counter-torque, torque effects, and level flight characteristics.

Speed System and Trimmer Operation

How to use trimmers and speed bar for adjustable speed and performance.

Steering Methods and Configurations

Detailed explanation of standard, wing tip, and 2D steering systems.

Advanced Steering and SR System

Utilizing the Speed Release (SR) system and advanced steering techniques.

Trim Settings and Reflex Profile Influence

How different trim settings affect the glider's reflex profile and handling.

Altitude Loss and Descent

Descent Maneuvers

Techniques for rapid altitude reduction, such as using 'Big Ears'.

Spiral Dive Execution

Procedures for safely performing and exiting a spiral dive.

Landing Procedures

Landing Techniques and Tips

Guidelines for landing with and without motor, and general paramotoring advice.

Paramotoring Best Practices

Additional tips for safe and efficient paramotoring operations.

Intended Use and Limitations

Approved and Prohibited Activities

Specifies the paramotor glider's intended use and prohibits other activities like free flying or aerobatics.

4. Dangerous Situations and Extreme Flying

Recognizing and Managing Hazards

Identifying dangerous situations, pilot errors, and turbulent conditions.

Canopy Collapse Recovery

Procedures for recovering from various canopy collapses.

Stall, Spin, and Emergency Steering

Handling stalls, spins, and performing emergency steering.

Adverse Conditions and Material Stress

Managing flying in rain, environmental factors, and material stress.

5. Storing, Care, and Maintenance

Glider Packing and Storage

Proper methods for packing, storing, and transporting the paramotor glider.

Ground Handling and Fabric Care

Guidelines for safe ground handling and maintaining the glider's fabric.

Cleaning and Maintenance Schedule

Procedures for cleaning and essential maintenance inspections.

Inspection Validity and Repairs

Importance of valid inspections and authorized repair procedures.

6. Technical Specifications and Components

Glider Description and Manufacturing

Overview of the Falcon glider's design, features, and manufacturing quality.

Technical Data and Illustrations

Detailed specifications, size charts, and visual representations of components.

Riser System and Controls

Explains the riser system, including trimmers, speed system, and torque compensator.

Brake and Steering Adjustments

Guidance on adjusting brake lines, pulleys, and wing tip brakes for optimal control.

Line Plans and Material Composition

Diagrams of line configurations and the list of materials used in the glider.

DAGC Certification Status

DAGC Template Availability

Indicates the current status of DAGC templates for various glider sizes.

Appendix and Records

Contact Information

Directory of addresses and contact details for relevant organizations.

Ownership and Maintenance Logs

Forms for recording glider details, pilot ownership, and inspection history.

Gin FALCON Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGin
ModelFALCON
CategoryAircrafts
LanguageEnglish

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