inflated and that no lines are twisted or caught up. Do not stand still, but keep your upper body
still when doing this.
If the glider goes too far to the side or falls down again, then stop the motor and begin the
launch procedure again.
After carrying out the visual inspection, use full throttle. Leaning back slightly helps launch,
as the full engine power is used. Release the risers and accelerate until the Falcon takes off. Take
note of the following points during a forwards launch:
• If the cage for the motor is not firmly in place, the risers can shift it during takeoff and
press it against the propeller - make sure this has not happened before you fly at
maximum power.
• During launch, use of the brakes should be smooth and moderate.
• The profile is inherently stable which means that the canopy continues to fly forwards
after reaching its apex, so the glider must be braked no later than here.
• Do not launch until the glider is above, accelerating too quickly can cause dangerous
pendulum motions.
• Do not get into your harness until you are a couple of meters in the air.
• Lower hang points with back motors generally allow an easier launch.
Strong wind launch
The Falcon is very suitable for reverse launching. The pilot turns around to face the glider with
the updraft coming from behind. This method of launch makes it easier for the pilot to control the
rising of the canopy and to carry out fine-tuning, so is therefore recommended in strong winds.
If you wish, you can first clip in to the glider as in a forwards launch and then turn around
while the motor is switched off. Guide the lines over the cage and check that none of the lines is
caught up. In very strong winds, we recommend that you attach yourself to the glider when facing
backwards. The risers must be set out and attached in such a way that you are in the correct
position after you turn around and are not twisted.
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