By pulling on the front A-lines, the canopy begins to rise above the pilot as in a forwards
launch. When the canopy reaches its apex, the pilot must turn around into the direction of flight
and can run into the wind and take off. As with a forward launch the correct combination of brake
and throttle is important to achieve the best speed and climb.
With the reverse launch, you should observe the following special features in addition to the
points given under “Light or nil wind launch”:
• With the reverse launch, the correct technique for clipping in, inflation, and turning
around is very important. The pilot must master these before points before attempting
them with the motor running.
• Always turn around steadily and briskly into the right direction.
• Always check when clipping in with risers crossed, that they are not swapped over or
twisted in the carabiners.
Line knots or tangles
If you do take off with a line knot or tangle, try to get clear of the ground and any traffic
before taking corrective action. Weight shift and/or counter brake to the opposite side and pump
the knotted side with your brake. Be careful not to fly too slowly to avoid a stall or spin. If the
knot or tangle is too tight to pump out, immediately fly to the landing zone and land safely.
Climbing
Once you are airborne, you may notice the counter-torque i.e. the glider wants to turn against
the direction in which the propeller is turning. Focus on a fixed point in the distance and maintain
your direction by counter-steering.
After launch, first fly into the wind and let the Falcon pick up speed. The Falcon increased
speed range means that you must be particularly careful especially during your first flights.
Do not climb with too great an angle of attack. Select the rev speed and brake line use so that
there is enough speed to keep adequate reserve to stall point.
If the angle of attack is too high when you are climbing, the glider could stall if there is any
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