Falcon’s angle of attack reduces because there is no thrust from the motor, and the glider picks up
speed noticeably. The sink rate also increases so that the landing approach initially begins very
quickly and with increased sink. In the lower brake range, the Falcon then begins to convert the
energy and flares noticeably. Landing with the Falcon therefore has much higher dynamics than
with a conventional paraglider.
Landing with motor running
Prepare for a landing with the motor running by making a straight final approach into the wind
and allow the Falcon to level out with the motor running. One meter above the ground, pull down
the brakes as far as they will go, so that the glider is fully braked shortly before touching the
ground. Switch off the motor immediately after touching down.
Further tips on paramotoring
Please observe the following points when flying the Falcon:
• Never start the motor downwind from the glider.
• Check the seals on all fuel lines.
• Check whether you have enough fuel for the flight you have planned.
• Check your equipment for any loose parts which could get caught in the propeller.
• Go carefully through each of the points in the pre-flight check before every flight.
• Turn off the motor as soon as you have landed, to avoid line and propeller damage.
• Avoid flying over water and electricity lines, never fly between trees and in general
avoid areas which have no landing options if the motor fails.
• If the noise of the motor changes or if there is increased vibration, you should land
immediately and attend to the problem.
• Bear in mind that the noise of a motor can be irritating, and avoid making flights low
over residential areas.
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