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Icaro 2000 Piuma – Owner Manual
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06/06/2019
Piuma 2019-1-En
Piuma
Owner manual
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ICARO 2000 Piuma Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Seats2
ModelPiuma Series
Length6.2 m
Max Takeoff Weight450 kg
EngineRotax

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1 Keep the risks to a minimum

Follow safety rules to minimize risks during hang gliding.

1.2 Preliminaries

Study the manual and practice glider setup before the first flight.

1.3 Assembly check and first flight

Ensure proper glider assembly and get assistance for the first flight.

1.4 First flight with your new wing

Make the first flight in ideal weather and practice maneuvers at altitude.

2. Fundamental Rules

3. Certification and General Restrictions

3.1 Certification

Overview of Icaro 2000 glider DHV certifications and pilot classifications.

3.2 Wind Speed

Guidelines for safe hang gliding based on wind speed and conditions.

3.3 Turbulence

Understanding and avoiding turbulence for safe flight.

3.4 Aerobatic Flying

Definition and prohibition of aerobatic flying due to high risk.

4. Transportation

4.1 By Car

Recommendations for safely transporting the glider by car using a roof rack.

4.2 By Gondola or Cable Car

Precautions for transporting the glider via cable car.

4.3 By Plane

Proper packaging and notification for transporting the glider by airplane.

4.4 Short Packing

Instructions for safely short packing the glider, avoiding creases.

5. Assembly and Disassembly

5.1 Assembly

Step-by-step guide to assembling the PIUMA hang glider on the A-frame.

5.1.1 Starting Point

Initial steps for setting up the glider, including speed bar and cross-bar fixing.

5.1.3 Mounting the fiberglass tips

Detailed instructions for attaching the fiberglass tips to the wing.

5.1.4 Inserting the Battens

Procedure for inserting the battens into the glider sail pockets.

5.1.5 Final Steps

Final checks after assembly, including nose fairing and assembly check.

6. Check List

6.1 Assembly Check

Comprehensive checklist for verifying glider assembly before flight.

6.2 Equipment Check

Checking harness, parachute, helmet, and other essential equipment before flight.

6.3 Pre-Flight Check

Final checks before takeoff: hook-in, wind, wings, and airspace.

7. Disassembly

7.1 On the A-Frame

Step-by-step guide for disassembling the PIUMA glider on the A-frame.

7.1.1 Starting Point

Initial steps for disassembly, including removing nose plate and keel section.

7.1.2 Folding the Sail Wingtips

Instructions for properly folding the wingtips and securing them in the tip-bag.

7.1.3 Final Steps

Concluding disassembly steps: battens, keel, nose fairing, and packing the glider.

8. Hints and Tips

8.1 Take Off

Guidance and tips for safe and effective hang glider take-off.

8.2 Flight

Suggestions for enjoyable and safe hang gliding flight.

8.3 Landing

Techniques and advice for safe and controlled hang glider landings.

9. Trim

9.1 Turn tendency

Adjusting glider trim for symmetrical sail tension and turn tendency.

9.2 Trim Speed

Adjusting glider trim speed by modifying the hang point on the keel.

10. Maintenance and Periodic Inspections

Spare Parts

11. Technical Data

12. Maintenance Log

13. Owner's Log

14. Parts list

15. Triptych Piuma S

16. Assembly drawings Piuma S

17. Triptych Piuma M

18. Assembly drawings Piuma M

19. Triptych Piuma L

19. Assembly drawings Piuma L