Niviuk LINK 2 - 3 The First Flight; Choosing the Right Location; Preparation; Flight Plan

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2.8 ADJUSTING THE BRAKES
The length of the main brake lines are adjusted at the factory and
conform to the length stipulated during certication. However, they
can be changed to suit your ying style. It is advisable to y with the
original setting for a period of time to get used to the actual behaviour
of the LINK 2. In case it is necessary to modify the brake length, loosen
the knot, slide the line through the brake handle to the desired point and
re-tighten the knot rmly.
Only qualied personnel should carry out this adjustment. You must
ensure that the modication does not affect the trailing edge and
slow the glider down without pilot input. Both brake lines should be
symmetrical and the same length. We recommend using a clove hitch or
bowline knot.
When changing the brake length, it is necessary to check that they do
not engage when the speed-bar is used. When we accelerate, the glider
rotates over the D-riser and the trailing edge elevates.
It is important to check that the brake is adjusted to take into
consideration this extra distance during acceleration. With this prole
deformation there is a risk of generating turbulence and causing a frontal
or asymmetric collapse.
3. THE FIRST FLIGHT
3.1 CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION
For the rst ight we recommend going to your usual ying area and that
a qualied instructor is present and supervising the entire procedure.
3.2 PREPARATION
Repeat the procedures detailed in section 2 UNPACKING AND
ASSEMBLY to prepare your equipment.
3.3 FLIGHT PLAN
Planning a ight before taking off to avoid possible problems later is
always a good idea.
3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK
Once ready, but before taking off, conduct another equipment inspection.
Conduct a thorough visual check of your gear with the wing fully open,
the lines untangled and properly laid out on the ground to ensure that all
is in working order. Be certain the weather conditions are suited to your
ying skill level.
3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL AND TAKEOFF
Whether taking off on foot or using a trike, the LINK 2 does not require
a different technique. The control of the LINK 2 is intuitive and the wing
inates easily and progressively in a controlled manner. Any unwanted
oscillation or required course correction can easily be controlled with
gentle pilot input.
When the decision has been made to take off, only a short run is required
and the LINK 2 will quickly transform the forward speed and thrust of
the engine into lift. Even with a trike, only a very short rolling distance
is required to achieve the desired forward speed of 25 km/h and take
off. The LINK 2 has been designed to easily and efciently inate whilst
providing exceptional directional stability without pitching or hanging
back behind the pilot. Excessive amounts of energy are not required
when taking off with the LINK 2, simply set the trimmers to the correct
positions (see 2.6)
3.6 LANDING
The LINK 2 offers the comfort of ending the ight with the perfect
landing; large areas and long runs are no longer required.
Please note that in wind nil conditions the forward ground speed