Ozone SPYDER 3 - Operational Warnings

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For this reason, our recommendation to all PPG pilots when ying at high wing loadings
(above the middle of the recommended PPG weight range) is to not perform deeply engaged
nose down, high-G spirals and other aggressive aerobatic manoeuvres. Doing so poses a real
risk of line failure with potentially fatal consequences.
Trike Flying
The Spyder 3 may be used with a light solo trike so long as the maximum recommended
weight range is respected. It is strongly recommended to not perform deeply engaged, high
sink rate spirals when ying with a trike.
Towing
The Spyder 3 may be tow-launched. It is the pilot’s responsibility to use suitable harness
attachments and release mechanisms and to ensure that they are correctly trained on the
equipment and system employed. All tow pilots should be qualied to tow, use a qualied tow
operator with proper, certied equipment, and make sure all towing regulations are observed.
Flying in the Rain
Modern wings are susceptible to rain and moisture, ying with a wet wing can result in the
loss of normal ight. Due to the efcient, wrinkle-free design of the sail, water tends to bead
on the leading edge causing ow separation. Flow separation will make the wing more prone
to entering inadvertent parachutal stalls, so ying in the rain, or with a wet wing (e.g early
morning dew) should be avoided at all costs. If you are accidently caught-out in a rain shower,
it is best to land immediately. If your wing becomes wet in the air it is advised to maintain
accelerated ight using the speed bar and/or releasing the trimmers, even during the nal
approach.
DO NOT use big ears as a descent technique, big ears increases drag, and with a wet wing
this will further increase the chances of a parachutal stall occurring. Instead, lose height with
gentle 360’s and maintain your air speed at all times. If your wing enters parachutal stall
when wet, immediately release the trimmers and accelerate the wing to regain airspeed.
IMPORTANT
Do not y your wing
when it is wet.
IMPORTANT
It is strongly
recommended to
not perform deeply
engaged, high sink
rate spirals when
ying with a trike.