Like all commercially available reserve parachutes, paraglider harness-
es are never suitable for free fall parachuting because their design and
construction details do not allow such a thing. Neither the reserve par-
achute nor its attachments to the harness can withstand the loadings
involved in an abrupt opening.
All harness adjustments should be made before the harness is flown.
Correct adjustment of the PROGRESS 3 greatly contributes to safety,
correct function and comfort in flight.
No protector can offer complete protection against injury. The
PROGRESS 3 Air-Foam Hybrid-Protector only serves to dampen the
effects of those ground impacts from a low height that may follow un-
lucky takeoffs and landings, and therefore minimise injuries that could
result.
When carrying out safety training over water, thought should be given
to the fact that the air in a foam protector makes it float, and turn the
pilot head down. Then there’s the risk that foam parts will eventually fill
with water and sink, with the pilot.
PROGRESS 3 certification is restricted exclusively to paraglider sport.
General recommendations about
paragliding
Taking part in paragliding sport requires appropriate training and a
comprehensive knowledge of the equipment, as well as the neces-
sary insurance and licences. A pilot must be able to correctly assess
the weather conditions at the chosen site before taking off. His abilities
must be sufficient for the demands of the selected paraglider. When
carrying out paragliding the pilot must also take responsibility for his
care of the natural world and the landscape.
The wearing of an adequate helmet, suitable footwear and clothing,
and the carriage of a reserve parachute are all essential. Before every
flight all items of equipment must be checked for damage and airwor-
thiness. A pre-takeoff check must always be carried out.
While engaged in paragliding every pilot bears sole responsibility for all
risks, including those resulting in injury and death. Neither the manu-
facturer nor the seller of a paraglider can guarantee the safety of a pi-
lot, or be held responsible for it.
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