
Takeoff preparation and check
Before every takeoff you should check the following:
1
Harness and helmet clipped up, reserve OK?
2
Lines clear?
3
Canopy clear?
4
Wind direction and strength assessed?
5
Airspace and field of view clear?
Takeoff and landing
PROGRESS 3 floating shoulder straps allow you to stand upright.
Both takeoff and landing turn out to be very comfortable – movement
is quite unencumbered, and those useful big takeoff steps are quite
possible. Loosened seat straps make it easy to slip back into the har-
ness after lift off. To take up the landing position just straighten the
back and push the pelvis forward. You’re already in the correct upright
position.
Using the speed system
The PROGRESS 3 has the speed system already mounted. The carbon
speedbar hangs under the front of the LegPads and a practical elastic
holdback makes it easy to reach. These also make sure that the spee-
dbar does not interfere with a reserve throwing.
Pushing the speedbar alters the pilot’s sitting position. The upper body
leans back, pushing the shoulders into their straps. The seat takes up
a flatter attitude and supports the pilot.
Caution:
connect the speed system to the paraglider for every
flight. Free-swinging speed lines could prevent a successful re-
serve throwing.
Flying with the foot stirrup
ADVANCE recommends that you only use the optional foot stirrup spe-
cially designed for the PROGRESS 3, and the only model to have be-
en included in the LTF 91/09 certification process. The high anchoring
point provides maximum comfort. Your legs are supported effortless-
ly, and you can enjoy long flights. The bungee connection to the front
of the seat, and the reserve position, prevent hang ups or tangles wi-
th the reserve. When flying with the foot stirrup you should only use the
ADVANCE speed loop „Soft“ intended to go with it.
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