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it may be necessary to brake more to prevent the glider from diving forward.
The VOLT is designed to be flown actively. To aid this, the C-risers are fitted with a control ball
which helps the pilot to hold the C-riser comfortably. When flying in turbulence, instead of
pulling the brakes it is possible to pull down the C-risers. This stabilises the glider and avoids
deformation of the wing. This also works to keep the glider on course and to make small
corrections in direction.
The VOLT may be flown using the C-riser technique when accelerated as well as at trim speed.
Controlling the glider using the C-risers is more efficient than using the brakes. Speed is not
significantly affected and the performance loss is reduced.
NOTE: Pulling the C-risers down while flying in turbulence does not completely erase the
possibility of deformations. Be aware that strong turbulence can still cause the wing to
collapse.
g.
Accelerating
The speed system on the VOLT comes supplied with ‘quick hooks’ ready to attach to a speed
bar of choice. The complete speed system should be checked to ensure it runs smoothly by
hanging in the harness before flying.
In particular, check that the speed system won’t be engaged when in normal flight.
Unnecessary knots and loops in a speed system are not recommended.
When pushing the speed bar the angle of attack of the glider is reduced. The glider speeds up
but at the same time is more sensitive to deformation.
In spite of the exceptional stability of the VOLT, any accelerated collapse will be more dynamic
than the same event experienced at trim speed and will require quicker reactions to maintain
normal flight.
Always keep both hands on the controls when flying fast or in turbulence and be ready to
release the speed system immediately at the first sign of a collapse.
When flying through strong sink or into a headwind it is useful to fly faster using the speedbar.
Use the speed system carefully when flying close to the terrain and maintain enough height
from the ground or other obstacles to recover in the event of a collapse.
DO NOT BRAKE WHILE FLYING FULLY ACCELERATED – THIS MAY RESULT IN A COLLAPSE OF THE
WING.
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Landing
The VOLT is easy to land, however, on your first flights you may be surprised at how well it
glides. Take account of this when making your landing approach and give yourself the
opportunity for S-turns or a longer approach than you might be used to.
For a normal, into-wind landing evenly pull the brakes all the way down when you are close to
the ground and straighten up to land on your feet. The glider will stop almost completely as the
brakes are fully applied. Avoid landing directly out of a turn or wing-over since the momentum
of the pilot will be much greater due to the pendulum effect.
Attention
:
After touching down do not allow the glider to dive overhead and fall in front of you. If the
leading edge hits the ground hard the structure of the cell walls may become damaged.
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