AirDesign RIDE 3, Manual And Service Book

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trailing edge and slows the glider. In the worst case scenario, the glider can be caused to stall.
When launching in strong winds the canopy can, if not controlled, overshoot and hit the
ground hard. This can lead to tears in the ribs or damage the sail or stitching.
When landing, avoid the leading edge hitting the ground in front of the pilot. This can damage
the materials in the leading edge.
After landings in trees or water the line length must be checked. After contact with salt water
wash the glider immediately with clean water.
Avoid contact between the fabric and sweat.
Do not pull the glider over rough ground; his can damage the cloth at the contact points.
Do not too pack the glider too tightly.
The total line length documents for each size of the RIDE3 are found in the annex.
9.
Checking the glider
Even with the best possible care each glider is subjected to a certain ageing which can affect
the flying characteristics, performance and safety.
A thorough inspection of all components, including checking suspension line strength, line
geometry, riser geometry and permeability of the canopy material is mandatory.
For commercial flying: After
12 months or 150 flight hours (whichever occurs first) the glider –
and as well the spreader - must be inspected.
For non-commercial flying: After
24 months or 150 flight hours (whichever occurs first) the
glider – and as well the spreader - must be inspected.
This check will be made by the manufacturer, importer, distributor or other authorised
persons. The checking must be proven by a stamp on the certification sticker on the glider as
well in the service book.
In the event that a glider is NOT checked according to this schedule, the airworthiness
warranty of the glider is invalidated.
More information about servicing
and inspections can be found in the document “Inspection
Information” available on the AIRDESIGN website www.ad-gliders.com
Ground-handling times must be multiplied by factor of 2 due to the greater contact with
abrasive surfaces.
Respecting nature and environment:
Finally, we would ask each pilot to take care of nature and our environment. Respect nature
and the environment at all times but most particularly at take-off and landing places.
Respect others and paraglide in harmony with nature.
Do not leave marked tracks and do not leave rubbish behind.
Do not make unnecessary noise and respect sensitive biological areas.