AirDesign Si, Manual And Service Book

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The lines and risers should be sorted carefully. Check that the risers are not twisted and that
the brake lines are running free. All lines must run from riser to canopy free from tangles or
knots – during flight it is often not possible to release knots in lines.
Lines lay directly in contact with the ground. Therefore, take care that they don’t get caught or
snagged during take-off.
No lines should be underneath the canopy, line-overs can cause accidents.
The canopy should be laid out in a circular shape facing the wind so that all lines become
tensioned evenly when inflating.
ATTENTION: NEVER TAKE OFF (START) WITH OPEN KARABINAS!
b. Check-list – pre-flight-check
Lay the glider out into a slight arc and check that:
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Canopy is dry and undamaged
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Cell openings are free of obstructions
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Risers are without damage and all stitching is intact
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Maillons on lines are closed correctly
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All lines are free from tangles or knots
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Brakes lines run freely through the pulleys
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Knots on brake lines are secure
After putting on harness check the:
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Position of reserve (rescue) handle and pins
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Leg loops and strap are fastened correctly
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Main Karabiners are closed
Before launch check that:
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Speed-system is connected correctly and runs smoothly through the pulleys
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Risers are not twisted
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Place brake handles in the hands and check brake lines are free
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Position pilot in centre of wing
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Check wind direction
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Check take off area is clear
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Check airspace is free from congestion
c. Take-off
The key to successful launching is to practice ground-handling on flat ground as often as
possible.
The SuSi inflates easily and steadily using forward or reverse launch techniques. There is no
tendency for the canopy to hang back during inflation.
d. Turning flight
Your will notice the very precise handling from the first flight. The SuSi is easy to turn at any
bank angle, from flat through to steeply banked turns. With little brake input the wing turns
flat and therefore climbs well in thermals. With more input the glider becomes agile and more
dynamic allowing radical manoeuvres to be made.
Brake pressure is progressive which enables the pilot to feel the wing and helps prevent