AirDesign SUSI 3, Manual And Service Book

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While in big-ears your forward speed can be increased by using the speed system. To use big-
ears with speed system pull the ears in first and then push the speed bar. To recover release
the speed bar first and then open the ears.
The tendency for the wing to collapse is reduced while flying with big-ears.
The SUSI3 can be steered with big ears in by weight-shift alone.
Initiation : Reach up high and take hold of the metal maillon (quick- link) of the “outer” A -riser
on each side of the glider. Pull both sides down simultaneous. Hold them in firmly. The tips will
fold in. Make sure the lines are pulled down equally on each side and your big ears are even.
Recovery : The ears will open by itself. To support the reopening pull a little at the brakes.
ALL RAPID DESCENT MANOUVRES SHOULD BE FIRST PRACTICED IN CALM AIR, WITH
SUFFICIENT ALTITUDE AND WITH QUALIFIED SUPERVISION.
REMEMBER:
A wrong manoeuvre at the wrong time may change a straightforward situation into a
dangerous problem. Extreme manoeuvres also expose your glider to forces which may damage
it.
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Practice these techniques under qualified supervision preferably during a safety
training course
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Before initiating a manoeuvre make sure that the airspace below is clear of
obstructions or other pilots.
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During manoeuvres watch both the glider and altitude above the ground.