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will collapse behind you then automatically reinflate and surge forward in front of the pilot before
returning to normal flight. It is the surge forward that exits the canopy from deep stall.
Spin
This manoeuvre is dangerous and should not be practised in the course of normal flying.
Spins occour when the pilot tries to turn too fast. In a spin the pilot, lines and canopy basically stay vertical
and rotate around a vertical axis. The Magic will resist spinning, but if a spin is inadvertently induced the
pilot should release the brake pressure but always be ready to damp out any dive as the glider exits the
spin. If the pilot does not damp the dive on exiting the spin the glider may have an asymetric deflation.
Asymetric Front Deflation
The Magic is very resistant to deflations, however if the canopy collapses on one side due to turbulance,
then first of all control the direction of flight by countering on the opposite brake, then pump the brake on
the collapsed wing. The pumps on the brake should be long, strong, smooth and firm. Normally one or two
pumps of around 80 cm will be sufficient. Each pump should be applied in about one second and smoothly
released. In severe cases it can be more effective to pump both brakes together to get the canopy to
reinflte. Be careful not to stall the wing completely if this technique is used.
Releasing a trapped tip
On the Magic it should be very difficult to trap so that it will not come out quickly. However in extrme
conditions all canopies can become tied up in their own lines following a very severe deflation. If this
occurs then first of all use the standard method of recovery from a tip deflation as decribed in „Asymetric
Front Deflation“ above. If the canopy will still not recover then pull the rear risers to help the canopy to
reinflate or even the B risers. Strong brake application will also help to release a trapped tip. A full stall can
also release a trapped tip but should only be tried as a last resort if a part of the wing becomes really
knotted in the lines, and only if you have practiced the full stall during SIV training. Recovery should only
be attempted with sufficient height. If you are very low then it is much more important to steer the canopy
into a safe landing place or even throw your reserve.
NOTE: Test pilots have tested the Magic well beyond the normal flight envelope, but such tests are carried
out in a very precise manner by trained test pilots with a back-up parachute, and over water.
Stalls and spins on any paragliders are dangerous manoeuvres and are not recommended.
Chapter VI
Storage & Servicing
Packing
a) Select a suitable flat area that is out of the wind if possible
b) Arrange the canopy with the underside facing upwards and the harness at the trailing edge. All the lines
should be laying on the canopy. At this stage you may wish remove your harness.
c) Roll up the canopy in sections from each tip inwards.
d) Then starting from the harness at the trailing edge, roll up the canopy squeezing out all the air at the
same time.
e) The rolled canopy will now fit neatly into its bag.
Storage & Care
a) If you ahve to pack away your canopy wet, do not leave it for more than a few hours in that condition.
As soon as possible dry out the canopy. Do not use direct heat sources to dry canopy as it is inflammable.
b) Always store the canopy in a dry warm place. Ideally this should be in the temperature range of 5 to 3
degrees centigrade.
