EXTREME MANEUVERS
ASSYMETRIC CLOSURES
By applying a small amount of opposite brake the Silexx can be kept from turning. During
a large assymetric closure only small amounts of opposite brake should be used to keep
from stalling. Should the glider not open a few deep pumps on the collapese side will help
open the closure.
CRAVATTE
A cravatte ist one or more Lines over the top of the glider. Opposite brake is applied to
keep from entering an involuntary spiral dive.
To recover from the cravatte you can try:
- Pump the brake on the affected side
- Pull down the Stabilo Line on the affected side
- If unable to recover, a full stall can be used by highly experienced pilots, otherwise the
- reserve parachute should be activated.
FRONTAL COLLAPSE
During te exit from a thermal or upon entering a strong downdraft the front of the glider
can symmetrically collapse. A small amount of both brakes will open the glider quickly.
The Silexx usually opens on its own.
PARACHUTAL STALL (DEEP STALL)
There is no forward speed with a high sink rate. During a slow exit from a B line stall
parachutage may occur. A porous fabric and streched A lines will make a Glider more sub-
cepptable for a deep stall. To recover push the A lines forward and/or apply the accelera-
tor.
Caution:
If any brake is applied during deep stall the glider will immediately full stall.
If close to the ground it is advised to land using the PLF (Parachute landing fall) rather than
trying to exit deep stall and risk a big surge.
FULL STALL
Take a wrap on both brake lines and pull them under the seat. Hold them there and resist
the tension. You must hold the stall until the glider has come back overhead. To exit, slow-
ly bring both hands up when the glider is overhead. Not behind.
If the Full Stall is exited incorrectly the glider can surge very much and the pilot can fall
through or into the glider.
Fullstalls are very dangerous and need to be practiced only during a safety class over
water!
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Chapter 6
Extreme Maneuvers
