FLIGHTS UNDER SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Rain
Basically belongs to every conscientious flight preparation the look of the weather
situation, so that "really" no flights in rain should be necessary.
Nevertheless, each pilot can fall into worse unpredictable weather conditions.
In general: No flights in the rain, as soon as possible to land!
In very light rain the flight can be continued at first. The increasingly becoming wet
glider is correspondingly heavier and therefore must flown faster to generate the
necessary lift. The stall speed increases accordingly. A stall is possible!
Therefore: Cautious flying, avoid abrupt maneuvers, do not fly too slow for landing.
In heavy rain always land, perform if need a safety landing.
Store away the glider only dry , they rot otherwise. A wet glider also starts slower and
worse!
WIND: Generally, each start and each landing must be performed whenever possible
into the wind.The glider will always turn into the wind. Must be rolled diagonally to the
wind, use the leeward brake line slightly to hold the glider in the right direction.
Must be landed in strong winds use the foot pedal brake.It prevent a back pulling effect
of the trike.After touch down turn the brake line one time around your hand.
You will get a more efficience brake.
In turbulence do not fly at maximum speed. The reduced angle of attack allow a collapse
of the glider in case of wind gusts.
Close the trim´s
Flights are not permitted at snowfall and must be stopped if necessary.
Extreme temperatures: Restrictions in "normal" temperatures between -10 and +35 ° C
does not exist. “START PILOT” could simplify at low temperatures to start the engine.
However, the cooling water must be mixed according to the manufacturer's instructions
of the engine with antifreeze. In warm weather please have special attention to the
engine temperatures. The power consumption and flight speed increases in result for
longer take off and landing roll distancen
