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Cravatte/glider wrapped around lines
Counterbrake/weightshift and pump brake on the tangled side. Keep safe flying speed to
avoid stall or spin. On all Gin gliders, there is a separate stabilizer/winglet main line that goes
down to the B riser. This line usually comes slack in the event of a ”cravatte”. Pull it down
completely until it comes tight and the ”cravatte” normally comes out.
Cascade of events
Many reserve deployments are a result of a cascade of overcorrections by the pilot. Please
note that overcorrections are many times worse than no input at all.
As an experienced pilot once put it: "overcorrection is the mother of a spin".
If you have altitude, stay cool. If you don´t – better throw your reserve one time too many
than never again.
On materials
All modern gliders are built with as much of a safety margin as possible. The Boomerang is
tested to more than 8 times its maximum load (8G´s) and passed without remarks. However,
modern glider design has reached the level where material stretch / shrink has become a
relevant factor.
No such changes occurred during extensive testing of the Boomerang. Do take into
consideration that every extreme maneuver can, in time, damage the glider. This includes
spirals, B-stalls and big ears.
If you do notice any change in performance or handling of your glider, please have it
checked by an authorized dealer or the manufacturer.
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