ɸ
Nano 4 user manual
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ɸ
If the deflation does not re-inflate spontaneously, apply brake on the closed side in a
smooth, progressive pumping action. Be sure not to apply too much brake too slowly as this
may risk a stall. Remember that a partly collapsed wing has a reduced surface area and thus a
higher stall speed.
If you get a collapse while in accelerated flight, close the trimmers immediately. Then apply
the normal procedure for unaccelerated asymmetric collapses.
WARNING: After a large collapse, an instinctive reaction to the body falling is to attempt to
hold something. This can result in the pilot unintentionally applying brake, which prevents
proper recovery. Always make sure you have fully released the brakes (including any
wraps taken) after any incident. Let the glider fly.
Cravat / glider wrapped around lines
A cravatte occurs when a wing tip becomes stuck between the glider lines, for example,
following a bad take-off preparation. On the Nano 4, a cravatte is unlikely to occur. If you do
get a cravatte, first control your direction. Do this by using weightshift and enough
counter-brake to stop the turn, but not too much to risk a stall of the opposite side.
A cravat can generally be opened by a short, fast pull on the brake line of the cravatted
side. If not, on the Nano 4, there is a separate stabilizer/winglet main line that goes down to
the A2 riser. This line usually becomes slack in the event of a cravat. Pull this line down
completely until it becomes tight and the cravat normally comes out.
Figure:
Grabbing the stabilizer/winglet main line
WARNING: Counter-steering too strongly on the inflated side of the glider can result in a
stall and to further uncontrolled flight manoeuvres (cascade of events).
Always remain aware of other aircraft and terrain when dealing with a problem on your
wing. Do not hesitate to throw your reserve parachute if the rotation in a cravatte is
increasing uncontrollably, especially if you are at low altitude.
ɸ
ɸ
ɸ
ɸ
Page 24
Summary of Contents for Nano 4
Page 1: ...Nano 4 User manual v1 0 December 2017...
Page 45: ...Dream Touch Believe...
