Gin Yeti Tandem 3, User Manual

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be avoided. It is even possible to land using big ears, for example on a top-landing to
compensate for the updraft.
The wing-loading increases by the reduction in the wing’s surface area, the wing becomes
more stable against collapses in turbulence. Nevertheless, the air resistance of the wing also
increases, and it
fl ies more slowly and closer to the stall limit. To counter this and to increase the
effectiveness of the sink, the trimmers are generally also used in combination with big ears.
Start the “big ears” manoeuvre by pulling both outer A-lines downwards. This should fold down
a su
ffi ciently large part of the wing tips that the pilot does not then have to counteract the
tendency to reopen. If the surface area which tucks under is too small (“ears” fl apping, high
holding forces), re-open the ears and then pull down and hold the A-lines a little more fi rmly.
The brake lines are held steady and the pilot uses weight-shift to steer the paraglider. You can
now descend safely on the stable middle part of the wing. The brakes must not be shortened
during the manoeuvre, e.g. by wrapping the brake line. Do not use the brakes unless you intend
to exit big ears.
To exit big ears, release both A lines at the same time. Apply brake progressively one side at a
time to help re-in
fl ation. Be careful not brake too deeply on both sides at the same time as this
could cause a stall.
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The Yeti Tandem 3 requires no speci fi c techniques for landing. Land on a large and obstacle-free
landing site. Observe the wind direction and strength, and any hazards in, or near, the landing
area.
Fly a proper landing circuit and plan your
fi nal approach well in advance. Never perform steep
turns near the ground. This may cause the pilot to pendulum dangerously.
Actively choose a spot on the ground in the landing
fi eld to aim for. Adopt an upright position in
your harness by sliding your legs forward, ready to make contact with the ground.
Make your
fi nal approach as straight as possible. Fly at around trim speed (keep just enough
tension on the brakes to keep contact with the wing, a little more tension in turbulent air). Once
you come within a meter of the ground, brake progressively to maintain a level
fl ight path.
In nil or light winds, fl are positively to reduce your ground speed to a minimum. Again: higher
wing loading results in a higher ground speed. Make sure you always land into the wind. In nil
wind situations, be prepared to run fast. In stronger winds, use only the minimum amount of
fl are
necessary to su ffi ciently minimize your vertical and horizontal speed. If you fl are too hard in
strong winds, the glider will climb rapidly upwards and backwards, and you may get injured.
In strong winds, turn to face your wing as soon as your feet touch the ground. Immediately stall
the glider as rapidly as possible with the brakes or rear risers. Be prepared to run towards your
wing.
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