Table of Contents:
1.
Dear Independence Pilot
2. Important
information
3. Target
group
4. The
eXCalibur´s
construction and development
5. Material
specification
6. Technical
specification
7.
How to check your paraglider
8.
How to adjust the steering lines
9. In
flight
9.1 The
harness
9.2 Take-off
preparation
9.3 Take-off
run
9.4 Level
flight
9.5 Accelerated
flight
9.6
Using the Speed Bar
9.7 Turning
9.8 Landing
10.
Towing
11 Paramotoring
12. Flying
manoeuvres
12.1 Asymmetric
collapse
12.2 Cravats
12.3 Symmetric or Front tuck
12.4 Parachutal
stall
12.5 B-line
stall
12.6 Steep
spirals
12.7 Big
Ears
12.8 Full
stall
12.9 Negative
spins
12.10 Wingovers
12.11 Emergency steering
13 Summary
14
Care and storage
15.1 Total line length
eXCalibur
small
15.2 Total line length
eXCalibur
medium
15.3 Total line length
eXCalibur
large
16.1 Single line length
eXCalibur
small
16.2 Single line length
eXCalibur
medium
16.3 Single line length
eXCalibur
large
17.1 DHV
certification
eXCalibur
small
17.2 DHV
certification
eXCalibur
medium
17.3 DHV certification
eXCalibur
large
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1. Dear Independence Pilot
It is our pleasure to welcome you to the world of
Independence
pilots. The new eXCalibur paraglider
was developed to suit pilots that enjoy superior performance, high speed and agility, but still want
a high level of security. The eXCalibur distinguishes itself through its unique handling and
performance. Like every paraglider the eXCalibur has its own characteristics. To ensure your best
possible flying experience we provide this manual.
2. It is most important that you read this manual before flying your new
eXCalibur
!
We are not liable for misuse of your paraglider
New paragliders must be flown by the seller first. This flight must be acknowledged in the protocol
by signature and date.
The
eXCalibur
must only be flown in combination with an authorised rescue system and
harness. The pilot is responsible for pre-flight checks and condition of his/her equipment.
Fly market GmbH & Co. Kg is not liable for any compensation resulting from breach of these articles.
3. Target Group
The
eXCalibur
has been rated DHV class 2-3 GH accelerated. It is suitable for pilots who are looking
for a high performance glider, XC-pilots and Competition-pilots, who have already experience with
gliders of higher classes. We recommend that every pilot should play with the paraglider on the
ground (ground handling) as much as possible. Attending an over water safety clinic (SIV) is also
advisable. Perfect control of the paraglider on the ground and in the air is the key to flying fun and
the best way to ensure accident free flying.
4. Construction and development of the
eXCalibur
The
eXCalibur
consists of 57 cells, of which every second one is attached to a line. The V-bands
ensure that the load on the line attachments is spread onto the adjoining ribs. This results in fewer
lines without loss of airfoil shape, whilst maintaining profile integrity, and canopy stability. The
resistance of the lines in the air is thus reduced as well as providing easier sorting of the lines
before take off.
We have used the best and up to date technical equipment to develop the eXCalibur
.
3D models
were built on the computer and tests were simulated before production. All parts are tailored by
computerised cutting machines and printed with inscriptions. Our development team has more than
15 years of experience in developing and producing paragliders and are supported by experienced
test pilots.
For computer freaks: We use a P3 multiprocessor workstation with two monitors. The cutting
plotters are controlled by a SGI workstation. Our FlyCAD2000 program was specially developed for
paraglider construction, is written in C++/Arx and is updated regularly. It is now used by nearly all
other manufacturers. The eXCalibur is a new milestone in its class. The different eXCalibur sizes are
symmetrically scaled achieving the same performance for the equivalent weight load and a nearly
identical inflight behaviour.
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