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GENERAL 

 

Dear MAC PARA pilot  

We congratulate you on your purchase of a MAC PARA paraglider. Extensive development 
work  and  numerous  tests  make  the  Aravis  a  very  high  performance  paraglider  with 
maximum possible safety. The Aravis is constructed for thermal and cross-country flying, 
and will enable pilots to get maximum enjoyment. The Aravis offers very easy inflation and 
simple  ground-handling  characteristics  by  take-off,  excellent  handling  in  flight  and  easy 
landing. Please read this manual carefully before you start, this way you will get the most 
out of your glider.  

 

WARNING 

 

Please read this manual carefully and note following details 

Paragliding is a sport, which demands, besides the optimum equipment, a high degree of 
attentiveness,  good  judgement,  and  theoretical  knowledge.  Paragliding  can  be  a 
dangerous sport, which may lead to injury and death. Flying a paraglider is undertaken with 
the full knowledge that paragliding involves such risks.  This paraglider meets at the time of 
delivery  requirements  of  the  European  Norm  EN  926-1  and  EN  926-2  or  LTF  (German 
Certificate  of  Airworthiness).  Any  alternations  to  the  paraglider  will  render  its  certification 
invalid!  The  use  of  this  paraglider  is  solely  at  the  user’s  own  risk!  Manufacturer  and 
distributor do not accept any liability.  
These  operating  instructions  must  be  fully  read  and  understood  before  the  first  flight.  As 
the user  of this paraglider  you take the responsibility for  all risks  associated  with its use. 
Inappropriate use and or abuse of your equipment will increase these risks.  
Be ready to practice as much as you can. The ground handling with your paraglider is the 
most important part of training. Make sure you always complete a pre-flight inspection of all 
of  your  equipment.  Never  attempt  flying  with  unsuitable  or  damaged  equipment.  Always 
wear a helmet, gloves and boots. Make sure that you are physically and mentally healthy 
before  flying.  Pay  special  attention  to  the  terrain  you  will  be  flying  and  the  weather 
conditions before you launch. If you are unsure do not fly, and always add a large safety 
margin to all your decisions. 
Keep this manual for reference, and please pass it on to the new owner if you ever re-sell 
your paraglider. 
If, after carefully reading this handbook, you still have questions, suggestions or criticism 
regarding this product do not hesitate to contact your dealer or us. We will be glad to help 
and advice. 

MAC PARA wish you nice flights with your Aravis. 

 

Version 1.0 Stand 08.2021 

 

Summary of Contents for ARAVIS Series

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Page 2: ...USE 17 EXTREME FLYING MANOEUVRES 18 LOOKING AFTER YOUR PARAGLIDER 23 OVERALL LINE LENGTHS 28 RISER 29 LINE PLANS 30 LINE PLAN ARAVIS 31 ADJUSTING BRAKE LINES 32 TREATING NATURE WITH RESPECT 32 MATERI...

Page 3: ...der its certification invalid The use of this paraglider is solely at the user s own risk Manufacturer and distributor do not accept any liability These operating instructions must be fully read and u...

Page 4: ...avis must not be used for aerobatics extreme flying or flight manoeuvres at an angle greater than 90 The Aravis must not be used when the canopy is wet The Aravis has been certified for a defined weig...

Page 5: ...ountry and third party insurance Any changes made to this paraglider invalidate the certificate of airworthiness There shall be no liability on the part of third parties in particular the manufacturer...

Page 6: ...excessive exposure to UV Rigging system The lines of the Aravis are made of proven strong and stretch resistant covered Aramid Kevlar lines and Dyneema lines The entire rigging system comprises indivi...

Page 7: ...red Risers The Aravis is equipped with 4 risers per side The A riser is covered with coloured webbing to allow for easy identification The main suspension loop on the bottom of the riser is covered re...

Page 8: ...esses with fixed cross bracing GX type are not certified and should not be used It s important for your comfort and safety to fly with a suitable harness that is properly adjusted When choosing a harn...

Page 9: ...cluding different colored rings supplied must be assembled as per instructions The speed system line is firmly attached use bowline or other nonslip knot to the foot stirrup The other end of the line...

Page 10: ...erve for use in emergency situations where the paraglider fails and recovery is not possible The reserve is fitted according to the manufacturer s instructions Note Carry out your first flights only d...

Page 11: ...Before take off is your personal equipment in order harness carabiners reserve helmet speed system mounted and connected properly risers not twisted brake handle in hands brake lines free pilot s posi...

Page 12: ...rc keeping your elbows bent and hands at the level of the shoulders Do not pull down or push the risers forward excessively or the leading edge will deform and possibly collapse making taking off more...

Page 13: ...speed according to the flight situation in order to ensure optimum performance and safety Minimum sink speed on the Aravis is achieved by light braking During your first few flights familiarize yourse...

Page 14: ...g through the brakes If you feel a loss of pressure in one or both sides of the wing quickly apply the appropriate brake s to regain pressure Release the brake promptly as soon as normal pressure is r...

Page 15: ...lum effects can be avoided WARNING Practise spiralling with caution and lower sink rates to get a feel for the gliders behaviour A pilot who is dehydrated or not accustomed to spiralling can lose cons...

Page 16: ...e pilot can use them in emergency situations By far the best technique is to fly correctly and safely so you never have to descend rapidly Approach and Landing To avoid excessively demanding situation...

Page 17: ...he brake lines are adjusted to the lengths recommended here Setting them shorter could lead to a tendency to stall during towed flight Apart from this there are no special procedures Aerobatics The Ar...

Page 18: ...anoeuvres described in the following sections do not return the glider to a controllable flying position or if there is not enough altitude for correction SIV Safety training The Aravis is designed as...

Page 19: ...l folding lines to perform the manoeuver But nevertheless the accelerated asymmetric collapse must be performed correctly in a proper way and this preferably by safety trainings It is important to tak...

Page 20: ...he quick links firmly in your hands Do not use the central A lines At the beginning of pulling the move in the direction of pilot s body must be slow and after the move of approx 5 cm it can only be s...

Page 21: ...t always form a front rosette A frontal rosette can be formed by entering the full stall slowly When entering braking fast the canopy will not always form the desired front rosette To recover from a f...

Page 22: ...er To induce a wingover the pilot flies consecutive alternating turns to gradually steepen the angle of bank During wingovers with a high bank angle the outside wing begins to unload Further increase...

Page 23: ...lider which should be folded together Lay the mushroomed wing on the Certina bag It is best to start from the mushroomed position as this reduces the dragging of the leading edge across the ground 2 S...

Page 24: ...ssential to ensure that the fabric and glider remain durable and retain their qualities The glider should therefore be protected from unnecessary UV light Do not unpack your glider until immediately b...

Page 25: ...g the ground at high speed which may cause rips in the profile and damage the rib material Any repairs on paragliders are very expensive Clean the paraglider with fresh water after contact with salt w...

Page 26: ...es The difference between the measured length and the original length should not exceed 10mm The changes that could appear are a slight shrink on the B s and or a slight stretch on the A s The consequ...

Page 27: ...name of the inspector and be entered near the glider information certification sticker Repairs Tears in the canopy must be professionally sewn Adhesive patches are only adequate for very minor damage...

Page 28: ...A B C D E Brakes 1 6673 6581 6705 6869 7030 2 6611 6513 6640 6804 6748 3 6655 6559 6681 6839 6607 4 6648 6560 6672 6828 6552 5 6626 6536 6650 6793 6482 6 6681 6591 6700 6833 6362 7 6619 6543 6626 671...

Page 29: ...29 RISER Riser lengths Aravis The lengths are measured from the main attachment point to the lower edge of rapid links A A1 B C Trim position 520 520 520 520 Accelerated 435 435 480 520...

Page 30: ...owing printed line plans show the line configurations Line types in colours A A1 B C Br A A1 B C Br Colour marking Loop for main karabiner Trim position Accelerated Brake handle Change of the angle of...

Page 31: ...31 LINE PLAN ARAVIS...

Page 32: ...elerated This trim should not be altered In extreme situations any other settings may lead to the glider reacting differently to versions which have been tested NOTE If in doubt about the brake line a...

Page 33: ...Aramid 8000 130 Breaking Load 130 kg Stabiliser line Aramid 7343 90 Breaking Load 90 kg Main lines C1 Aramid 7343 140 Breaking Load 140 kg Main Brake lines Dyneema 7950 190 Breaking Load 190 kg ROSEN...

Page 34: ...34 CHECKS Name Company Date Signature Stamp...

Page 35: ...an flat m 9 32 9 86 10 35 10 84 11 44 12 03 Aspect ratio flat 5 16 5 16 5 16 5 16 5 16 5 16 Root cord m 2 21 2 34 2 45 2 57 2 71 2 85 Cells 50 50 50 50 50 50 Weight kg 2 5 2 72 2 97 3 1 3 3 3 7 Weight...

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