MAC PARA MacJet, User Manual

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FLYING THE MACJET
Power on landing
Make a flat approach at a shallow angle. While flaring the wing and losing speed switch
off the engine immediately after touchdown. In nil wind conditions you should run a few
steps after touchdown and pull the brakes few times dynamically (like a fluttering bird).
This stops the canopy over your head and gives you time to turn and put the glider
gently on the ground. Do not apply full brake before the pilot is safely on the ground. Do
not turn before the propeller stops turning.
The advantage of this method of course is that if you get it wrong you can power up and
go round again at any time. The disadvantages are the increased risk of (expensive)
propeller/cage damages if you stuff it up, the dangers involved in falling over with the
engine running and getting your lines in the propeller if you forget to switch off before
the wing deflates.
Attention! The final glide during the landing approach should be straight and not marked
by steep or alternating turns as these can result in a dangerous pendulum movements
close to the ground.
Attention! Do not allow the canopy to fall onto the leading edge with energy. This can
destroy the material and affects the life of the ribs at the leading edge!
Note!
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If possible, get to know the landing field before the approach.
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Check the wind direction before planning the approach.
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Landing with power off requires much less space.
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Training makes the master, practice the landing until you feel totally safe.
TOWING, JUMPS FROM AIRCRAFT, AEROBATICS
WARNING!! The MacJet is not suitable for towing.
WARNING!! The MacJet is not suitable for jumps from aircraft.
WARNING!! The MacJet is not designed to be used for aerobatics.