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It is essential to adapt each launch to the varying conditions and sites.
The conditions must also be suitable for the pilot’s skill level and
experience.
Just because the wing is fast, pilots should not make the mistake of
underestimating the conditions and taking off in unsuitable and unsafe
circumstances.
3.2 PREPARATION
Repeat the procedures detailed in chapter 2 UNPACKING AND
ASSEMBLY to prepare your equipment.
3.3 FLIGHT PLAN
Planning a flight before taking off to avoid possible problems later is
always a good idea.
3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST
Once ready, but before taking off, conduct another equipment inspection.
Conduct a thorough visual check of your gear with the wing fully open,
the lines untangled and properly laid out on the ground to ensure that all
is in working order. Be certain the weather conditions are suited to your
flying skill level.
3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL, AND TAKE-OFF
Smoothly and progressively inflate the wing. Inflating of the BI SKIN 2 P
is easy and does not require a lot of energy. The wing rises fast and the
pilot must anticipate this in order to have control during this phase. The
wing will take the load immediately, making it easier to take off in rough
terrain.
If the wind permits, we recommend a reverse launch, as this allows a
better visual inspection of the wing during inflation. In “strong” winds,
the BI SKIN 2 P is especially easy to control using this launch technique.
Winds of 25 to 30 km/h are considered strong for paragliding.
Correctly setting up the wing on the ground before take off is especially
important. Choose an appropriate location facing the wind. Position the
paraglider in a crescent configuration to facilitate inflation. A clean wing
layout will ensure a trouble-free take off.
3.6 LANDING
The BI SKIN 2 P lands excellently, it converts the wing speed into lift at the
pilot’s demand, allowing an enormous margin of error. Wrapping the brake
lines around your hand to get greater braking efficiency is not necessary.
3.7 PACKING
The BI SKIN 2 P has a complex leading edge, manufactured using a
variety of different materials and it must be packed carefully. A correct
folding method is very important to extend the useful life of your paraglider.
It should be concertina-packed, with the leading edge reinforcements flat
and the flexible rods stacked one on top of the other. This method will
keep the profile in its original shape and protect the integrity of the wing
over time. Make sure the reinforcements are not bent or folded. It should
not be folded too tightly to avoid damage to the cloth and/or lines.
At Niviuk we have designed the NKare Bag, a bag designed to assist you
with rapid packing which helps maintain the integrity of the leading edge
and its internal structures in perfect condition.
4. IN FLIGHT
We recommend that you read the certification test report.
The report contains all the necessary information on how the BI SKIN 2 P
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