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1. CHARACTERISTICS
1.1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR?
For experienced and/or competition pilots who want speed and a solid
wing.
Its fast but maneuverable character makes it the ideal glider for
navigation, competition and cross-country flights.
A high performance but simultaneously very comfortable glider but
it must be noted that this is a demanding wing with particular flight
characteristics with potentially violent reactions in turbulence if the pilot
is not able to fly actively.
1.2 CERTIFICATION
EN / DGAC
Air Turquoise thoroughly tested the structural strength of KOUGAR 3 and
certifies its compliance with all DGAC stipulations. The test procedure
was defined in accordance with the methodology of the EN 926-1:2015
and LTF NFL II-91/09 chapter 3 standards.
The shock test proved that the wing can resist 1000 daN of force.
The load test passed the requirement to withstand the 5.25 G of its
maximum take off load for 3 seconds. 267 kg.
DGAC is a legal document that confirms the commitment that the brand
will meet all the requirements for a particular wing to function correctly
and grant maximum safety to the pilot. In this way, we demonstrate that
from the outset our wing was designed and developed with the sole
objective of being flown with a paramotor, complying with the adequate
performance and safety requirements across all weight-ranges.
Only the aeronautical authorities of respective countries can determine
pilot competence.
For further information on the flight test and the corresponding
certification number, please see the final pages of this manual or see
niviuk.com
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1.3 IN-FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR
The Niviuk Team has carried out extensive and meticulous design work
on the KOUGAR 3. After several prototypes and many hours of test
flying, numerous adjustments were made. These prototypes were then
tested in all types of flight conditions. This intense development work
supported by the combined experience of the whole team has resulted in
a wing with unbeatable flight behaviour.
This intense development work was underpinned by the combined
experience of the whole team and has resulted in a wing with incredible
flight behaviour.
Thanks to the leading edge reinforcements and the SLE (Structured
Leading Edge), the wing distinguishes itself with light handling, precise
response, manoeuvrability, safety and high stability. With these
characteristics, it is perfect for powered flight.
Its inflation behaviour is the first step to appreciating its obedient
character. Its lightness, both in terms of weight and handling, has
a positive impact on all its flying attributes, allowing you to fly with
complete freedom.
The addition of SLE technology with its light weight and structured cells
ensures that every inflation and take off remains simple and uneventful.
Thanks to the KOUGAR 3’s controlled and progressive inflation the pilot
remains in complete control of the wing throughout all stages of the take
off. This allows extra time to position the wing in the perfect pre-launch
position directly above the head.
The running phase is perhaps one of the most critical when taking off
with a powered wing, so any technological assistance is an advantage
to take off easily and safely. During take off in order to create sufficient
lift traditional profiles demand high forward speed, in other words, a long
and fast run. The new technological features on the KOUGAR 3 facilitate
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