Niviuk R-BUS, User Manual

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1. CHARACTERISTICS
1.1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR?
This wing is designed for tandem paramotor flights, both trike or foot-
launched. The R-BUS is targeted at professional and recreational tandem
pilots.
It is a wing designed to provide the pilot with complete control and allow
the passenger to fully enjoy the flight.
40 m
2
The 40 m 2 size is designed for heavier loads.
37 m
2
The 37 m
2
is designed for light-weight trikes and foot-launched
paramotors.
Paramotoring is a relatively new discipline and it is continuously evolving.
To get the most out of the wing, it is essential that the motor set-up,
propeller, harness and pilot experience are compatible.
Only the aeronautical authorities of respective countries can determine
pilot competence.
1.2 CERTIFICATION
TThe R-BUS has passed the requirements stipulated by the Dirección
General Aviación Civil (DGAC).
The certification tests were performed by the FFVL test centre Aerotest.
Shock test to 2.625 kg.
Load test to 8 G 328 kg.
Load test to 5.25 G (DGAC) 500 kg.
Certification number: 2016/012
It has passed the Dirección General Aviación Civil (DGAC) certification as
ULM class 1. It also has the manufacturer’s certification.
Any modification of the paraglider invalidates the certification.
It is important to note that different sized wings will react differently
during manoeuvres. Even within the same size, at maximum or minimum
load, the behaviour and reactions of the wing may vary.
1.3 IN-FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR
Niviuk developed this wing by adopting very specific goals: to create a
tandem wing for powered flight, which is able to meet the current needs
of most professional or recreational dual pilots, who use heavy trikes or
foot-launched paramotors.
Pilots want a wing which is easy and enjoyable to fly and which has real
advantages - capable of carrying up to 500 kg, easy to launch and land,
low engine demand, high speed and with a good glide performance. All
challenges for our R & D team.
The wing inflates steadily but gently, without the tendency to overshoot.
Acceleration is as effective as it is progressive. Obviously, depending on
the wing-loading, the pilot will know the level of power required.
The R-BUS provides feedback in a very understandable and user-friendly
way, helping the pilot to fly smoothly and provide an enjoyable flight for
their passengers.
In all aspects of flight, the wing is very solid and stable. From lighter
loads to the maximum wing-loading, the wing remains solid without
unpleasant, unnecessary movements. It responds to the pilot’s inputs
effectively and even in turbulent conditions it remains stable and solid.