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Recommendations
We advise pilots to choose their wings conservatively: it is preferable
to fly a lower class wing than to overstretch yourself. One can only get
the full potential from a wing if it feels comfortable. If the wing is too
demanding, this does not lead to increased performance and it can
increase the risks.
After buying a new wing we recommend undertaking an
SIV/pilotage course. On this course we recommend practising the
manoeuvres which simulate the incidents which most commonly occur
during everyday flying – in particular asymmetric and frontal collapses.
Furthermore we recommend regular flying, ground handling, as well
as further theoretical training. We advise that you continuously study
flight theory and practice and that you also study the particulars of
your chosen flying equipment. As the owner of your equipment it is your
responsibility to comply with checking and maintenance requirements.
More information on this in the »Care and maintenance« section.
Operating limits
The following flying conditions and situations are outside the permit-
ted operating limits of the wing:
• Flying with precipitation (rain, snow, hail) must be avoided at all costs.
Precipitation has a negative impact on the flying characteristics of
the wing. Amongst other things, the stall point and parachutal stall
behaviour changes.
• Low temperatures combined with high humidity can lead to icing,
which also has a negative impact on the wing’s flying characteristics
(parachutal/deep stall, shortening of the brake travel).
• Operating the paraglider is only permissible within the recommended
weight range. The weight range can be found in the technical data.
• Sand, dirt and snow (especially in large quantities) have a very nega-
tive effect on the flying behaviour of the wing. Before each launch,
check your glider for foreign matter and execute a proper pre-flight
checking sequence.
• This paraglider was not designed for aerobatics.
MENTOR 7 Light target group
The MENTOR 7 Light (EN/LTF B) is a state-of-the-art „teacher“ in the
tradition of the MENTOR series (performance, smooth in flight, safe-
ty), which does not tend to overshoot during inflation and impresses
with an extreme flight behaviour that is manageable for its class. As
a hybrid 2.5-liner, it is suitable for cross-country pilots who are ex-
perienced in handling EN B gliders, or who want to get the maximum
out of a flight using the speed-bar and HAC handles. So if you want to
familiarise yourself with pitch control similar to the flying feeling of a
two-liner, this is the wing to fly. It is important to understand that the
hybrid construction partly influences ground handling and means, for
example, that the use of the B3 stall is more effective than classic big
ears.
General information
As an aircraft, paragliders must conform to applicable air law.
Depending on your country of origin, instruction may be compulsory.
Additionally, there are statutory requirements (for example air law)
which must be adhered to.
The MENTOR 7 Light is designed and certified to carry one pilot. It
may not be used as a tandem wing.
Paraglider pilots must be able to prove that they have the valid licen-
ces and must have insurance as is required by their country of origin.
Pilots must be capable of judging meteorological conditions correctly.
Depending on a country‘s applicable regulations, the use of a helmet
and back protector, as well as carrying a parachute, is mandatory and
highly advisable.
Pilots must accept responsibility for the risk inherent in participating
in the sport. Paragliding is an adventure sport and can lead to severe
injuries and death.
We recommend that inexperienced pilots and those with a heightened
desire for safety should undertake paragliding under the auspices an
accredited school or instructor. Many of our NOVA Partners can offer
this service.
Flying the
MENTOR 7 Light
does require a level of
skill. The MENTOR 7
Light is not suitable
for beginners or
occasional flyers.
For queries about the
suitability of the wing
for you, your NOVA
dealer will be happy
to assist!
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