paratech P43 Series, Manual

Page: 19 / 44

15
Entering a strong thermal or partial thermal pay attention that the canopy does not fall
behind the pilot and get caught in a dynamic current. This can be prevented by loos-
ening the steering line as you enter the lift to gain some speed.
Conversely when the paraglider enters or leaves an up-draft or a thermal and flies
ahead of the pilot the glider needs to be slowed down. Speeding up (using the speed
system) makes sense in order to cross a down wind zone or by cross wind. This type
of flying is called proactive flying“.
Already constructed as a stable paraglider, a proactive flying style in turbulent air as
prescribed above, supports the safety of the pilot and can help prevent the collapses
and deformations of the canopy.
4.6 Landing
The P3 is simple to land. Begin the landing in a straight approach into the wind slowly
increasing the brake application and stand up. About 3 feet above ground pull the
brakes totally and lean slightly forward. If there is a strong cross wind brake less.
Landings coming out of a spiral and quick flight direction changes before landing are
not recommended because of the pendulum effect.
Attention: Overshooting of the canopy, which then slams with air filled cell
opening ahead on the ground can pop the cells ( paper bag effect).
4.7 Winch Towing
When winch towing with the P43 make sure the glider is vertical above the pilot be-
fore starting. Don’t use too much pull in the beginning phase so that the pilot is pul-
led up in a flat angle. Tow line pull more then 90 kp is not permitted with the P43 M
and P43 L. For the P43 S only a maximum of 70 kp tow line pull is permitted. In any
case the maximum tow line pull should not exceed the pilots body weight.
Germany permits winch towing only if the pilot has a winch tow rating, the winch op-
erator has a permit to winch paragliders, the paraglider is rated for winch towing and
the winch, and winch attachment have a label saying that they are designed for winch
towing paragliders. Follow the local rules and work only with an experienced winch
towing team and the right equipment.