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Congratulations!

Thank you for choosing a PHI MAESTRO light!

The MAESTRO light represents the continuation of a long tradition. Like its predecessors in the High B class, it sets standards in

terms of performance and speed. The MAESTRO light is a race version specially developed for the X-alps style competitions. It

combines maximum performance and speed with minimal weight
For questions or suggestions, please contact us at [email protected].

More information about this and our other products can be found at phi-air.com.

In order to be able to use all service and warranty services, you must register your paraglider on our homepage under SERVICE /

REGISTRATION.

PHI

The PHI brand stands for experience, competence and passion. The PHI team consists of experts and enthusiasts with a lot of

experience. First-class technical professionalism is the base to further push the limits.

The PHI MAESTRO light

The MAESTRO light is a High-B wing with a highly technical design. The resulting dynamic performance and the high degree of

passive safety set new standards. The additional miniribs in the leading edge double the number of cells in the flow-critical area.

Together with the optimized zig-zag 3D shaping, a new level of surface quality is realized. The MAESTRO light impresses with its

very progressive lightweight construction.

Technical description

The MAESTRO light has 60 cells across the entire span, of which 8 cells each on the Stabilo are designed as closed cells. This

creates a form stable and homogeneous wing. The profiles used combine high performance with a very forgiving flight behavior.
4 levels of lines on the sail lead to 4 risers on each side. The outermost A lines hang on a separate riser for easy big ears. The

suspension system is extremely reduced, which offers a clear buildup and minimizes the line resistance.

On the front A riser, the speed system is attached.

For better distinction, all A-lines on the maillon rapide / so links are covered and red.

Safety

The MAESTRO light is characterized by high stability in turbulent air. If the wing collapses, the reaction is typical B-class: with no

dynamics.
The maneuver ratings of B in the EN / LTF tests confirm the large safety margin of this glider.

Handling

The brake travel is short and direct. The brake pressure shows a good progression with excellent feedback. The MAESTRO light

can be turned very sensitively and with comparatively small control inputs in thermals.

Performance

Due to the additional miniribs in the profile nose, the leading edge remains largely stable even in accelerated flight. Thus, the

MAESTRO light offers a very flat polar curve with outstanding performance for its class.

Target group

The MAESTRO light is aimed at competition pilots who participate in hike and fly events.

Summary of Contents for Maestro Light

Page 1: ...1 Manual Version 1 04 of 29 09 2022...

Page 2: ...s very progressive lightweight construction Technical description The MAESTRO light has 60 cells across the entire span of which 8 cells each on the Stabilo are designed as closed cells This creates a...

Page 3: ...thorized modification such as changing the length of the lines changing the riser will result in a loss of certification Only the main brake line can be adjusted to a small extent On the main brake li...

Page 4: ...headwinds or sinking air masses you fly at maximum glide when you push the accelerator In turbulent air you should consider the more dynamic reactions on a collapse in accelerated flight and therefore...

Page 5: ...pulling symmetrically down The brake handles remain in the hand without additional wrapping As long as the risers are held down the wingtips remain folded and the sink value increases If wingtips do...

Page 6: ...ot is pushed to the outside of the rotation movement The pilot should allow this movement to avoid a stable spiral situation see below Now the sink values can be varied by inner and outer brake If the...

Page 7: ...t be fully explained in this manual Those who want to learn this maneuver should do so under the supervision of a pilot who masters this maneuver perfectly the best way during a safety training The av...

Page 8: ...e strongly recommend to at least mentally practice the use of the reserve from time to time Grab the handle of the reserve in flight like you would do it in case of an emergency Many clubs or schools...

Page 9: ...cessary UV radiation for example by leaving it on the landing site unpacked When folding you should not bend the polyamide rods at the leading edge more as necessary If you pack the glider when it is...

Page 10: ...aterial in rocky areas in salty air or especially after salt water contact In these cases it is even more than usual for the pilot to regularly check his glider for damage Each check must be confirmed...

Page 11: ...56 5 56 5 56 5 56 line length m 6 32 6 74 6 66 6 99 7 16 7 32 7 63 total line length m 210 1 221 221 4 232 5 237 9 243 2 253 8 maximum chord m 2 38 2 45 2 51 2 64 2 7 2 76 2 88 minimum chord m 0 54 0...

Page 12: ...12 Overview risers The assembly of the lines using soft links is demanding and should only be carried out by a specialist service workshop flight school...

Page 13: ...13 Overview wing...

Page 14: ...14 Lineplan...

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