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Original Issue Date 28.05.2007 Revision Date: 28.05.2007
POWRACHUTE
Pilot Operating Handbook
Model: PEGASUS 582
5. Normal Procedures
Training Supplement.
There are some peculiar characteristics of powered parachutes that
need to be emphasized when training flying students. All students should
be trained using the FAA prescribed standards for examination and
practical tests as a guide as to what knowledge and skills the student will
need. The manufacturer's Pilot Operating Handbook should also be used
as a guide for training. For beginning students unfamiliar with any form of
flight, this should be a straight forward process. Particular care on the
part of the instructor however needs to be paid to powered parachute
students who may have experience with other forms of flight. The powered
parachute has some characteristics that are quite different from other
aircraft. Pilots of other aircraft develop habits that could be a hindrance to
safe flight in a powered parachute without proper training.
5.1 Launching of the wing:
The powered parachute wing is not ready for flight until it has been "kited
up" and has assumed the proper shape and overhead position for flight.
Sufficient time must be spent on this phase of training to see that the
student is proficient in handling this part of powered parachute
operations. Wing layout, inspection while laid out, kite up sequence, final
visual inspection prior to takeoff and actual takeoff need to be covered as
a part of every students training. Special throttle control required in this
operation needs to be emphasized. In particular, pilots of other forms of
aircraft may need to have this part of the operation made clear as it
differs markedly from what they may be used to.
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