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Original Issue Date 28.05.2007 Revision Date: 28.05.2007
POWRACHUTE
Pilot Operating Handbook
Model: PEGASUS 582
5.2 Collapsing of the wing on landing:
Because of the non rigid form of the powered parachute wing, it needs
special handling upon landing to prevent damage. Landing techniques to
control collapse of the wing and make it fall behind the aircraft on landing
are essential to prevent the wing falling on hot engine parts, getting fouled
in the propeller or run over by the landing gear. This procedure is
essential to training for all students. Again special care must be exercised
with students who have experience in other forms of aircraft in order to
point out the need for special procedures unfamiliar to them.
5.3 Packing and unpacking the wing:
Because of the non rigid nature of the powered parachute wing and it's
susceptibility to ultraviolet ray damage from prolonged sunlight exposure,
it needs to be stowed in a bag or other container when not in use. This
requires that it be packed and unpacked with each use. Instruction in the
proper methods for performing packing and unpacking that will minimize
wear and damage to the wing and it's related accessories is essential.
5.4 Potential for rollover:
Because a powered parachute wing is situated many feet above the
center of gravity of the aircraft, the aircraft has a potential to be dragged
over or pulled over by combined forces of wind and propeller thrust under
certain conditions. Commonly referred to as a "rollover". Instruction in
proper techniques to minimize this risk is essential. Instruction as to what
operational signals indicate an impending rollover or pullover and
appropriate pilot actions is also essential. Again, pilots with experience in
other forms of aircraft need special emphasis on these issues to point out
how they differ from what they understand and the habits they have
developed.
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