Skywalk TONKA, Manual/Service

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DESCRIPtION
The TONKA is a small, light glider with very appealing glide performance, high agili-
ty and fun factor. The design and construction of the TEQUILA3, outstanding in good-
natured and straightforward handling, served as the basis for the construction of the
TONKA.
Thus, the TONKA is a fun and light but still robust wing, suitable for a wide range of
use. For soaring in strong winds, your next hike & fly tour or in the thermals, the TONKA
will be your trusty companion.
In order to realize the compromise between low weight and durability, the top sail of
the TONKA is composed of a new material of UTT in combination with a light cloth from
DOMINICO.
Of course the TONKA is also equipped with the groundbreaking JET FLAP technolo-
gy. JET FLAPs have consistently prevailed in the past few years and make it possible
to land at low speeds with high safety potential, along with providing top climb perfor-
mance.
PILOt SPECIFICAtIONS
Due to the high wing load, the TONKA 15 demands a pilot with regular flying experi-
ence, solid active flying experience with other paragliders and experience dealing with
canopy collapse. The TONKA is very predictable in its reactions, but to some extent re-
quires a dosed and quicker braking reaction than a normally-sized glider.
If the TONKA is flown with low wing load, with a maximal total launch weight of 75kg, it
is also recommended for experienced hobby pilots.