X-ALPS3
CAUTION
UNAUTHORIZED CHANGES INVALIDATE THE TYPE APPROVAL AND ALL
LIABILITY CLAIMS AGAINST THE MANUFACTURER ARE INVALIDATED.
12 HOMOLOGATION
The X-ALPS3 is certified to LTF09 and EN926-1, EN926-2 in the category D.
Special folding lines were used when X-ALPS3 was going through certification. Without
these folding lines, asymmetric and symmetric collapses (tucks and frontals) may not
behave or recover as they did in certification tests.
The folding lines have a special setting according to the LTF/EN D requirements.
At the canopy, the folding lines are attached to special loops at the test model. At the
lower end, their three main lines are attached to a special riser. Please contact skywalk
if you have any questions regarding use of the folding lines and riser.
The X-ALPS3 is defined as a lightweight sport aircraft with an empty weight of less than
120kg in the paraglider category. The many homologation tests are the last hurdle in the
development of a skywalk paraglider. The homologation test flights only take place when
the test team is completely happy with the glider development.
We remark that the certification results will differ during flight in thermals or turbu-
lent air. The homologation informs solely regarding the paraglider performance during ex-
treme-flight-manoeuvres performed in stable air conditions. These extreme-flight-ma-
noeuvres during the homologation process should thus not be overvalued.
Remember that certification maneuvers were carried out with a harness in the group GH
with a carabiner distance (middle to middle) of 42-46 cm. If another harness is used, the
glider may display flight characteristics that differ from those in the description.
13 NATURE AND ENVIRONMENTALLY COMPATIBLE BEHAVIOR
We have taken the first step towards ecological awareness with our nature-friendly sport.
Especially with our mountain climbers who prefer to climb to the launch site.
Nevertheless, we plan on continuing in the same vein. This means specifically: clean up
your trash, stay on marked trails and don’t cause unnecessary noise.
Please help to maintain the balance of nature and to respect animals in their territory.
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CLOSING WORDS
The skywalk X-ALPS3 is at the pinnacle of paraglider development in the market for
high performance wings and shows what is possible regarding performance, safety and
innovation. It cost us a lot of time to develop this glider, but it was also a lot of fun.
In this development we recognize the challenge of making the right product for every
area and individual taste. We are pleased if you notice this during your first flight and if
you feel a certain unity with your glider from the very beginning.
The X-ALPS3 will provide you with plenty of joy over many years if you treat it and care
for it properly. Respect for the demands and dangers of our sport are essential for
successful and beautiful flights. Even the safest paraglider can be dangerous due to
misjudgments of meteorological conditions or pilot error.
Always remember that flying sports are potentially risky and that you are responsible for
your own safety. We advise you to fly carefully and to respect laws in the interest of our
sport, because every pilot always flies at his or her own risk!
WE WISH YOU A LOT OF FUN WITH YOUR NEW GLIDER
AND ALWAYS HAPPY LANDINGS!!
Your skywalk Team
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Homologation / Environmentally Compatible Behavior
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