Sol Axion 22, Pilot'S Manual

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If a very large unrecoverable collapse and line over occurs, it may be possible,
to clear the problem by entry and safe recovery from a full stall. This should
only be carried out if sufficient altitude is available. If insufficient height is
available (300m/1000ft), or if in any doubt, the pilot should strongly consider
reserve deployment.
Deep stall :
The SOL AXION generally does not remain in deep stall, and is self recovering,
when releasing any brake or rear riser input used to enter it . In case the
recovery from a B-stall was not dynamic enough and the canopy remains in a
deep stall, it is sufficient to gently pull down both A- risers to reduce the angle
of attack and re-attach airflow to the canopy.
Emergency steering :
In case it is impossible to control the SOL AXION with the control lines the
outer C-lines, C-risers or the stabiliser lines may be used to steer and land the
canopy.
RAPID DESCENTS
Spiral dive :
Spiral dives as explained previously have a rapid descent rate, however, the
very high G-forces make it difficult to sustain a spiral dive for long and it can
place high loads on the pilot and glider. Never do these in turbulence or at too
high bank angles.
If done in strong winds the pilot may drift off course.
NEVER DO BIG EARS IN A SPIRAL !
DHV-tests have proven that loads can be developed higher than those used in
certification tests, which could result in structural failure of the glider, as less
lines are taking these high loads.
Big ears :
The outer cells of the wing tips may be deflated by pulling down one to two of
the outer A-lines simultaneously by approximately 50 cm.