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Tandem glider user’s manual SORA
Flight incidents
Parachutal stall
Spin / asymetric stall
Towing
Even though this configuration only occurs very rarely, you might at some point be in a situation where the glider descends vertically with no forward
speed, which is a parachutal stall. If this happens, release the brakes fully and release the trims symmetrically, if necessary you might also need to
push the A risers forward. Make sure that you have regained normal flight before using the brakes.
Stall
This technique is not recommended as it requires very high forces. It is not a safe technique for fast descents.
A spin will only occur because of a piloting error. If so, release the brake fully on the stalled side and make sure you keep the glider in check during
the ensuing dive.
The SORA tandem may be used for towing. Make sure you only use certified towing equipment and with a qualified tow operator. You must also go
through appropriate training. The traction force must be appropriate to the in-flight weight and the towing action must only start once the glider is fully
inflated and stable above the pilot.
Asymmetric collapses
Any paraglider might occasionally collapse due to turbulence or a piloting error. In the event of an asymmetric collapse, you priority must be to stay
clear of terrain and regain level flight. To achieve this, apply weight shift on the open side and, if necessary, help the action by applying an appro-
priate amount of brake on the same side.
If the collapsed side does not automatically open, apply deep brake on the collapsed side and release immediately. Repeat this action as many
times as necessary until the wingtip reopens. In the event of a “cravat” (where the wingtip gets caught up in the lines), you may use the big-ears tech-
nique described above by pulling on the tangled line in order to release the wingtip.
Front collapses
During a front collapse, according to the certification standard the glider is designed to reopen on its own. Make sure you do not apply brake, in order
to facilitate the return to normal flight.
