Safety
Section 2
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the glider is used for aerobatics/extreme
flying or flight manoeuvres at an angle
greater than 90°
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the pilot has insufficient experience or
training
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the pilot has incorrect or inadequate
equipment (reserve, protection, helmet
etc)
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the glider is used for winch-launching
with a winch which has not been
inspected or by non-licensed pilots
and/or winch operators
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there have been modifications to the
canopy, lines or risers which have not
been approved
Glider categories and
guidelines
The certification agencies in Germany have
developed guidelines which are based on
many years of analysing paragliding
accidents and on the experience of test
pilots, flying schools, flying instructors and
safety officers. These guidelines should help
pilots to select the appropriate glider
classification for their particular level of
flying ability. The information below relates
to the classification in EN/LTF-certification.
There is also further information on the
website of the relevant licensing body.
EN/LTF certification
The Hybrid Sport does not have EN/LTF
certification.
The Hybrid Sport has only a structural
strength test certificate in terms of EN 926-1
(8g, incl. shock test
).
Description of flight characteristics
The Hybrid Sport is neither a speedglider
nor a paraglider. It is both of these in one!
If you fly with trimmers closed, it has very
good glide and it is similar to a paraglider in
many respects.
If you open the trimmers or accelerate the
Hybrid Sport, then there is a noticeable
decrease in glide, its speed increases
considerably and it sinks more when
turning. It now has features which are
similar to a speedglider, although more
understated!
You, the pilot, decide how you would like to
fly.
Target group
The Hybrid Sport is suitable for all pilots
who like to fly dynamically. It is for pilots
who enjoy playing with speed, centrifugal
force and precision in flying.
The many different uses mean that the
Hybrid Sport appeals to a very large and
diverse target group. The Hybrid Sport can
be used for:
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Thermalling
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Dynamic soaring
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Speedriding with skis
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Speedflying on foot
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Hike & Fly
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Easy ground-handling
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Easy freestyle
