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Section 3
Safety
instructions which are issued in respect of
SWING products.
Safety rules
The greatest risk in speed flying and speed
riding is their simplicity. This can cause
users to be tempted into forgetting or
ignoring risks. Exercise particular care,
especially is speed riding starts to feel too
“normal”.
Assess objective risks
WEATHER: never use the Spitfire 2 PLUS if
there is a föhn wind, storm or cold front.
Your speed rider may offer maximum safety
but the risks caused by extreme turbulence
are unpredictable.
AVALANCHE: In unstable areas, make sure
you have the appropriate skills/training and
equipment (avalanche transceiver, snow
shovel etc.)
Inspect your equipment
Inspect your equipment thoroughly before
each launch and do not launch if you
discover any damage. Adjust your
equipment according to the conditions. We
recommend that you have a reserve chute
for bugger slope distances
Assess your own well-being
Never go speed riding if you are not well,
whether you are physically unwell or have
other concerns. Take a rest day
– the
mountains will always be there
WHAT IF?
– Plan B
Do not make any impulsive decisions. Take
time to analyse the situation. Always make a
plan B (e.g. choice of route, emergency
landing areas etc.)
ALWAYS CARRY OUT A SAFETY
RUN
Reconnoitre a new route by making a run
with sufficient height. Be on the lookout for
potential obstacles. Ensure when flying near
ground level that no third parties will be
injured.
Foot launch = increased risk
Please bear in mind that the Spitfire 2 PLUS
was designed for use with skis
Do not be afraid to speak out
If you feel that others are overestimating
their abilities. Likewise:
Accept comments from others
Even if it can be hard to acknowledge
mistakes.
Analyse your mistakes
Analyse any close calls as if it had been an
actual accident and learn the necessary
lessons. Avoid doing the same thing,
because next time it could be too late.
NO FRONT RISER TURNS
NEVER pull down the front risers (A-risers).
The Spitfire 2 PLUS will immediately react
by collapsing!
NO RISK
– NO FUN, NO LIMITS – NO
LIFE
Respect your limits and do not go beyond
them just because you are with more
experienced pilots. Have the courage to say
“enough”!
