U-Turn AFS, Owner'S Manual

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Especially during thermal flight, U2 demonstrates its strength.
In turbulent air, U2 should be flown with a little brake to increase the
angle of attack and provide greater stability. While flying in strong ther-
mal conditions, the pilot must maintain the glider´s position above his
head by letting the glider fly fast while entering the thermal, and by bra-
king the surge of the canopy when exiting the thermal. U2 possesses
high stability due to its construction and design. However, an active fly-
ing style in turbulence helps increase safety by preventing unnecessary
collapses and deformation of the glider.
Thermals And Turbulence
The U-Turn U2 is easy to land. While pointing into the wind, the pilot
should fly the wing fast until he is at 2 m above the ground, at which point
he should apply both brakes evenly and completely. When landing in
stronger wind, less brake is required. Landing from steep turns must be
avoided, due to the risk of strong pendulum.
Landing
Towing with U2 is allowed as long as the following rules are considered:
• Before towing contact AiREA with a description of your tow
system if there is any non-standard equipment or towing
procedure to be performed.
• Tow on flat ground
• Towing pressure must be lower than 150 kg
• People involved with towing must have the required authorization.
• Equipment used in towing should be certified, safe and in
good operating condition
Towing