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method. The radius of the turn is then
controlled with the brake line whereas the
bank is controlled through weight shift.
If needed the UP Trango XC³ will turn very
tight. To do this, apply some brake input
on both sides, then release the outside
brake whilst applying further brake on the
inside
– this will reduce turning radius to a
minimum.
When brake input is increased beyond
approximately 50% on one side, the UP
Trango XC³ begins a fast and steep turn,
which can be made into a steep spiral
(refer to chapter heading "steep spiral").
Landing
The UP Trango XC³ is easy to land. While
pointing into the wind, the pilot should fly
the wing fast until approximately one
meter above the ground, and then apply
both brakes completely. When landing in
stronger wind, less brake is required.
Landing from steep turns should be
avoided due to the risk of an uncontrolled
pendulum reaction.
Winch towing
The UP Trango XC³ tows easily. There are
no special techniques that need to be
employed, but consideration should be
given to the following points:
Especially when you are towing at an
unknown field, make sure that you are
fully aware of any local conditions and
peculiarities. Ask the local pilots if you
are at all unsure.
During the launch, ensure that the
glider is completely inflated and over
your head before giving the 'start
towing' signal. If the glider is not
central over your head do not
continue with the tow. Any corrections
attempted through the brakes during
this critical phase may result in the
canopy deflating again, or in the
tow progressing with a non-flying
wing; if tow tension is applied
when the glider is not correctly
positioned then a 'lock out' or a
stall could occur.
Try to avoid large brake inputs
until you are reasonably high.
Emphasize weight shift if course
correction is necessary close to
the ground.
Do not try to climb steeply during
the first part of the tow. Good
airspeed is essential.
Do not use a towline tension
greater than 90 daN at any time
during the tow.
All persons involved with the
towing
operation
should
be
suitably
qualified
and
experienced. All equipment used
should, where necessary, be
certified, and a tow permit should
be valid for the field being used.
Attaching
the
towline
release system
The optimal attachment point for the
towing line release is always in the
system’s centre of gravity. On a
paraglider that means the connection
point between the risers and the
harness, preferably right onto the
lower
end
of
the
risers.
UP
International has developed special
tow-release connectors for the UP
Trango XC³ to ensure the optimal
connection between the pilot and the
towing line. For safety reasons we
suggest that you always use these
connectors when towing the UPTrango
XC³.
When using towing line release
systems incorporating distance-tubes
