5.2
Sail Removal
The sail should be removed for close inspection of the airframe if the frame is suspected
of having bent tubes following a heavy landing, blow over or crash.
It is mandatory that the sail should be removed from the frame every 300 hours to check
for any signs of fatigue or damage from general wear and tear. The removal of the sail
may only be performed by an approved Air Creation technical station.
The main points to check are:
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Cross bar hinge joint
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Cross bar/leading edge joint
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Leading edge nose joint
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Nose plates
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Straightness and condition of the tubes
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Elongation of bolt holes
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Damaged wires
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Replacement of all bolts, nuts and push-pins
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Damage to sail
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Factory test on one of the sailcloth samples
Special Requirements and Tips
When installing or removing the sail you will need a large unobstructed area of
approximately 12 meters by 3 meters. Make sure the surface is clean and not abrasive.
Rough concrete will damage the sail, a grass area will not damage the wing, but will
provide many hiding places for bolts, nuts and washers – short carpet is ideal.
It is a good practice to note the order of washers and other fittings prior to disassembly
and to have a small container to put the hardware in. The Illustrated Parts Catalogue
should be referenced for correct assembly.
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