BGD Base LITE, Руководство пользователя

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5 Recovery Techniques
Asymmetric Front Collapse
The BASE LITE is very resistant to deflations; however if the canopy collapses on one side due to turbulence, the
pilot should first of all control the direction of flight by countering on the opposite brake. Most normal collapses will
immediately reinflate on their own and you will hardly have time to react before the wing reinflates automatically.
The act of controlling the direction will tend to reinflate the wing. However, with more persistent collapses it may
be necessary to pump the brake on the collapsed wing using a long, strong, smooth and firm action. Normally one
or two pumps of around 80 cm will be sufficient. Each pump should be applied in about one second and smoothly
released. In severe cases it can be more effective to pump both brakes together to get the canopy to reinflate. Be
careful not to stall the wing completely if this technique is used.
Releasing a trapped tip (cravat)
On the BASE LITE it should be very difficult to trap the tip so that it will not come out quickly. However, following a
very severe deflation any canopy could become tied up in its own lines. If this occurs then first of all use the standard
method of recovery from a tip deflation as described in Asymmetric Front Collapse above. If the canopy will still not
recover then pull the rear risers to help the canopy to reinflate. Pulling the stabilo line is also a good way to remove
cravats, but remember to control your flight direction as your number-one priority. If you are very low then it is much
more important to steer the canopy into a safe landing place or even throw your reserve.
NOTE: Test pilots have tested the BASE LITE well beyond the normal flight envelope, but such tests are carried out
in a very precise manner by trained test pilots with a back-up parachute, and over water. Stalls and spins on any
paragliders are dangerous manoeuvres and are not recommended.