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3. Preparation
1. Select a suitable take-off area determined by wind and terrain, clear of any obstacles that may catch in the
lines or damage the canopy.
2. Open out your paraglider so that the bottom surface is facing upwards, with the openings at the downwind
end of the take-off area and the harness at the trailing edge at the upwind side.
3. Unfold the canopy to each side so that the leading edge openings form a semicircular shape, with the trailing
edge drawn together as the centre of the arc. The harness should be drawn away from the canopy until the
suspension lines are just tight.
4. Prepare and check your paramotor, according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Connect the wing to the chassis, ensuring the risers are connected the right way round and that the maillons
or karabiners are correctly closed.
Take care to protect yourself and other people from the propeller, ensuring you start your motor up at a
safe distance from other people. The blades can pick up and fire out debris which could injure people several
metres away. Remember there are inherent risks with petrol, oil and volatile or flammable materials.
Pre-flight inspection
Your paraglider is designed to be as simple as possible to inspect and maintain but a thorough pre-flight procedure is
mandatory on all aircraft. The following pre-flight inspection procedure should be carried out before each flight.
1. Whilst opening out the paraglider check the outside of the canopy for any tears where your paraglider may
3. Preparation