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APAX   evo   user   manual   

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Dangerous   situations   and   extreme   flying  

WARNING:   Extreme   flight   maneuvers   with   a   full   throttle   engine   are   life-threatening   and  
cannot   be   tested!   The   following   chapter   describes   how   to   avoid   and   correct   extreme  
situations.   The   descriptions   of   the   test   maneuvers   refer   to   the   starting   weight   without  
engine.  
 

Dangerous   situations  

Pilot   error,   extreme   wind   conditions   or   turbulence   which   goes   unnoticed   by   the   pilot   for   too  
long   may   leave   the   wing   in   an   unusual   flying   position,   requiring   special   reaction   and   skills   on  
the   part   of   the   pilot.   The   best   way   to   learn   how   to   react   calmly   and   correctly   in   a   serious  
situation   is   to   attend   safety   training,   where   you   will   learn   how   to   manage   extreme   situations  
under   the   guidance   of   a   professional.  
    Ground-training   is   another   safe   and   effective   method   of   familiarising   yourself   with   your  
glider’s   reactions.   Launch   can   be   practised,   as   can   small   flying   manoeuvres,   such   as   stall,  
asymmetric   collapse,   front   stall   etc.  
    Any   pilot   who   flies   in   turbulent   conditions   or   who   makes   an   error   in   handling   the   glider   is   at  
risk   of   getting   into   an   extreme   situation.   All   of   the   extreme   flight   figures   and   flight   attitudes  
described   here   are   dangerous   if   they   are   carried   out   with   inadequate   knowledge,   without   the  
right   safety   altitude   or   without   training.  
    Always   keep   within   the   recommended   limits.   Avoid   aerobatics   and   extreme   loading   such   as  
spirals   and   big   ears.   This   will   prevent   accidents   and   avoid   overloading   the   glider.  
    In   turbulent   conditions,   always   keep   enough   distance   from   rock   faces   and   other   obstacles.  
Time   and   sufficient   altitude   are   needed   to   recover   from   extreme   situations.  
 

WARNING:   Deploy   your   reserve   if   the   corrective   manoeuvres   described   in   the   following  
sections   do   not   return   the   glider   to   a   controllable   flying   position   or   if   there   is   not   enough  
altitude   for   correction.  

 

SIV   /   Safety   training  

Due   to   the   advanced   design   features   of   the   paraglider,   collapses   incorrectly   induced   by   the  
pilot   may   have   more   significant   consequences   than   collapses   collapses   which   may   occur   in  
the   course   of   normal   flight   (due   to   to   turbulence   etc.).  
    Taking   part   in   safety   training   is   in   principle   advisable   in   order   to   familiarise   yourself   with  
your   glider   and   the   correct   reactions   in   extreme   situations.   However,   safety   training   also  
subjects   your   equipment   to   extreme   loads.  
 

Material   stress  

During   a   safety   training   course,   avoid   subjecting   the   materials   of   your   paraglider   to   excessive  
stress.   Uncontrolled   flight   positions   may   occur   which   are   outside   the   manufacturer   limits   of  
the   paraglider.   This   may   cause   premature   ageing,   or   even   structural   failure.  

 

 

 

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Содержание APAX evo

Страница 1: ...User manual Version 1 0 Date August 2020...

Страница 2: ...one else Many countries have speci c regulations or laws regarding powered paragliding activity It s your responsibility to know and observe the regulations of the region where you y Fresh Breeze rese...

Страница 3: ...Your Fresh Breeze paraglider has been designed to meet all safety and regulatory requirements These requirements also include the need to familiarise yourself with this user manual and the information...

Страница 4: ...and guidelines 10 DGAC certi cation 11 EN LTF certi cation 11 Description of ight characteristics 11 Target group and recommended ying experience 11 Description of pilot skills required 11 Suitabilit...

Страница 5: ...4 Attaching the towline release system 25 Tandem paragliding 26 Aerobatics 26 Dangerous situations and extreme ying 27 Dangerous situations 27 SIV Safety training 27 Material stress 27 Canopy Collapse...

Страница 6: ...s to the glider 39 Fresh Breeze quality and service 39 Dimensions illustrations technical and EN LTF data 40 Introducing the APAX evo 40 Delivery 40 Manufacturing 40 Overall illustration 41 Technical...

Страница 7: ...sing the paraglider 2 Inspection Information General instructions and guidance on carrying out the regular inspection of paragliders 3 Glider details Pilot details proof of ownership and inspections a...

Страница 8: ...d the areas in which we y Keep to marked trails take your rubbish away with you refrain from making unnecessary noise and respect the sensitive biological equilibrium of nature Consideration for natur...

Страница 9: ...if the paraglider is sold It is part of the certi cation and belongs with the paraglider Observe the other speci c safety advice in the various sections of this manual Safety notices Safety notices a...

Страница 10: ...ining Operating limitations The paraglider must be operated only within the operating limits These are exceeded if one or more of the following points are complied the take off weight is not within th...

Страница 11: ...X evo received ULM Class 1 registration DGAC EN LTF certi cation The APAX evo received EN A classi cation in the nal classi cation by the licensing body Description of ight characteristics Paragliders...

Страница 12: ...s the more sensitive the glider is to weightshift The adjustment of the harness chest strap controls the distance between carabiners and affects the handling and stability of the glider Excessive tigh...

Страница 13: ...i cation section The weight refers to take off weight pilot incl clothing engine glider harness and equipment The reactions are quite different at the upper or lower weight range If you y at a high wi...

Страница 14: ...t Is the glider fabric free from tears or other damage Are the lines free from knots tangles or other damage Brake lines freely and rmly connected to the handle Correct adjustment of the brake lines l...

Страница 15: ...are all straps done up 2 Is the canopy arranged in a half moon shape and are all the air intakes open 3 Are all the lines untangled and are any lines under the canopy 4 Are the trimmer positions corre...

Страница 16: ...stay under the glider and follow the take off direction If both risers have a steady tension and the glider is above the pilot the control view is carried out Check that the canopy is completely in at...

Страница 17: ...oximately 6 m s otherwise the glider may rise above the pilot unintentionally Note During reverse launch and ground handling care should be taken that the brake lines do not rub over the riser This ma...

Страница 18: ...handle this is to release the throttle and release the brakes In ight characteristics Cruising ight Once you have reached a satisfactory altitude after take off you can turn in your chosen direction o...

Страница 19: ...le and there is a danger of a front stall or other extreme ight maneuvers In addition never apply brakes when using the speed bar Turning The APAX evo performs best in turns when it is own with su cie...

Страница 20: ...cumulus cloud an approaching cold front or a storm front Rapid descent methods should all be practised in calm conditions and at su cient altitude so that a pilot is then able to employ them effectiv...

Страница 21: ...ve if you lose control of the glider and the sink rate and nd yourself in a stable spiral The high g forces in the spiral may rapidly lead to a loss of consciousness which prevent later deployment of...

Страница 22: ...e g by wrapping the brake line Do not use the brakes unless you intend to exit big ears Once in big ears you can increase your sink rate and forward speed by applying the speed bar Always apply the sp...

Страница 23: ...p wind gradient may cause any glider to suddenly lose altitude or even stall Never let the leading edge crash to the ground you risk damaging the seams and or internal structure Ground handling especi...

Страница 24: ...akage Check whether you are carrying enough fuel for the planned ight Inspect equipment and harness for loose parts that might fall into the propeller Before each ight carefully follow the individual...

Страница 25: ...sion of more than 90 daN The paraglider must not under any circumstances be towed by motor vehicle or motor boat etc if you do not have the appropriate towing equipment and a suitable winch operator W...

Страница 26: ...NG When using rigid tow releases the release shackle distance should be extended su ciently cord or webbing strap and the release must be secured with a retaining cord so that it does not y back in th...

Страница 27: ...xtreme ight gures and ight attitudes described here are dangerous if they are carried out with inadequate knowledge without the right safety altitude or without training Always keep within the recomme...

Страница 28: ...in ate spontaneously apply brake on the closed side in a smooth progressive pumping action Be sure not to apply too much brake too slowly as this may risk a stall Remember that a partly collapsed win...

Страница 29: ...ion of the brakes Take care not to apply too much brake for too long as this may stall the wing In the case of extreme front stalls across the entire wing chord the wing tips may move forward making t...

Страница 30: ...ng mushy and the air ow around your ears decreasing The glider may also compress spanwise Flying in strong turbulence or exiting a de ation with too much brake applied can cause this situation A wet g...

Страница 31: ...of the pilot If the spin does not stop check whether you have released the brakes fully including any wraps Other tips for dangerous situations Cascade Many reserve deployments are a result of a casc...

Страница 32: ...e heavy or made of unsuitable material may result in revocation of the certi cation Overloading The glider structure is put under high levels of strain in particular on extreme ight manoeuvres rapid d...

Страница 33: ...sshapen they distort more easily during ight creating an altered air in ow which can lead to a loss in performance and changes in ight behaviour The leading edge reinforcements also perform an importa...

Страница 34: ...equipment To maximize carrying comfort the following method is recommended First place the glider inside the harness and then put the top of harness in the bottom of the rucksack with the glider side...

Страница 35: ...This stresses the seams and can even cause the cell to explode Don t repeatedly in ate the glider and allow it to crash back down Step towards the wing as it comes down to take the force out of this a...

Страница 36: ...cause as with the fabric UV light in particular will weaken the lines Dyneema lines which are used in the area of the top brake lines for example are very temperature sensitive and can be permanently...

Страница 37: ...h Breeze dealer with any queries or ordering replacement parts or accessories to ensure accurate identi cation Regular inspections The following parts and materials must be inspected regularly for dam...

Страница 38: ...he glider If you ground handle frequently or y in harsh conditions we recommend an annual check It is your responsibility as a pilot to ensure that your wing is airworthy at all times For gliders used...

Страница 39: ...tributor or manufacturer Small repairs to the glider Very small holes in the sail can be repaired with the sticky back tape provided with your glider Damaged lines should be replaced by your Fresh Bre...

Страница 40: ...getting airborne is smooth and effortless We also aimed to make the APAX evo a versatile wing that pilots could really have fun with You can con dently y the APAX evo in midday thermals both with and...

Страница 41: ...verall Illustration Technical data Size 24 26 28 Area at m2 24 2 26 4 28 6 Area projected m2 21 0 22 9 24 8 Span at m 10 78 11 25 11 72 Span projected m 8 69 9 07 9 45 Aspect ratio at 4 8 4 8 4 8 Aspe...

Страница 42: ...zed operation In free ight the trimmers must not be used such a use would be outside the limits of EN certi cation With both systems the pilot can adjust the speed behaviour of the APAX evo in the res...

Страница 43: ...t It is possible to loop the metal loop attached to the end of the trimmer tab through the Carabiner before takeoff This locks the trimmer in the neutral position and makes it impossible for the trimm...

Страница 44: ...creased speed than in unaccelerated ight It is generally strongly recommended that you do not use the speed system in turbulent areas and when ying close to the ground because of the increased risk of...

Страница 45: ...hold the handles on the knot However care should be taken to release the wraps in any extreme situation If you do need to make adjustments to suit your harness body and ying style we strongly recommen...

Страница 46: ...r ight behaviour Variable brake pulleys Upper brake pulley The position of the upper brake pulley can be adjusted to suit the needs of the pilot by sliding the pulley webbing freely on the riser If th...

Страница 47: ...APAX evo user manual ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line layout Page 47...

Страница 48: ...edge Lower surface trailing edge Ribs Dominico 30DMF 41 g m2 water repellent Dominico 20DMF 34 g m2 water repellent Dominico 30DMF 41 g m2 water repellent Porcher Skytex 40 g m2 water repellent Myungj...

Страница 49: ...___ Appendix Glider details Size Colour Serial number Check ight date ______________________________________________________________________ Name and signature ________________________________________...

Страница 50: ...___________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________...

Страница 51: ...Postfach 88 83701 Gmund am Tegernsee Germany Fon 49 0 8022 9675 0 Fax 49 0 8022 9675 99 Email dhv dhv de www dhv de Air Turquoise SA Route du Pr au Comte 8 1844 Villeneuve Switzerland Fon 41 219 65 6...

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