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USER MANUAL
GRAVITY X pressure
EN REV.V01 - 2020
cloth, seams and lines. Read about what to do if you unexpectedly fall into a stall, in the
section "Extreme flight manoeuvres".
8.2
Extreme flight manoeuvres
Even though the GRAVITY Xpressure has a very high aerodynamic stability it is possible that
the glider gets into an extreme flight situation due to pilot errors or turbulent air. The best
method to stay calm and react correctly is to take part in a flight safety course. The pilot will
learn to manage extreme flight situation under professional supervision. extreme flight
manoeuvres may only be executed in calm air and in sufficient height under professional
supervision (e.g. safety trainings). Once again, we mention that a rescue system is required
by the law.
The following extreme flight figures and flight manoeuvres can either be caused
intentionally, through turbulences or through pilot errors. every pilot can get into these
flight situations! all mentioned extreme flight figures and manoeuvres are dangerous if
performed without the appropriate knowledge, enough altitude or necessary introduction. a
wrong execution of these described figures and manoeuvres may have fatal consequences!
8.3
Spiral dive
As with turning and flying curves, initiating the spiral dive with the GRAVITY Xcend is very
easy. The steep spiral leads to very good sink values (with up to approx. 15-20 m / s). In
order to be able to use the spiral dive safely in extreme situations, it should be practiced in
calm and easy conditions. You move vertically downwards with/ with the air mass. Do not
underestimate the G-forces acting on the pilot with an effective spiral. The canopy nose tilts
sharply when the inclination increases while spiralling. The behaviour is very dynamic and
should be piloted with the release of the brake line on the inner side of the bend/ curve or
with the outer brake and only practiced with the appropriate professional support.
PAY ATTENTION_
If initiated too quickly there is a risk that the canopy will turn/ spin
negatively. In this case, release the brake again and start commence into the spiral
manoeuvre again.
8.4
Wingover
The pilot has to perform right and left turns with increasing bank until the desired angle is
reached. Collapsing wingtips are prevented by gently applying brake pressure in the up-
and/ or down-swing of the wingover. Normally there is no danger of collapsing wing tips
