
Spin
A spin occurs when a riser is fully extended or when during a slow flight brakes on
one side are engaged too strongly. The result is that the turning axis moves to the
center point of the canopy, thus putting the glider in a negative turning radius.
Releasing the brakes on the inner side of the turing radius corrects the situation.
Always be prepared for reserve deployment if needed.
Brake Failure
If a brake handle is damaged or knotted, the HORNET can still be steered properly.
You need to pull on the D-riser on the failure side of the glider, and the situation is
regulated. Caution is advised because the brake pressure on the D-riser will differ from
that of the normal brake line.
Motorised Flight
The HORNET is well-suited for motorised flight. However the pilot must be advised
that only licenced pilots are permitted to take motorised flights. It is important to
adhere to all DULV and specific flight regulations.
Aerobatics
The HORNET is not designed for aerobatic manoeuvre, and they are not permitted.
We strongly discourage the use of this glider for such flying. Firebird undertakes no
liability for the safety of the pilots who participate in aerobatic flying.
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