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Flying with the AIX
It is important to perform a pre flight check before taking off. Please give the
following points your special attention.
Check your harness and make sure that all connections to pilot are correctly
closed. Check that all karabiners are closed and can not be opened accidentally in
flight and that the risers are not twisted.
Always be certain to have enough altitude to make a landing approach
corresponding to the weather conditions of the moment and terrain. During the
landing approach, never make hasty maneuvers.
Always land upwind in a standing posture and be ready to run upon touchdown if
necessary. During your final approach, use as much airspeed as possible based
on the weather conditions of the moment, then gradually reduce the glider air
speed by pushing the toggles all the way down until contact with the ground is
made. Beware not to brake too soon and too rapidly and too deep which could
lead to a stall and a dangerous landing.
During high wind speed landings, turnaround and face the wing as soon as ground
contact is made and move toward the wing while braking symmetrically to deflate
it. Do not land in a seated position as it is dangerous.
The
harness is very well suited for tandem flights. It can be used both for the pilot
and the passenger. Due to its special construction, it allows a maximum freedom
of leg movement, which makes the start easier for the pilot and the passenger.
The passenger should not have a rescue system in his harness to avoid
unwanted activation of the rescue system.
The harness is also very suitable for towing. For this you either need a towing
attachment or two screw-in trapeze shackles.
The towing attachment is available from specialized dealers and is mounted to the
main karabiner with the straps. The trapeze shackles are available from flight
schools and should be placed at the chest belt between the shoulder belt and
main suspension. The towing link is attached to this.
Care and repair Instructions
Care Instructions
To maintain your harness in good condition, please ensure that the harness does
not get dragged along the ground, the karabiner does not get hit against rocks and
avoid over exposure to sunlight, heat or humidity.
If you wish to clean your harness it is best to use warm water and a soft sponge.
Store your harness in a dry and dark place, ideally between 5° and 30° Celsius.
Do not store it near chemicals or petrol.
If you will not fly for longer period, take it out of its pack.
Avoid storing your harness for days at a time in a hot car.
If the harness has become wet, lay it out so that air can get to all areas of the
fabric, also your second chance.
