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when compared to a normal flight configuration.
5.4 SPIRAL DIVE
This is a more effective way to rapidly lose altitude. Beware that the
wing will experience and be subjected to a tremendous amount of
descending and rotating speed (g-force), which can cause a loss
of orientation and consciousness (blackout). This manoeuvre must
therefore be done gradually to increase one’s capacity to resist the
g-force exerted on the body. With practise, a pilot will fully appreciate
and understand it. Only practise this manoeuvre at high altitude and with
enough ground clearance.
To start the manoeuvre, first weight shift and pull the brake toggle
located on the inner side of the turn. The intensity of the turn can be
controlled by braking slightly on the outer brake toggle. A paraglider
flying at its maximum rotating speed can reach –20 m/s, or the
equivalency of a 70 km/h vertical descent, and will stabilise in a spiral
dive from 15 m/s onwards. Good enough reasons to familiarise yourself
with the manoeuvre and understand how to exit it.
To exit this manoeuvre, the inner brake toggle (down side of the turn)
must progressively be relaxed while momentarily applying tension to the
outer brake toggle opposite to the turn. The pilot must also weight shift
and lean towards the opposite side of the turn at the same time.
When exiting the spiral, the glider will briefly experience an asymmetrical
acceleration and dive, depending on how the manoeuvre was carried out.
Practise these movements at sufficient altitude and with moderation.
5.5 SLOW DESCENT TECHNIQUE
This technique allows descent without straining the wing or pilot. Glide
normally while searching for descending (catabatic) air and begin to turn
as if climbing in a thermal. Beware of potentially dangerous areas and
locate a suitable LZ (landing zone) while descending. Safety comes first!
6. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
6.1 TOWING
The IKUMA P is suitable for towing. Only a qualified tow operator
should be in charge of operating a certified paragliding winch. On
the tow, the wing should be inflated the same way used during a hill/
mountain flight takeoff.
6.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT
Although the IKUMA P was tested by expert acrobatic pilots in extreme
situations, it WAS NOT designed for acrobatic flight manoeuvres. DO
NOT USE THIS GLIDER for aerobatic manoeuvres. We define aerobatic
flight as any form of piloting where the paraglider is placed in attitudes
that are not used in normal flight. To safely learn how to master aerobatic
manoeuvres, instruction must be undertaken at a certified school, under
the guidance of a qualified instructor and in a safe environment.
A complete wing and line inspection should be performed every six
months, including repairs if necessary, to guarantee the integrity of the
equipment. Extreme manoeuvres means you and your wing can be
exposed to centrifugal forces that can reach 4 to 5 G.
7. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
7.1 MAINTENANCE
Careful maintenance of your equipment will ensure continued top
performance.