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as using the brake lines, and hence the wing will land with a higher
ground speed.
4.5 LINE KNOT(S) IN FLIG
The best way to avoid knots and tangles is to thoroughly inspect the lines as
part of a systematic pre-flight check. If a knot is spotted during the take off
phase, immediately abort the launch sequence and stop.
If inadvertently taking off with a knotted line, the glider drift will need to be
compensated by weight-shifting to the opposite side and applying a slight
brake pull to that side. Gently pull the brake line to see if the knot can be
undone or try to locate the problem line. Try pulling it to see if the knot can
be undone. Beware of trying to clear a knotted line or untangle a line in flight
when close to the terrain. If the knot is too tight and cannot be undone,
carefully and safely fly to the nearest landing zone. Be careful: do not pull too
hard on the brake handles because there will be an increased risk of stalling
the wing or entering a negative spin. Before attempting to clear a knot, make
sure there are no other pilots flying in the vicinity.
5. LOSING ALTITUDE
Knowledge of different descent techniques could become vital in
certain situations. The most suitable descent method will depend on the
particular situation.
To become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, we
recommend practising within the environment of a licensed training outfit.
5.1 EAR LOCK SYSTEM
Big ears is a moderate descent technique, with a normal descent rate of
-3 a -4 m/s.
The angle of attack and effective wing-loading will also increase due to
the smaller surface area of the wing. When ears are applied the ground
speed will be reduced by 3 to 5 km/h and in order to maintain this
descent technique, the pilot must physically hold in the ears.
On a solo glider, it is only possible to steer using weight-shift once ears
have been pulled. On a tandem wing, although it is possible to steer with
the help of the passenger, in most cases, when required,
this is insufficient. For this reason NIVIUK have improved the EAR LOCK
SYSTEM, which we already used in the first TAKOO.
The TAKOO 5 comes with the EAR LOCK SYSTEM (ELS) as standard.
In a simple and effective way, this improved system for pulling big ears
assists the tandem pilot when performing this descent technique. This
innovation makes pulling or releasing ears simple, fast and easy.
ELS enables the pilot to pull and release the ears as desired.
ELS gives full steering control to the pilot with the ears applied.
ELS lets the pilot use the ears as long as necessary with no physical
effort at all.
ELSallows the pilot to use the trimmers without concern or restriction.
ELS locks in the ears and prevents accidental opening.
ELS does not impede the conventional application of ears.