Nova XYON, Руководство оператора

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The pilot looks up and checks that the canopy is fully inflated.
The final decision to launch is taken only then !
The NOVA XYON is easy to reverse launch.
When deflating the canopy in strong winds, if aborting a launch, use
both the C1 and C2 risers, not the brakes. Using the brakes in strong
wind will cause more lift and drag the pilot back further.
As this launch technique can be difficult and can result in the pilot taking
off with twisted risers, it is recommended to practice the reverse launch
on a training hill first.
Turns :
The NOVA XYON is very responsive, it has exceptionally easy handling
and reacts instantly. Weight shift input results in wide and flat turns
with minimal height loss.
A combined technique: weight shift and pulling on the appropriate
control line is the most efficient turning method for any situation,
whereby the radius of the turn is determined by the amount of brake
pulled. Applying a little outside brake in turns, as well as maxim weight
shift, increases efficiency and also the outside wing’s resistance to
collapsing in turbulence (edge of thermals).
In case it is necessary to turn the NOVA XYON in a confined area at
slow speed, it is recommended to steer the decelerated canopy by
loosening the brake at the outside of the turn while applying a little more
brake on the inside of the turn.
For the NOVA XYON minimum sink and best glide is attained with no
brake pressure applied. In large areas of smooth lift, as little brake as
possible should be used for minimising sink rate. Note: apply brakes as
normal if turbulence is encountered.
Pulling one brake too hard or too fast can result in the canopy entering a
negative spin.
Spiral dive :
To enter a spiral dive with a NOVA XYON the pilot must slowly apply
more and more brake on one side, to initiate an increasingly steeper
turn which eventually results in a spiral dive.