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Section 4
Setting up the APUS RS and test-flying
Recommended weight range
The APUS RS has a broad certified weight
range.
The Versatility Table below is intended to
give pilots guidelines with respect to the
intended use, flight characteristics and
demands on the pilot according to the wing-
loading. Use the Versatility Chart to choose
the correct size for you according to your
take-off weight, level of ability and intended
use, and note the relevant instructions!
Please check the current legal requirements
applying in your country before using the
APUS RS outside of the tested weight range
(EN).
Recreational
The flight behaviour and demands on the
pilot correspond largely to those of a basic
intermediate glider. It has very good
properties in thermal flying.
Hike and Fly
Its flight behaviour is determined by the
increased wing-loading.
Trim speed is higher, control travel reduced.
It still has good thermal properties.
The demands on the pilot correspond to
those of a performance intermediate.
Mini Wing
Its flight behaviour is very direct and
dynamic. The speed range is noticeably
extended. The control travel is significantly
reduced.
Its thermal properties are acceptable.
The demands on the pilot correspond to
those of a high-performance glider.
In the mini wing weight range, do not carry
out B-stalls, deep stalls and full stalls.
Fig. 9
Versatility table APUS RS
