UP Trango X-light2, Руководство владельца и сервисная книжка

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turbulence. If a collapse occurs with the
speed system applied it should be
released immediately. Some warning of an
imminent collapse is afforded by the
tension felt in the speed system; should
the tension suddenly drop then the stirrup
should be released and the glider returned
to normal trim speed.
BEWARE! All extreme flight
situations, such as
collapses, happen more
dynamically at higher
speeds. Therefore the
speed system should not be
operated near the ground or in noticeable
turbulence.
Turning
The UP Trango X-light² is an agile glider
and reacts immediately to pilot input.
Brake input and amount of weight shift
induced will define the radius and bank
angle on the UP Trango X-light², and will
allow it to be controlled with ease. Using
weight shift in combination with brake
input will result in flat turns with minimum
loss of altitude and is in fact always the
most efficient control method. The radius
of the turn is then controlled with the brake
line whereas the bank is controlled
through weight shift.
If needed, the UP Trango X-light² will turn
very tight. To do this, apply some brake
input on both sides, then release the
outside brake whilst applying further brake
on the inside – this will reduce turning
radius to a minimum.
When brake input is increased beyond
approximately 50% on one side, the UP
Trango X-light² begins a fast and steep
turn, which can be made into a steep
spiral (refer to chapter heading "steep
spiral").
Landing
The UP Trango X-light² is easy to land.
While pointing into the wind, the pilot
should fly the wing fast until
approximately one meter above the
ground, and then apply both brakes
completely. When landing in stronger
wind, less brake is required. Landing
from steep turns should be avoided
due to the risk of an uncontrolled
pendulum reaction.
Winch towing
The UP Trango X-light² tows easily.
There are no special techniques that
need to be employed, but
consideration should be given to the
following points:
•
Especially when you are towing at
an unknown field, make sure that
you are fully aware of any local
conditions and peculiarities. Ask
the local pilots if you are at all
unsure.
•
During the launch, ensure that the
glider is completely inflated and
over your head before giving the
'start towing' signal. If the glider is
not central over your head do not
continue with the tow. Any
corrections attempted through the
brakes during this critical phase
may result in the canopy deflating
again, or in the tow progressing
with a non-flying wing; if tow
tension is applied when the glider
is not correctly positioned then a
'lock out' or a stall could occur.
•
Try to avoid large brake inputs
until you are reasonably high.
Emphasize weight shift if any