Niviuk Hook 5 User Manual

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104. IN FLIGHTWe recommend that you read the certification test report.The report contains all the necessary information on the HOOK 5 reactsduring each of the tested manoeuvres.It is important to point out that the appropriate response to each adversemanoeuvre can vary from size to size; even within the same size atmaximum or minimum load the behaviour and reactions of the wing mayvary.Having the knowledge that the testing house provides through the testreport is fundamental to learning how to deal with possible situations.To become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, werecommend practising within the auspices of a licensed training outfit.4.1 FLYING IN TURBULENCEThe HOOK 5 has an excellent profile to deal with incidents; it is verystable in all conditions and has a high degree of passive safety, even inturbulent conditions.All paragliders must be piloted for the prevailing conditions and the pilotis the ultimate safety factor.We recommend active flying in turbulent conditions, always takingmeasures to maintain control of the wing, preventing it from collapsingand restoring the speed required by the wing after each correction.Do not correct the glider (braking) for too long in case this provokes astall. If you have to take corrective action, make the input then re-establish the correct flying speed.4.2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONSTo become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, we recommendpractising within the environment of a licensed training outfit. You mustadapt your use of the brakes depending on the wing-loading and avoidover-steering.It is important to note that the type of reaction to a manoeuvre can varyfrom one size of wing to another, and even within the same size thebehaviour and reactions may be different depending on the wing-loading.In the test report, you will find all the necessary information on how tohandle your new wing during each of the tested manoeuvres. Having thisinformation is crucial to know how to react during these manoeuvres inreal flight, so you can deal with these situations as safely as possible.Asymmetric collapseIn spite of the HOOK 5’s profile stability, strong turbulent air may causethe wing to collapse asymmetrically in very strong turbulence, especiallyif you do not fly actively and prevent the collapse. In this case the gliderconveys a loss of pressure through the brake lines and the harness.To prevent the collapse from happening, pull the brake handle on theaffected side of the wing. It will increase the incidence of the wing (angleof attack). If the collapse does happen, the HOOK 5 will not react violently,the turning tendency is gradual and easily controlled. Weight-shift towardthe open, flying side (the opposite side of the collapse) to keep the wingflying straight, while applying light brake pressure to that side if necessary.Normally, the collapsed side of the wing should then recover and reopenby itself. If it does not, try to weight-shift towards the collapsed side. Ifthis does not resolve the issue, pull the brake handle on the collapsedside decisively and quickly all the way (100%) down and release it backup immediately. You may have to repeat this action to provoke the re-opening of the collapsed glider side. Do not over-brake or slow down theflying side of the wing (control the turn). Once the collapsed side is open