Niviuk KOYOT 3 P User Manual

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114. IN FLIGHTWe recommend that you read the certification test report.The report contains all the necessary information on how the KOYOT 3 Preacts during 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 KOYOT 3 P 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. Whenever necessary, control a situation, react to it and then re-establish the required speed.4.2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONSTo become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, werecommend practising within the environment of a competent trainingoutfit. The pilot must adapt their use of the brakes depending on thewing-loading and avoiding over-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 KOYOT 3 P’s profile stability, strong turbulent air maycause the wing to collapse asymmetrically in very strong turbulence,especially if the pilot is unable to fly actively and prevent the collapse. Inthis case the glider conveys a loss of pressure through the brake linesand the harness. To prevent the collapse from happening, pull the brakehandle corresponding to the affected side of the wing. It will increase theincidence of the wing (angle of attack). If the collapse does happen, theKOYOT 3 P will not react violently, the turning tendency is gradual andeasily controlled. Weight-shift toward the open, flying side (the oppositeside of the collapse) to keep the wing flying straight, while applying lightbrake pressure to that side if necessary. Normally, the collapsed side ofthe wing should then recover and reopen by itself. If it does not, then pullthe brake handle on the collapsed side decisively and quickly all the way(100%) down. You may have to repeat this pumping action to provokethe re-opening of the deflated glider side. Do not over-brake or slowdown the flying side of the wing (control the turn). Once the collapsedside is open make sure you return to the default flying speed.