GIN Atlas - Manual (Page 3)

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Contents
1. Gin Gliders .......................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Introducing the Atlas .......................................................................................................................... 5
For Pilots Who … .............................................................................................................................. 5
Cutting-edge Design ......................................................................................................................... 5
Manufacturing ................................................................................................................................... 6
3. Before you fly ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Pre-delivery Inspection .................................................................................................................... 7
Speed System ................................................................................................................................... 7
Brake line adjustment ....................................................................................................................... 9
Rucksack ........................................................................................................................................... 9
Your harness ................................................................................................................................... 10
Certified Weight Range ................................................................................................................... 10
Extended weight range ................................................................................................................... 10
Pre-flight safety ............................................................................................................................. 10
4. Flying the Atlas ................................................................................................................................ 12
Preparation for launch .................................................................................................................... 12
Take off ........................................................................................................................................... 12
Line knots or tangles ...................................................................................................................... 13
Min sink / best glide ........................................................................................................................ 13
Accelerated flight ........................................................................................................................... 13
Active flying ................................................................................................................................... 13
In turbulence .................................................................................................................................. 14
Losing altitude ................................................................................................................................ 15
Steering without brakes ................................................................................................................. 18
Aerobatics ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Landing with the Atlas .................................................................................................................... 18
Tow launch ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Motorized flight .............................................................................................................................. 18
5. Care, Maintenance and Repairs .......................................................................................................... 19
Ground handling ............................................................................................................................. 19
UV damage ...................................................................................................................................... 19
Packing instructions ....................................................................................................................... 19
Transport and Storage .................................................................................................................... 20
Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................... 20
Maintenance Inspections ................................................................................................................. 20
Repairs ........................................................................................................................................... 20
6. Reference .......................................................................................................................................... 21
Testing and Certification ................................................................................................................. 21
Technical Data ................................................................................................................................. 21
Line Plan ......................................................................................................................................... 22
Materials ........................................................................................................................................ 23