GIN Nano - Manual (Page 10)

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Accelerated flight
Once you have become accustomed to flying the NANO 2010, you can practice using the
trimmers on the front risers, which enables you to increase the speed of your glider, and to
have better penetration of the air in strong wind conditions. Caution: when flying accelerated,
your wing will react in a more radical manner in turns and the glide angle will be a lot steeper.
Active Flying
The Nano 2010 has a high internal pressure, high resistance to collapses and a high level of
passive security. However, it is recommended with this type of glider to adopt an active
handling style that will help you to fly safely. The key to active handling is to keep your glider
above your head. If the glider has a tendency to lag behind, raise your hands. If the glider has a
tendency to shoot forward, then control it with the brakes. In all cases, always remember to
keep sufficient air-speed and avoid over-piloting.
In turbulent conditions
The Nano 2010 is a very stable glider and collapses on one or both of the front risers are almost
impossible. Extreme turbulence could generate a collapse but the Nano 2010 will resume normal
flight in almost all configurations, so in case of doubt, keep your hands at shoulder height and
let the glider fly.
However, if the glider shoots forward violently, control it with the brakes immediately. To help
your glider resume flight more rapidly, it is recommended to have an active handling, without
being out of time with the wing’s movements.
Caution :
The Nano 2010 is not designed to perform manoeuvres outside the normal flight configuration.
Our test pilots have tested the various reactions in extreme situations; however we strongly
recommend that you do not perform stalls, manoeuvres and spins. It is also strongly
recommended not to fly aerobatics with the Nano 2010.
Landing with Nano 2010
Choose a landing area free of obstacles. It is recommended to flair correctly, it will enable you
to obtain a nil vertical speed and to slide on your skis. Do not make your last turn at low height,
or make a radical turn close to the ground.