Windtech bantoo - Manual (Page 12)

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On final approach the pilot should have
hands up (keeping a feel of the wing and
flying actively in case of unexpected
turbulence) to let the glider build up
speed. This extra speed will meant that
the glider has more energy to convert
when you flare, and so leading to a sof-
ter landing.
In light or nil winds the pilot will need a
committed symmetric flare at around 1
meter above the ground.
In stronger winds less of a flare is needed.
The flight is not finished, and the pilot
and passanger ares never fully safe, until
the glider is safely controlled on the
ground.
Avoid letting the glider land on the lea-
ding edge. If the glider lands with force
on the leading edge it is possible to
burst the inner cells and walls of the
wing and you should carefully examine
the wing for any damage to the seams of
the ribs to the cells.
> weather to fly
If in doubt about the weather and flying conditions, do not launch! Before going flying
you should check the weather forecast & always ask more experienced pilots about the
conditions expected for the day. Never fly if there weather conditions are unsuitable,
especially with any of the following present or even threatening: Strong wind; Rain;
Thunderstorms; Cumuli nimbus; or Cumulus congestus. If you are already in the air then
get down safely before it's too late! Always be aware of the weather changing & if in
doubt land as quickly as is safely possible.
Even though the bantoo is DHV 1-2 this is not a guarantee against flying in turbulent
air. Remember that even an airline jet can crash due to rotors and bad weather!
> rapid descent techniques
It is likely that on occasion the paraglider pilot may find themselves in a situation where
they need to get down quickly, perhaps so that they can get out of danger and land safely.
Because of this it is recommended that all pilots should learn about the various emer-
gency descent techniques that are possible on a paraglider. For information, we shall
cover the basic techniques here.
More radical’s manoeuvres such as full stall, asymmetrical stall or flat spin are not des-
cribed in our manual. In order to learn more about and practice these manoeuvres you
should do a special safety (SIV) course over water with an expert instructor. There should
be a dedicated rescue boat standing by, and all safety precautions taken.