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Flare LINE 8 - User Manual

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SPEEDFLYING | SPEEDRIDING | SNOWKITING
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Flare LINE 8 Specifications

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BrandFlare
ModelLINE 8
CategoryAircrafts
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Description

Pilot Requirements

Specifies the necessary skills and piloting style for the FLARE LINE, emphasizing its 'reflex' profile.

Disclaimer and Liability

Covers user responsibilities, assumption of risk, and exclusion of liability for parakite use.

Technical Data and Line System

Technical Data

Presents detailed specifications including size, area, cells, wingspan, chord, AR, and weight.

Line System

Explains the material choice and color-coding of lines for clarity and safety.

Riser and Flare System

Control Settings

Details best glide, full speed, and minimum speed positions for controlling the parakite.

Harness

Harness Compatibility

Specifies that the FLARE LINE is compatible with certified GH type harnesses.

Flight Techniques and Characteristics

Preflight Check and Maintenance

Essential checks before flight to ensure equipment integrity and safety.

Laying Out the Parakite

Guidance on properly laying out the canopy for a controlled and safe launch.

Forward Launch

Step-by-step instructions for performing a forward launch safely and effectively.

Reverse Launch

Instructions on how to perform a reverse launch for the FLARE LINE.

Turning

Techniques for flat and steep turns, emphasizing control handle usage.

Active Flying

Principles of active flying for maintaining control and reacting to air disturbances.

Landing

Recommendations for approaching and executing a smooth landing.

Packing

Instructions for conscientiously packing the parakite to maintain its quality.

Descent Techniques

Spiral Dive

Details on performing a spiral dive, including risks and control methods.

Rolling during Full Speed Position

Method for increasing sink rate using weight shifts in the 'full speed' position.

Extreme Flight Maneuvers

Asymmetric Collapse

Techniques to manage and reopen asymmetric collapses.

Symetric Frontal Collapse

Procedure to quickly reopen a symmetric frontal collapse.

Cravat; Line Over

Methods to clear line tangles and advice on using the rescue parachute.

Parachutal Stall

How to recover from a deep stall and precautions near the ground.

Negative Spin

Causes and recovery methods for a negative spin.

Wingovers

Description of wingovers and warnings about forbidden acrobatic maneuvers.

Fullstall and Materials

Fullstall

Initiating and recovering from a full stall, with emphasis on reflex construction.

Wings and Ribs Materials

Details the materials used for the upper sail, lower sail, and ribs.

Lines Materials

Lists the types of lines used, highlighting kevlar for length stability.

Flare System Materials

Information on the Dyneema Taurus line and Ronstan pulleys used in the system.

Wingloadings and Experience Needed

Tables correlating wing size, wing loading, and required pilot experience.

Skill Level Guidance

Guidance on choosing a parakite size based on wing loading and skill level.

Maintenance and Disposal

Storage Recommendations

Ideal conditions for storing the parakite to preserve its durability.

Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning the parakite without damaging the material.

Repair Guidelines

Guidelines for authorized repairs and minor cut repairs.

Line Repairs Information

Information on line types, damage, and replacement procedures.

Material Care Hints

Advice on protecting the parakite from abrasion, UV, and water damage.

Disposal Methods

Environmentally conscious disposal methods for retired parakites.

Maintenance Check, Homologation, and Closing

Maintenance Schedule

Details the required maintenance checks based on time and flight hours.

Unauthorized Changes Warning

Unauthorized modifications invalidate type approval and liability.

Homologation and Certification

States certification according to EN926-1 and advises checking local regulations.

Closing Remarks

Encourages proper care, respecting limits, and active piloting for enjoyment.

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