Skywalk MINT User Manual

PRO GUIDE // MINT
6 Line System | Acceleration System | Flight Techniques and Characteristics Flight Techniques and Characteristics | Descent Techniques 7
To provide a better overview and to make sorting easier, the lines
have different colors:
> the AI, AII, AIII-main lines are magenta.
> the BI, BII, BIII-main lines are blue.
> the main stabilo lines are orange.
> the main brake lines are orange.
The lines are attached with loops to oval shackles and secured with plastic inserts.
The skywalk MINT has 3 risers per side:
> the AI and AII main lines lead to the A-riser.
> the AIII main line as well as the stabilo lines lead to the A2-riser.
> the B main lines lead to the B-riser.
A schematic drawing of the risers can be found at the end of the manual.
5 ACCELERATION SYSTEM
The skywalk MINT can be equipped with a foot-operated acceleration system.
The acceleration system effects the A-risers
Exact lengths of the accelerated risers can be found at the end of the manual.
B-RISER CONTROL
A handle on the B-riser allows the pilot to even out turbulence, speed and pitch while flying
on speed bar without having to release the speed bar.
At trim speed, make sure to set only short, corrective impulses, otherwise there is a risk of
stalling the wing due to strong inputs!
Any other adjustable, removable or variable devices are not available.
6 FLIGHT TECHNIQUES AND CHARACTERISTICS
WINCHTOWING
The skywalk MINT is well suited for winch towing. Make sure that you only use certified
winches and that you climb from the ground at a flat angle.
The pilot must have had proper towing instruction and must ensure that the winch
operator has had proper training that includes paragliders. When launching on a winch,
always fly with a lot of feeling and don’t brake too much as your glider will already have
an increased angle of attack. We recommend the use of a towing adapter.
FLYING WITH A MOTOR
Currently, the MINT has no certification for flying with a motor. You can find out the current
status of motor certification at any dealer or importer, or by asking skywalk directly.
You can find further information on practices and characteristics of flying in the
enclosed „BASIC GUIDE“.
7 DESCENT TECHNIQUES
BIG EARS
In contrast to the spiral dive, with big ears your forward speed is higher than your sink
speed. This descent method is used to quickly leave dangerous areas in a desired horizontal
direction. The danger of canopy disturbances in turbulent air is greatly reduced with big ears.
Proceed as follows:
> Step on the speed bar half-way, grab the outer B-lines (BIII) above the line shackle with
your palms facing outward and pull the lines down carefully.
> Keep the brake handles and the outer B-lines in your hands during the maneuver.
> To recover, slowly release the B-lines. The glider usually will reinflate by itself.
> As soon as the glider is fully open, release the speed bar.
Examples:
> If the pilot is surprised near a summit with little ground clearance by strong wind or a
thundercloud a spiral dive can’t help.
> If the pilot is stuck in very strong lift, it is advisable to exit the lift band with the use of
big ears and to find sinking air in which to lose altitude.
B-LINE STALL
This maneuver is not possible with the MINT.
For fast descent use a spiral dive or big ears.
You can find further information about descent techniques in the enclosed “BASIC GUIDE”.

Skywalk MINT Specifications

General

Brand	Skywalk
Model	MINT
Category	Aircrafts
Language	English