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Using speed system with big ears:
In order to quickly reduce height and fly away from danger we recommend the following:
place your feet on the speed system. Apply big ears. This will symmetrically collapse
1/3 of the leading edge and reduce the angle of attack. Apply speed bar to the desired point
and steer using weight shift.
B line stall:
Our experience indicates that a B line stall is not currently the most efficient manoeuvre.
In addition to this it can also damage the glider. We therefore recommend that this manoeuvre
is not flown with the ALPHA 2 because the thickness of the profile at the B lines makes it very
physical to do, even impossible when you are not strong enough to lift your own weight.
The profile is very solid and very difficult to bend.
Parachutal stall/full stall:
The progressive application of both brakes reduces forward speed as is evidenced by the reduction
in the presence of wind noise. After minimum speed the glider goes into a momentary phase of
parachutal stall which, if the brakes are pulled further down, is followed by a full stall with the glider
falling behind the pilot. The ALPHA 2 does not possess a stable parachutal (or deep) stall.
Landings:
We recommend you to select a landing site that you are familiar with, as well as having no
obstacles. Remember to build up speed prior to landing but do not let the brakes up
completely ; flare the glider by progressively applying the brakes before landing. Avoid brutal
braking after allowing the canopy to accelerate as this will convert into lift of several metres
above the ground.
Launching by winch:
The ALPHA 2 is suited to tow or winch launch. The glider does not require any modification
or particular manoeuvre for this type of launch.
Winch launch is only permitted if:
• The pilot has a winch / tow endorsement.
• The winch system is certified for use with paragliders.
• The operator has fully learnt how to winch paragliders.
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