Advance Omega 5 Manuel D'utilisation page 45

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. It pre-
sents some risks with the high aspect ratio gliders if it is not perfectly and symmetrically ente-
red into and exited from. This has to be considered as a emergency manœvre. In addition to
this it can also damage the glider.
Parachutal stall/full stall :
The progressive application of both brakes reduces forward speed as is evidenced by the reduc-
tion 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 OMEGA 5 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
obstacle. Beware of your first landings with the OMEGA 5 as its performance will almost cer-
tainly be superior to your previous canopy.
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 allo-
wing the canopy to accelerate as this will convert into lift of several metres above the ground.
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Launching by winch :
The OMEGA 5 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 :
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• 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.