Basic Flight Techniques; Take-Off Check List - Ozone MAGNUM II Betriebshandbuch

BASIC FLIGHT TECHNIQUES

Before flying tandem it is important that you are a competent and
experienced pilot that has received appropriate training and attained
the necessary qualifications. Taking passengers for a paragliding flight
is a huge responsibility and not one to be taken lightly. It is important
especially if the passenger is new to the sport that they receive a
thorough pre flight briefing so that they are aware of all the possible
incidents that may occur during the flight, and how to react to them.
To familiarise yourself with the glider it is a good idea to perform
practice inflations and small flights on a training hill. This will enable
you to set up your equipment correctly.
Lay out the Magnum2 on its top surface in a pronounced arc, with
the centre of the wing higher than the tips. Lay out the lines one
side at a time. Hold up the risers and starting with the brake lines,
pull all lines clear. Repeat with the D, C, B and A lines, laying the
checked lines on top of the previous set, and making sure no lines are
tangled, knotted or snagged. Mirror the process on the other side.

Take-off check list:

1. Check reserve parachute - pin in and handle secure
2. Helmets on and fastened
3. All harness buckles closed on the pilot and passenger - check leg
straps again
4. Karabiners and maillons tight
5. Lines cleared
6. Leading edge open
7. Trimmers set equally
8. Aligned directly into wind
9. Airspace and visibility clear
Launching
Your Magnum2 will launch with either the forward or reverse tech-
niques. Whilst inflating your wing, you should hold both of the A risers
(main A and baby A) on each side. Once clipped in, and you have gone
through the take-off check list (above), stand central to the wing to
ensure an even and progressive inflation. Releasing the trims approx
2cm from the white line will ensure a faster inflation.
Forward Launch - Nil to Light winds
When the wind is right, move forward, your lines should become tight
within one or two steps. The Magnum2 will immediately start to
inflate. You should maintain a constant pressure on the risers until
the wing is overhead.
Do not pull down or push the risers forward excessively, this will
cause the leading edge to deform and make inflation difficult. Move
smoothly throughout the entire launch, there is no need to rush or
snatch at it. You should have plenty of time to look up and check your
canopy before committing yourself. Once you are happy that the wing
is inflated correctly, accelerate smoothly off the launch.
Reverse Launch - Light to Strong Winds
Lay out your Magnum2 as you would for the forward launch. However,
this time turn to face the wing, passing one entire set of risers over
your head as you turn. Now you can pull the Magnum2 by it's A-
risers. Once the wing is overhead, brake it gently, turn and launch.
In stronger winds, be prepared to take a few steps towards the
glider as it inflates. (Remember to brief your passenger that they
may need to take a few steps backwards). This will take some of the
energy out of the glider and it will be less likely to over fly you and
pull you off the ground. This reverse-launch technique can be used in
surprisingly light winds too.
IMPORTANT: Never take off with a glider that is not fully
inflated or if you are not in control of the pitch/roll of your
wing.
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