Bi Beta 3 - Immediate Boarding - Advance bi beta 3 Handbuch

BI BETA 3 : IMMEDIATE BOARDING!
With the long-standing success of the BI BETA 1 and BI BETA 2,
ADVANCE has become the benchmark manufacturer of tandem
paragliders, for professional as well as for leisure pilots.
The BI BETA has a lot of plus points, but what really makes the dif-
ference?
The answer is simple: the BI BETA 3 is one of the easiest and most
delightful paragliders in the tandem category. The friendly take-
off and landing characteristics coupled with the ease of control
inspire a confidence in the wing that allows both pilot and passen-
ger to enjoy the sensation of pure flight.
TECHNIQUE
The BI BETA 3 has a new three-coloured design just like the new
ALPHA, EPSILON and SIGMA.
The profile and suspension layout of the BI BETA 3 are entirely new:
- 4 risers but 5 groups of lines. Most of the cells receive a line
for more stability, safety and for a longer lifetime.
- The other cells have diagonal reinforcements and compression
straps, on the A, B, C, D and E lines: the distance between the
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cell walls always remains the same in order to maintain the
profile and give better performance in the turn.
- Reinforced leading edge, with Mylar : better rigidity and
stability of the wing.
- The cell width diminishes progressively as you go from
the centre to the wing tips. The 3 last cells are closed.
- The three-level suspension lines have been optimised to
reduce drag and make it easier to untangle.
TECHNICAL INNOVATIONS
- innovative Trimmers system with flat auto-block buckles
instead of claws buckles (which tend to quickly wear away the
straps). Trimmers give more safety in case the passenger is
light or the wind is strong. When loosing the trimmers, this
adds 7cm to the D risers and 3,5 cm to the C risers, increasing
the penetration of the glider.
- Big ears Kit, special for tandem: on a tandem wing, making the
big ears is generally very physical. That is why we have develo-
ped a system to fix the big ears. That enables the pilot to keep
the brakes in the hands.
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
As usual at ADVANCE, even the smallest details are important.
The BI BETA 3 is meticulously built, incorporating:
- All internal stitching
- The leading and trailing edges are reinforced with a Mylar border
- The winglets on the wing tips are aerodynamic elements but
also ADVANCE signature
- The lines remain in the correct position on their small quick
links with the incorporation of a plastic clip
- The brake handles are reinforced, easy to take and
comfortable. They incorporate swivel links to prevent twists
in the brake lines and have magnetic snaplocks to fix them on
the risers
- The wing tips have a Velcro opening for removing debris
- The braking system is optimised with rings that activate the
braking on the wing tips first.
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BEHAVIOUR
Take off
Easy and progressive inflation, even in a light or nil wind: the BI
BETA 3 rises progressively, without a hard point, comes straight
up, does not overtake the pilot and needs less speed to take-off.
In fligh
Progressive spiral braking: perfect speed and amplitude reaction.
The pleasure of the BI BETA 3 is similar to the BI BETA 2 but with
less brake range and more precision in the turn.
Landing
A good approach speed and a nice flare stops the glider instantly
so there is often no need to take a step!
Pilot profile
Its versatility and ease of use make the BI BETA 3 perfect for all
tandem pilots, professional or private.
The pilot of a BI BETA 1 or 2 will immediately feel confident when
flying the BI BETA 3.
The BI BETA 3 is also perfect for instructors using tandem flights
as a method of teaching.