Normal Flight - Ozone UltraLite 3 Handbuch

check your canopy before committing yourself.
Once you are happy that the Utralite3 is inflated correctly, acceler-
ate smoothly off the launch.
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Reverse Launch Light to Strong Winds
Lay out your Utralite3 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. To inflate the Utralite3 hold the A-risers, but
mainly use your weight and tension in the lines to bring the glider up.
Only use gentle force on the A risers if necessary to bring the glider
fully overhead. Once the wing is overhead, brake gently to stop any
overshoot, turn and smoothly accelerate in order to launch.
In stronger winds, be prepared to take a few steps towards the
glider as it inflates. This will take some of the energy out of the glider
and it will be less likely to over fly you
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.
In Flight Characteristics
The Utralite3 shows no unusual flying characteristics, consequently
it is suitable for a very wide range of pilot. Turns are smooth and co-
ordinated, on glide it remains solid and well pressured, even through
the accelerated speed range. It has a very high resistance to both
collapses and stalls. However, to get the most out of your Utralite3
we advise you to consider the following information:

Normal Flight

Flying at 'trim speed' (hands-up), your glider will achieve its 'best
glide' speed. Apply the brakes approximately 30cm to reach the
minimum-sink rate. To increase your speed for headwind glides, use
the accelerator bar which will give you an increase in speed of up to
10km/h.
Turning
To familiarise yourself with the Utralite3 your first turns should be
gradual and progressive.
To make efficient and co-ordinated turns with the Utralite3 first look
in the direction you want to go, then lean into it. Your first input for
directional change should be weight-shift, followed by the smooth
application of the brake until the desired bank angle is achieved. To
regulate the speed and radius of the turn, use the outer brake.
IMPORTANT: never initiate a turn at minimum speed (i.e.
with full brakes on) as you could risk entering a spin.
REMEMBER: This is a small glider with a high wing loading,
turns are consequently more dynamic and immediate rela-
tive to a larger model. Turns should be innitiated smoothly
and progressively, epecially when flown close to a hill.
Landing
The Utralite3 shows no unusual landing characteristics but as a
reminder, here are some tips:
The Utralite3 shows no unusual landing characteristics but as a
reminder, here are some tips:
• Allow the glider to fly at glide at full speed for your final descent
until you are around 1 metre above the ground. Apply the brakes
slowly and progressively to slow the glider down until the glider
stalls and you are able to step on to the ground.
• Be careful not to flare too hard at full speed as the glider might
climb again before stalling. If the glider does begin to climb, ease
off the brakes until it stops climbing, then flare again, but slower
this time. If this does happen, don't put your hands up! You
should keep the brakes at mid speed, stand up, be ready to run
and make sure you brake fully as you arrive on the ground.
• Always land heading into wind!
• In light winds you need a strong, long and progressive flare to
bleed off all your excess ground speed. In strong winds your for-
ward speed is already low so you are flaring to soften the impact
as you touch down.
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