Flying Curves
To enter into thermals or in order to achieve steeper bank angles
only brake on one side. Do this manoeuvre with a little bit of
"feeling", even though the "SWING-MISTRAL" minimal negative
tendencies.
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Flying in Turbulence
You should apply slight brake pressure, around 20 %. Try to keep
the canopy above yourself by actively working with the brakes.
This requires some training, but is essential for safe flying in
turbulence.
It also prevents the collapse of a wing. Nevertheless, should this
happen, it is important to maintain your direction and if necessary
steer away from the hillside. You must not attempt to raise the
canopy by "pumping" until you are once again flying straight and
stable on the correct course.
Note: If the collapse has occurred, use the opposite brake until
canopy is stabilised in straight flight. Better to little brake than too
much!
Acceleration
You need to practice using the foot-operated speed bar. To be
able to steer with your feet as well as with your hands is
especially important when flying in turbulence. When changing
from lift to sink it is essential to take your foot off the accelerator in
order to prevent a possible collapse.
Note: The canopy becomes more sensitive when the footbar is
being used. We recommend that in strong turbulence it is only
used inter-mittently, when descending. Should a collapse occur
whilst the bar is pressed down, release immediately. Steer into
the wind and "pump" as described above.