Normal Flight - Nova PRION 3 Handbuch

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Colour-coded for additional safety
In general aviation green represents right and red represents left. We
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have used this colour scheme in our paragliders: the hang points on
the right are green, on the left they are red. Additionally, the risers are
Right is green, left
is red – this colour marked »L« and »R«. This should assist you in your pre-flight preparati-
scheme helps you to
on and helps to avoid attaching the glider incorrectly - especially when
avoid clipping your
reverse launching.
wing to your harness
incorrectly.
The colour scheme is continued in the NOVA ALTUS, our all-round har-
ness: right is green, left is red. This means that combining the PRION 3
with the ALTUS offers a significant safety advantage. More on this topic
in the »Suitable harnesses« section.
Take off
General
The pilot has the responsibility to check that their entire equipment is
in full working order; in particular, the wing, harness and the parachute.
Immediately before launch we recommend the following pre-flight
check, which should be conscientiously performed before every take
off. Sadly, many launch accidents result from an omitted pre-flight
check.
1. Buckled-up: leg and chest straps are connected, helmet chin strap
is closed
2. Clipped-in: risers are not twisted, speed system is correctly connec-
ted, carabiners are locked
3. Lines: A-lines are on top, all lines are sorted and free of knots, brake
lines run cleanly through the low friction rings
4. Canopy: wing is laid out on launch in an arc with leading edge open
5. Wind and air space: wind is suitable for take off, air space is clear
The PRION 3 distinguishes itself by its easy inflation behaviour (both
during forward and reverse launch) and without wanting to hang back.
The wing climbs cleanly and directly without a tendency to overshoot.
Confident launches can only be learnt by practise – there is only a li-
mited knowledge to be gained from books and descriptions. So here
is a tip: use every opportunity on a training hill to perfect your launch
technique. Ideally, have an experienced colleague or instructor with
you to provide feedback.
Tow launch
When towing, the PRION 3 displays no peculiarities. Please note that
it is important to climb away from the ground at a shallow angle.
We recommend the use of a tow adapter. This adapter is connected to
the main carabiners and links them with the tow release.

Normal flight

The PRION 3 has its best glide performance at trim speed, i.e. when
the brakes are fully released. In calm air, the wing will travel the grea-
test distance over a given height.
With headwind or a sinking airmass, maximum glide can be achieved
by using the speed system. During accelerated flight in turbulent air,
attention should be paid to the dynamic reaction of the wing in case of
a collapse. Lots of height above the ground is advisable.
In strong turbulence it is advisable to gently pull both brakes to increa-
se stability. The brakes provide feedback about the surrounding air,
which is needed for active flying.
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Overall, the launch
behaviour is very
simple. The wing
forgives errors. No
special skills are
needed to launch the
wing.