Fast Descents - SUPAIR STEP X XS Betriebshandbuch

Glider user's manual | STEP X
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FAST DESCENTS

The following techniques should only be used in emergencies and require prior training to be safely conducted. Appropriate analysis
and anticipation of the conditions will often prevent the need to use fast descent techniques. We will advise you to practice in still air
and preferably above water.
Big Ears
Pulling "ears" increases the glider sink rate. We
do not recommend the use of big ears close to
the ground
In order to pull "ears", grab the specific riser
(outer "A" riser) while keeping the toggles in
hands and lowering them until the win tips col-
lapse. It is preferable to collapse one side after
the other and not simultaneously in order to
prevent an eventual frontal collapse.
Once the "Ears" are folded and stabilized, we will
recommend using the accelerator/speedbar to
regain your initial air speed.
To reopen the "Ears", bring the accelerator/speedbar back to its neutral default setting, then let go the risers symmetrically. You can
pump the brake/toggles on either side of the wing to facilitate its reopening sequence.
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