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wing loading
adjustment
range in mm
Aging in
flight hours
adjustment
range in mm
Minimum take off weight
+ 15
>
100
+ 5
Middle weight
+ 5
>
200
+ 10
Maximum take off weight
0
>
300
+ 15
If all factors would require a total correction we recommend the correction of
the lines to original lengths (aging correction) so that only the adjustment
for flying at the lower limit is regulated by the TSO.The correction to the
lines or any other repairs should only be carried out at an authorized ICARO
centre.
Flying with the
MAVERICK 3
Harness
The
MAVERICK 3
is certified for use with harnesses GH type. Practically all
modern harnesses are GH type harnesses. Older harnesses with fixed cross belts
(GX type) are not certified and should not be used.
The adjustment of the harness chest strap controls the distance between
karabiners and affects the handling and stability of the glider. Excessive tightening
the chest strap increases stability but also the risk of twists following glider
collapse, and it also increases the frequency of getting collapses due to poor
feedback from the glider.
Be aware that relative brake travel also changes with the height of the
connections.
The risk of twisting is also strongly affected by the seating position of pilot. Flying
in a laid back (reclined) position makes it much more difficult to react in time to
prevent riser twisting. With the chest strap in a more closed position the glider also
has more tendency to maintain a stable spiral, lengthening of the chest strap gives
more feedback from the glider but decreases stability.
ICARO paragliders recommends setting a distance of 42cm to 50cm between the
karabiners, depending on the size and design of the harness.
Flight preparation
Whilst unfolding your paraglider check the canopy and cell walls for damage.
Always take into consideration that the paraglider may have become damaged
during transportation.
Make sure that no sand, stones or snow get inside the canopy as the extra
weight collected in the trailing edge may slow down or even stall the glider.
Sharp edges damage the canopy.
Check the lines for knots, twisting and damage, the brake lines for knots, kinks
and their symmetric. Loose or incorrect brake knots can cause serious
accidents through loss of the steering of the glider! The correct length of the
main brake line must not be altered.
Separate the line groups carefully and bring the risers in order. All lines must
run freely from harness to canopy. It is equally important that the lines are
unhindered and cannot get caught up during the launch. The brake lines lay
directly on the ground, so pay attention that they do not get caught during
launch.
