NIiviuk BI SKIN 2 P, User Manual

Page 1: ...USER S MANUAL BI SKIN 2 P...

Page 2: ...manual and we recommend you read it carefully The NIiviuk Team USER S MANUAL This manual provides you with the necessary information on the main characteristics of your new paraglider Whilst it provi...

Page 3: ...CHECK LIST 8 3 5 WING INFLATION CONTROL AND TAKE OFF 8 3 6 LANDING 8 3 7 PACKING 8 4 IN FLIGHT 9 4 1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE 9 4 2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS 9 4 3 ACCELERATED FLIGHT OPEN TRIMMERS 11 4 4 F...

Page 4: ...n number please see the final pages of this manual 1 3 IN FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR Niviuk developed this wing by adopting very specific goals to achieve optimum performance while minimising weight and volume...

Page 5: ...rlock System is an ultra lightweight high strength connecting system that aims to complement the light product range and replace the current systems based on the use of the maillons and or carabiners...

Page 6: ...method and optimises the operation while making the quality control more efficient All Niviuk gliders go through an extremely thorough and detailed final inspection The canopy is cut and assembled und...

Page 7: ...twists Check that the carabiners are properly fastened and securely locked Next the pilot s harness and then the passenger s harness must be attached 2 4 HARNESS TYPE The pilot should choose the type...

Page 8: ...Once the wing is inflated to the overhead position appropriate control with the brakes will be sufficient to hold it there We recommend practising inflating the wing in various wind conditions as the...

Page 9: ...N 2 P is especially easy to control using this launch technique Winds of 25 to 30 km h are considered strong for paragliding Correctly setting up the wing on the ground before take off is especially i...

Page 10: ...will find all the necessary information on how to handle your new wing during each of the tested manoeuvres Having this information is crucial to know how to react during these manoeuvres in real fli...

Page 11: ...held there The glider will first pitch rearward and then reposition itself overhead rocking slightly depending on how the manoeuvre was done When entering a stall remain clear headed and ease off the...

Page 12: ...to be careful and not handle them too heavily in case this causes a stall or negative spin The wing must be flown at full speed during the landing approach and the C risers will have to be pulled sym...

Page 13: ...sly release both risers The wing will then slightly surge forward and automatically return to normal flight It is better to let go of the lines quickly rather than slowly This is an easy escape manoeu...

Page 14: ...obatic flying The BI SKIN 2 P does not experience any problem whilst being towed Only qualified winch personnel should handle the certified equipment to carry out this operation The wing must be infla...

Page 15: ...on the equipment 7 3 CHECKS AND CONTROLS A complete inspection must be scheduled every 100 flying hours or every 2 years whichever comes first EN LTF norm We strongly recommend that any repairs should...

Page 16: ...cific knowledge and common sense Please take care Train under the supervision and guidance of a certified school Make sure you have the appropriate insurance and become a licenced pilot Assess your me...

Page 17: ...CTED AREA m2 26 17 SPAN m 10 39 ASPECT RATIO 4 12 FLATTENING 15 CORD MAXIMUM m 2 94 MINIMUM m 0 61 AVERAGE m 2 37 LINES TOTAL METERS m 522 HEIGHT m 8 24 NUMBER 394 MAIN 3 3 4 3 RISERS NUMBER 4 A B C D...

Page 18: ...RMANY UPPER CASCADES 8000 U 50 EDELRID GERMANY UPPER CASCADES 8000 U 70 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES DC 40 LIROS GMHB GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES DC 60 LIROS GMHB GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES 8000 U 70 EDEL...

Page 19: ...19 10 3 RISERS PLAN...

Page 20: ...13 d14 d15 d16 d17 d18 e13 e14 e15 e16 e17 e18 f13 f14 f15 f16 f17 f18 a19 c19 d19 e19 f19 st1 st2 st3 st4 br12 br1 br2 br3 br4 br5 br6 br7 br8 br9 br10 br11 A1 A 2 A 3 A 4 A 5 A6 2A1 2A2 3A1 A7 A 8 A...

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Page 22: ...The importance of small details niviuk com...