NIVIUK GLIDERS PEAK 5, User Manual

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1. CHARACTERISTICS

1.1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR?

This wing is designed for cross-country flights and competitions. 
Aimed at advanced, experienced pilots and high-level competition pilots.
The optimisation of the profile and the internal structure make the fifth 
generation a fast and top performance wing with the smoothest and 
most direct handling in its class. The internal structure allows the wing to 
reach high speed without compromising on stability. Therefore, it is not 
necessary to sacrifice speed in order to gain stability. With this wing, the 
pilot will have the feeling of great safety and confidence.

1.2 CERTIFICATION

The PEAK 5 has been submitted for the European EN and LTF 
certification. All certification tests were performed at the Swiss testing 
house Air Turquoise. All sizes passed the load, shock and flight tests.

The load test proved that the wing can withstand the stipulated 8G. 

The shock test proved that the wing can resist 1000 daN of force.

The flight test resulted in the following certification for all sizes:

EN  D
LTF D

We recommend that only pilots who are familiar with gliders of this 
certification or above fly this paraglider.

Only the aeronautical authorities of respective countries can determine 
pilot competence.

We recommend pilots read the flight test report carefully,  
especially the comments of the test pilot. The report contains all the 
necessary information on how the paraglider reacts during each of the 
tested manoeuvres.

It is important to note that different size wings will react differently during 
manoeuvres. Even within the same size, at maximum or minimum load, 
the behaviour and reactions of the wing may vary

Description of flight characteristics of LTF/EN D paragliders:
Paragliders with demanding and unique flight characteristics with 
potentially violent reactions in turbulence and to pilot errors.  
 Normal flight recovery requires precise pilot intervention. 

- Description of the pilot skills required for an EN D wing:
For pilots trained in recovery techniques, who fly very actively, have 
significant experience of flying in turbulent conditions and who accept 
the consequences of flying with this type of wing.

For further information on the flight test and the corresponding 
certification number, please see the final pages of this manual or see 

niviuk.com.

1.3 IN-FLIGHT BEHAIVOR

Niviuk developed this wing by adopting very specific goals: to improve 
performance, excellent handling; to facilitate more control for the pilot. 

To increase performance while maintaining the highest level of 
safety. To ensure that the wing transmits the maximum feedback in 
an understandable and comfortable way so that the pilot can focus 
on piloting and enjoying the flight. And, with smooth handling, take 
advantage of all favourable conditions. 

In all aspects of flight, the wing is very solid and stable. The glide is