Niviuk KOUGAR 3, User Manual

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Good enough reasons to familiarize yourself with the maneuver and 
understand how to exit it.

To exit this maneuver, the inner brake handle (down side of the turn) must 
progressively be relaxed while momentarily applying tension to the outer 
brake handle opposite to the turn. The pilot must also weight shift and 
lean towards the opposite side of the turn at the same time.

The exit should be performed gradually and smoothly so that the 
changes in pressure and speed can be noted.
When exiting the spiral, the glider will briefly experience an asymmetrical 
acceleration and dive, depending on how the maneuver was carried out.

Practice these maneuvers at sufficient altitude and carefully.

6. SPECIAL METHODS

6.1 TOWING

The KOUGAR 3 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 inflated similarly as during a 
normal take off.

It is important to use the brakes to correct the flight path alignment, 
especially if the glider begins to turn. Since the wing is subject to a slow 
airspeed and with a high positive angle of attack, we must make any 
corrections with a high degree of feel and delicacy, in order to avoid a 
stall.

6.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT

Although the KOUGAR 3 was tested by expert acrobatic pilots in extreme 
situations, it was not designed for it. We do NOT recommend using this 
glider for acrobatic flying!!!

We consider acrobatic flights to be any form of piloting different than 
standard flights. Learning acrobatic maneuvers should be conducted 
under the supervision of qualified instructors within a school environment 
and over water with all safety/rescue elements in place. Centrifugal 
forces as high as 4 to 5 g can be exerted on the body and wing during 
extreme maneuvers.

7. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

7.1 MAINTENANCE

Niviuk we are firmly committed to make technology accessible to all 
pilots. Therefore our wings are equipped with the latest technological 
advances gained from the experience of our R&D team.

Careful maintenance of your equipment will ensure continued top 
performance. Apart from the general checks, we recommend actively 
maintaining your equipment.

A pre-flight check is obligatory before each flight.
If there is any damage to the equipment or you suspect any areas of 
the wing are susceptible to wear, you should inspect these and act 
accordingly.

All incidents involving the leading edge should be reviewed. A hard 
impact of the leading edge against a hard surface can damage the sail 
cloth.

Unsheathed lines provide increased performance, but this means more 
care should be taken when using and maintaining the wing.

Thanks to TNT, the wing has more safety and performance, but 
this means being more careful with the material. If any Nitinol rod is 
damaged, they are easily replaceable.