Niviuk KOYOT 4, User Manual

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1. CHARACTERISTICS

1.1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR?

Aimed at the wide range of pilots, from beginners to experienced pilots 
who want to get maximum enjoyment out of each flight without any 
stress.
The wing is designed to give the pilot confidence as they progress, and 
to reach all their goals quickly and safely.
All this means the Koyot 4 offers an extra performance bonus 
compared to other wings in its class and gives the pilot the possibility of 
progressing to their first cross-country flights.

1.2 CERTIFICATION

The paraglider 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 he wing can resist 1000 daN of force.

The flight test resulted in the following certification for the KOYOT 4 in all 
sizes:

EN A

LTF A

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 A paragliders:
paragliders with maximum passive safety and extremely forgiving flight 
characteristics. Gliders with good collapse resistance in normal flight.
-Description of the skills required by the pilot to fly an EN A wing:
designed for all pilots, including pilots under instruction.

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 
smooth, even when fully accelerated. During glides, the wing maintains 
altitude and the wing remains stable. Improved turn precision means 
handling is less physical and provides better feedback. Inflating the wing 
is much easier and gentler, without overshooting.
Flying this wing is very intuitive, with clear and useful feedback about the 
airmass. It responds to the pilot’s inputs effectively and even in thermic