Niviuk LINK 2, User Manual

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1. CHARACTERISTICS

1.1  WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR?

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

The LINK 2 is a wing designed to be flown with a paramotor engine. It 
is suitable for any type of paramotor flight, but it is specifically designed 
for pilots who want to fly with confidence and safety, whilst enjoying the 
latest advances and technologies in paramotoring. It will delight new 
or experienced pilots who want both speed and solidity. It performs 
excellently during local flights or long cross-countries.

1.2 CERTIFICATION

Air Turquoise thoroughly tested the structural strength of LINK 2 and 
certifies its compliance with all DGAC stipulations. The test procedure 
was defined in accordance with the methodology of the EN 926-1:2015 
and LTF NFL II-91/09 chapter 3 standards.

The shock test proved that the wing can resist 1200 daN of force.
The load test passed the requirement to withstand the 5.25 G of its 
maximum take off load for 3 seconds. 267 kg.  

Only the aeronautical authorities of respective countries can determine 
pilot competence

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

niviuk.com

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1.3 IN-FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR

The NIVIUK Team has carried out extensive and meticulous design work 
on the LINK 2. After several prototypes and many hours of test flying, 
numerous adjustments were made. These prototypes were then tested in 
all types of flight conditions. This intense development work supported 
by the combined experience of the whole team has resulted in a wing 
with unbeatable flight behaviour.

This intense development work was underpinned by the combined 
experience of the whole team and has resulted in a wing with incredible 
flight behaviour.

Thanks to the leading edge reinforcements and the SLE (Structured 
Leading Edge), the wing distinguishes itself with light handling, precise 
response, manoeuvrability, safety and high stability. With these 
characteristics, it is perfect for powered flight.
Its inflation behaviour is the first step to appreciating its obedient 
character.  Its lightness, both in terms of weight and handling, has 
a positive impact on all its flying attributes, allowing you to fly with 
complete freedom.

The addition of SLE technology with its light weight and structured cells 
ensures that every inflation and take off remains simple and uneventful. 
Thanks to the LINK 2’s controlled and progressive inflation rate the pilot 
remains in complete control of the wing throughout all stages of the take 
off. This allows extra time to position the wing in the perfect pre-launch 
position directly above the head. 

The running phase is perhaps one of the most critical when taking off 
with a powered wing, so any technological assistance is an advantage 
to take off easily and safely. During take off in order to create sufficient 
lift traditional profiles demand high forward speed, in other words, a long 
and fast run. The new technological features on the LINK 2 facilitate 
early lift off and therefore reducing the amount of time and physical effort