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check, then the MAESTRO 2 light can be controlled to a limited extent via the C-risers. In combinations with weight shi , relatively

good directional corrections are possible. A safe landing is also possible with this technique. The C-risers should only be pulled

down slightly to avoid a stall.

Attention!

If the brake lines are pulled too far or too fast, there is a risk of a spin/stall!

A one-sided stall (negative turn) clearly announces itself: the wing starts to lose inner pressure and shape during the curve. In this

phase, the inside brake is to be released immediately!

Landing

The MAESTRO 2 light is easy to land. In the final approach against the wind flare the wing at an appropriate height. Normally

about 1m above ground level, the angle of attack should be increased by more and more braking. When the minimum speed is

reached, the brakes are pulled to the max, the wing and this technique allows a so  touch down.

In strong headwinds you brake very little. Only when the pilot is safely on the ground, he stalls the wing with caution (possibly

with the rear risers).

Attention!

Landings with steep turns in the final approach are absolutely to be avoided (dangers resulting from pendulums)!

A complete stall can result in a very hard impact of the pilot even at just two meters altitude. Therefore, the brakes should be fully

pulled only just before touchdown.

Rapid descents

Attention!

All rapid descent maneuvers should be practiced in calm air and with sufficient safety height to safely use them in emergency

situations with turbulent air.
For all extreme flying maneuvers and rapid descents:

- first practice under the guidance of a teacher as part of a safety training.

- before initiating maneuvers, the pilot ascertains that the airspace below/around him is clear.

- during the maneuver, the pilot must constantly control the altitude above ground.

Big ears

Applying big ears is extremely effective and easy to perform with the MAESTRO 2 light. Initiate the outer A-risers (red/orange) by

grabbing at the top of the shackle on both sides, and pulling symmetrically down. The brake handles remain in the hand (without

additional wrapping). As long as the risers are held down, the wingtips remain folded and the sink value increases.
If wingtips do not fold completely at the beginning, it is advisable to repeat the initiation, pulling the A-straps faster and / or

grasping the outer A-riser above the shackle. The more impulsive pull and the larger amount of pull on the outer A-riser facilitates

the folding of the wingtips.

It is recommended to accelerate the wing additionally to increase the sink rate and the forward speed. It also compensates for the

increase in angle of attack caused by the added resistance of the applied ears.
To release the maneuver, it is sufficient to release the outer A risers back up again, whereupon the MAESTRO 2 light independently

recovers the wingtips.

If the ears do not fill completely by themselves, the filling can be achieved by a short brake input. It is important to ensure that it is

only a short and limited brake input, or that the brakes are released immediately.

Bunny Ears

The modern technique of pulling the outer C lines to initiate “bunny-ears” is not recommended for the MAESTRO 2 light. In

development we have reduced line consumption and line drag by reducing the number of lines. As a result The area held by the

outer C line is larger and pulling on the line affects a large area of the sail which can put the wing into a stalled configuration.

B-Stall

The B-stall is initiated by symmetrical pulling down (about 20cm) of the B-risers. The introduction forces are relatively high, but

decrease with increasing amount of pulling. For maximum effect, it is recommended to grab the risers at the top of the shackles.

Summary of Contents for MAESTRO 2 light

Page 1: ...1 Manual Version 1 02 vom 19 09 2022 ...

Page 2: ...as much weight out of the wing as possible without compromising on the pleasant feeling from MAESTRO 2 Technical description The MAESTRO 2 light has 78 cells across the entire span of which 9 cells each on the Stabilo are designed as closed cells This creates a very stable and homogeneous wing The profiles used combine high performance with a very forgiving flight behavior 4 levels of lines on the...

Page 3: ...e of delivery The PHI MAESTRO 2 light comes with a pack sack inner pack sack packing tape and repair kit Modifications to the paraglider The specifications on delivery match those the wing has been certified with Any unauthorized modification such as changing the length of the lines changing the riser will most likely result in a loss of certification Only the main brake line can be adjusted to a ...

Page 4: ...ally it is advisable to practice regularly on the training hill or by ground handling in the wind Straight on flight The MAESTRO 2 light has the best glide performance at trim speed with fully released brakes In calm air the glider is reaching the greatest distance at a given altitude In headwinds or sinking air masses you fly at maximum glide when you push the accelerator In turbulent air you sho...

Page 5: ...the maneuver the pilot must constantly control the altitude above ground Big ears Applying big ears is extremely effective and easy to perform with the MAESTRO 2 light Initiate the outer A risers red orange by grabbing at the top of the shackle on both sides and pulling symmetrically down The brake handles remain in the hand without additional wrapping As long as the risers are held down the wingt...

Page 6: ... the wing wants to reduce its bank rapidly The actual spiral movement begins with the leading edge nearly parallel to the horizon At this moment the harness banks and the pilot is pushed to the outside of the rotation movement The pilot should allow this movement to avoid a stable spiral situation see below Now the sink values can be varied by inner and outer brake If the pilot weight shifts to th...

Page 7: ...Fullstall is a complex maneuver whose correct technique can not be fully explained in this manual Those who want to learn this maneuver should do so under the supervision of a pilot who masters this maneuver perfectly the best way during a safety training The available brake travel down to the stall point depends on the wing size In turbulent air the stall can occur much earlier or significantly l...

Page 8: ...We strongly recommend to at least mentally practice the use of the reserve from time to time Grab the handle of the reserve in flight like you would do it in case of an emergency Many clubs or schools offer to throw the rescue for example in a gym The most realistic way of training is to use the reserve in real flight Many SIV Clinics offer that as part of their training Please use these possibili...

Page 9: ... bar asymmetrically If you push the right side further the wing will perform a left turn You may also turn with a smart riser like our R07 riser with the C handles Geometric data of the accelerator If the entire available accelerator travel is used the A risers shorten by 18cm or 20cm compared to the C risers depending on size see technical data Flying with the R07 riser usage of the C handle The ...

Page 10: ...de rods at the leading edge more as necessary If you pack the glider when it is wet or just damp it has to be dried later Don t leave it packed in a wet condition When you practice ground handling avoid crashing the glider hard on the ground with the leading edge as this might lead to damage Avoid unnecessary dirt or sharp stones touching the lines and the cloth Don t step on the lines if they are...

Page 11: ...ommercially used equipment school gliders tandems must always be checked every year This is also recommended for gliders under heavy load e g with more than 150 flight hours in two years or with regularly flown acro maneuvers We also recommend an annual check if there is a lot of flying in terrain that puts a plenty of strain on the material in rocky areas in salty air or especially after salt wat...

Page 12: ...12 PHI PHI eine Marke der Papesh GmbH Grillparzerstrasse 10 6067 ABSAM Österreich ...

Page 13: ... range kg 80 85 85 90 95 100 103 108 110 115 130 135 certified weight range kg 55 75 60 85 65 90 75 100 83 108 90 115 105 135 certification EN LTF B B B B B B B ext weight range motor kg 50 150 70 150 65 150 75 150 83 170 90 170 105 170 max brake travel cm 55 60 60 60 65 65 65 distance main carabiner cm 40 2 44 2 44 2 44 2 48 2 48 2 48 2 certification DGAC i A i A i A i A i A i A i A material Porc...

Page 14: ...14 Overview risers ...

Page 15: ...15 R07 riser ...

Page 16: ...16 Superlight riser RZ3 The mounting of the softlink riser line connection is demanding It should be done by an expert service workshop or flying instructor ...

Page 17: ...17 Overview wing ...

Page 18: ...18 Leineplan ...

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