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THE Paratrike wing - INFORMATION
Take off weight
Tow release take off
Tandem flight
If your take off weight is between two weight ranges we suggest the following procedure:
With two sizes, the smallest indicated for monotrike pilots up to 240 kg and the largest
for double paratrikes with up to 380 kg takeoff weight.
The Hercules 2 can be used for towed flight. The used equipment must be certified, the
team handling the equipment must be licensed and you must have done a workshop
learning this take off. Always use the special tow connection. The take off only should be
done if the canopy is filled completely and steady above the pilots head.
The Hercules 2 size 240 is not designed and is not certified for dual flight.
The Hercules 2 size 380 is designed and certified for dual flight.
It’s not recommended to fly outside the weight range.
Each paratrike wing seize is dedicated to a certain weight range, from a minimum take
off weight to a maximum. The take off weight is the sum of the weight of:
1. The pilot.
2. Paratrike wing.
3. The paratrike with reserve.
4. All flight accessories.
PREPARING FOR FLIGHT
Laying out the paratrike wing
Harness
- Choose an easy training elevation with less inclination for the first flight, without
obstacles and a day with easy weather conditions.
- Open your canopy and lay him down in shape of a horseshoe.
- Check fabric and lines, if there is any damage or fatigue caused by wear.
- Check if all quick links are closed.
- Identify, separate and organize all risers A, B, C1, C2 and the brake lines.
The regulated distance between the large clips (adjustable at the chest) is 50cm for the
Hercules 2. Variations of more than 5 cm above these ones will alter the fundamental
characteristics of the canopy and are potentially dangerous.
If the distance is not within the range, the glider could have extreme,
dangerous or abnormal reaction in flight.
It is extremely important that there are no entanglements and/or bunched
lines present.
