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Section 02
Safety
Glider categories and guidelines
WARNING
The descriptions of flight characteristics
contained in this Manual are all based on
experiences from the test flights, which were
carried out under standardised conditions.
The classification is merely a description of
the reactions to these standard tests.
The complexity of the system paraglider -
harness means that it is not possible to give
any more than a partial description of the
glider’s flight behaviour and reactions to
disturbances. Even a small alteration in
individual parameters can result in flight
behaviour which is markedly modified and
different from the description given.
The German Hanggliding and Paragliding
Association (DHV) and its safety division have
developed guidelines which are based on many
years of analysing paraglider accidents and on
the experience of flying schools, flying
instructors and safety officers. These guidelines
should help pilots to select the appropriate
glider classification for their particular level of
flying ability. The information below relates to
the classification in EN/LTF certification. There
is also further information on the website of the
relevant licensing body.
EN/LTF certification
The TWIN RS 2 received B classification in the
final classification by the licensing body.
Description of flight characteristics
Paragliders with good passive safety and
forgiving flying characteristics. Gliders with
some resistance to departures from normal
flight.
Description of pilot skills required
For pilots who fly “actively” and regularly and
who are able to stabilise the glider overhead
even in turbulent conditions.
Target group and recommended flying
experience
The TWIN RS 2 was developed for professional
tandem pilots.
With its well balanced, uncomplicated inflation
behaviour, the playful and fatigue-free handling
as well as the excellent flair behaviour even in nil
wind, it is a reliable tool, but it is also very
convenient for private flying fun for two.
It offers absolute flying pleasure at the highest
level of safety and performance.
Suitability for training
The TWIN RS 2 is suitable for use as a training
glider.
Please respect the national requirements.
