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Asymetric Front Deflation
The SPORT 5 is very resistant to deflations, however if the canopy collapses on one side due to turbulence,
then first of all control the direction of flight by countering on the opposite brake. Most normal collapses will
immediately reinflate on their own and you will hardly have time to react before the wing reinflates automatically.
Also controlling the direction will tend to reinflate the wing. However with some more persistent collapses it may
be necessary to actually pump the brake on the collapsed wing. The pumps on the brake should be long, strong,
smooth and firm. Normally one or two pumps of around 80 cm will be sufficient. Each pump should be applied in
about one second and smoothly released. In severe cases it can be more effective to pump both brakes together
to get the canopy to reinflate. Be careful not to stall the wing completely if this technique is used.
Symetric Front deflation.
It is possible that turbulence can cause the front of the wing to symmetrically collapse, though active piloting by
the pilot can largely stop this manouvre occurring accidentally. The same effect can be reproduced by the pilot
taking hold of both the A risers and pulling down sharply on them. In such a situation the SPORT 5 will
automatically recover on its own in around 3 seconds, during this recovery period it is not adviseable to apply the
brakes as this could stall the wing.
Releasing a trapped tip
On the SPORT 5 it should be very difficult to trap so that it will not come out quickly. However in extreme
conditions all canopies can become tied up in their own lines following a very severe deflation. If this occurs then
first of all use the standard method of recovery from a tip deflation as described in 'Asymmetric Front Deflation'
above. If the canopy will still not recover then pull the rear risers to help the canopy to reinflate or even the B
risers. Strong brake application will also help to release a trapped tip. A full stall can also release a trapped tip
but should only be tried as a last resort if a part of the wing becomes really knotted in the lines, and only if you
have practiced the full stall during SIV training. Recovery should only be attempted with sufficient height. If you
are very low then it is much more important to steer the canopy into a safe landing place or even throw your
reserve.
NOTE: Test pilots have tested the SPORT 5 well beyond the normal flight envelope, but such tests are carried
out in a very precise manner by trained test pilots with a back-up parachute, and over water.
Stalls and spins on any paragliders are dangerous manoeuvres and are not recommended.
Chapter VI
Storage & Servicing
Packing
a) Select a suitable flat area that is out of the wind if possible
b) Arrange the canopy with the underside facing upwards and the harness at the trailing edge. All the lines
should be laying on the canopy. At this stage you may wish remove your harness.
c) Roll up the canopy in sections from each tip inwards.
d) Then starting from the harness at the trailing edge, roll up the canopy squeezing out all the air at the same
time.
e) The rolled canopy will now fit neatly into its bag.
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