B-Line Stall - AirDesign UFO 2 Manuel D'utilisation

ii. B-line stall
This is an effective way of making a moderate to rapid descent but doesn't allow any forward
speed.
Initiation: Take hold of the B-risers (both sides at same time) just above the maillons and
slowly but smoothly pull them down, twisting your hands until the canopy shows a span-wise
crease at the B-line attachment points and stops flying forward. It is difficult to pull at first but
becomes easier as the airfoil creases. Your sink rate will increase while your forward speed will
reduce to practically zero.
Recovery: Let go of the risers smoothly but determinedly and symmetrically, the glider will
speed up and gain forward movement. The brakes are kept in your hands at all time during this
manoeuvre. When exiting take care not to pull the brakes.
ATTENTION: IF THE B-RISERS ARE PULLED DOWN TOO MUCH THE WING MAY LOSE ITS
SPANWISE FORM OR THE TIPS COME IN FRONT OF THE CENTRE OF THE WING. IN THIS
INSTANCE THE B-RISERS MUST BE RELEASED IMMEDIATELY.
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