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  • Page 1 Manual/Service...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    content introduction Page 39 description Page 40 line System Page 41 technical data Page 43 acceleration System Page 44 Harness Page 45 fllight techniques Page 46 descent techniques Page 52 extreme flight Manoeuvers Page 56 Materials Page 60 Maintenance Page 61 2-year-check Page 64 certification...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for choosing a skywalk Paraglider! We are sure that your trust will be re- warded with many hours of flying pleasure. So that you will feel comfortable with your glider from the very beginning, we recommend that you read this manual carefully. This way you can thoroughly and quickly acquaint yourself with your skywalk ARRIBA.

  • Page 4: Description

    Extensive testing and optimization, and the newest CAD Software have, with the ARRIBA, made it possible to develop a product that is suitable for almost any pur- pose.

  • Page 5: Line System

    Dyneema lines and non sleeved TECNORA-lines come into play. The skywalk ARRIBA has 3 A-, 3 B-, 3 C- as well as 2 D-main lines and 1 Stabiliser line. The last cell has a A and B Top line which together with the stabiliser top line, are joined at the stabiliser main line.
  • Page 6 Every pilot is responsible for his own safety and will have to ensure that his aircraft (paraglider) has been checked and serviced for its airworthiness before flying. You can only fly your skywalk ARRIBA with a valid flying license and in accordance with local rules and regulations.

  • Page 7: Technical Data

    tecHnical data Number of cells Area [qm] 22,57 24,76 27,06 29,36 Wingspan [m] 10,66 11,16 11,67 12,16 Aspect Ratio 5,03 5,03 5,03 5,03 Area projected[qm] 19,6 21,7 23,5 25,5 Wingspan projected [m] 8,55 9,37 9,76 Aspect ratio projected 3,73 3,73 3,73 3,73 average line length* [cm]...

  • Page 8: Acceleration System

    SySteM The skywalk ARRIBA can be equipped with a foot-operated Acceleration-System. attention: tHe dHv ratinG of SoMe Glider SizeS can cHanGe durinG tHe uSe of tHe acceleration SySteM in fliGHt. to deterMine WHicH SizeS are affected PleaSe cHeck tHe tyPe SHeet.

  • Page 9: Harness

    HarneSS The skywalk ARRIBA is licensed for all certified harnesses of the GH type (harnesses without solid cross-bracing). Be aware that the level of suspension changes the relative braking distance. caution: fully croSS-braced HarneSSeS effect tHe HandlinG draStically and do not lead to HiGHer Safety!

  • Page 10: Fllight Techniques

    If you use your paraglider for the first time we recommend that you practise some infla- tions and try some simple flights at a training site. This way you are able to get used to your skywalk ARRIBA. Layout the canopy so that the leading edge is slightly arched. The middle of the canopy should form the deepest point of the paraglider.
  • Page 11 Hold your arms slightly sideways and backwards like an extension of the A-risers. Before launching check the laid out glider. Further check the wind direction and the airspace! Pull rapidly and the canopy of the skywalk ARRIBA will launch and rise above your head. The canopy will inflate fast and reliably.
  • Page 12 If this happens you have to release the inside brake immediately. eMerGency SteerinG: In case one or both brake lines break you are able to steer and land the skywalk ARRIBA with the aid of the D-risers. active flyinG: Active flying means flying in harmony with your Paraglider.
  • Page 13 This way you will recognise a loss of pressure in your canopy and subse- quent collapse early and are able to react in time. ARRIBA is featured with a profile that mitigates turbulences. This provides high resistance against collapses, however it can happen without a pilots reaction.
  • Page 14 The skywalk ARRIBA can be landed easily. Make your final approach against the wind and let the glider slow down at its own rate. Further reduce the speed by applying the brakes lightly and evenly. At about 1m above the ground you increase the angle of attack by slowing down more and eventually completely flare out the glider.
  • Page 15 Place the harness with the seat board facing up on top of your glider and close the zippers. > Put the rest of your equipment (helmet, overall, instruments etc.) under the hood of your backpack. > skywalk now offers a special Packsack in which the glider can be gently packed cell upon cell.

  • Page 16: Descent Techniques

    Don’t just apply more and more brake without sensitivity. The skywalk ARRIBA enters the spiral dive with a high bank angle and makes a fast steep turn. The banking and sinking can be controlled by dosed pulling resp. loosening the inner brakeline.
  • Page 17 The skywalk ARRIBA has no tendency for locking into a spiral dive. In case it keeps turning under unfavourable circumstances (e.g. unintended asymmetry of the cross brace harness) you will have to actively finish the spiral dive. In this case shift your weight to the outside of the turn and simultaneously apply more outside brake.
  • Page 18 > The brake handles remain in your hands together with the outer A-risers. Braking and weight shift enables you to steer your paraglider. > In order to increase the sink and forward speed you can optimise this manoeuvre by using the acceleration-system. >...
  • Page 19 caution: all deScent tecHniQueS SHould be trained in calM air and WitH Sufficient altitude before uSinG tHeM in eMerGency SituationS and in turbulent air. Any extreme flight manoeuver and descent technique demands: > Training, either with an instructor in a paragliding school or during a safety training course.

  • Page 20: Extreme Flight Manoeuvers

    This type of instability never occurred during any of our test flights with the skywalk ARRIBA. Still, in extremely turbulent air or during exceptional piloting errors it is possible that the folded wing section might get tangled in the lines. The pilot may then stabilise the paraglider by careful counter-braking.
  • Page 21 Parachutal Stall. The pilot can recover from the Parachutal Stall by slightly pushing the A-risers forward at the mallions or by using the accelerator. The skywalk ARRIBA usually exits the Parachutal Stall automatically. caution: aS Soon aS you aPPly tHe brakeS durinG a ParacHutal Stall tHe ParaGlider Will iMMediately enter a fullStall.
  • Page 22 The canopy will drop backwards. Despite this violent reaction keep the brakes fully depressed until the canopy stabilises above your head. In a Fullstall the skywalk ARRIBA flies backwards but doesn’t always form a forward fac- ing semi-circle. This semi-circle can be achieved by a slower entry into the Fullstall. In order to exit a Fullstall the pilot will have to release the brakes slowly and symmetrically (Recovery time >= 1 sec).
  • Page 23 > One brake is pulled too hard when flying slow (e.g. in thermal flying). The skywalk ARRIBA usually re-enters normal flight immediately after the brake is released without any great altitude loss. Simply release the excessively induced brake until the airflow re-connects to the inside wing.

  • Page 24: Materials

    MaterialS The skywalk ARRIBA is manufactured from the highest quality materials. It was most important to minimize weight without losing durability and suitability for daily use. We know that the product life span of a paraglider is one of the decisive factors of custom- er satisfaction.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Rubbing and cleaning leads to faster deterioration of your paraglider. The PU and Alu- minum-coated cloth of the ARRIBA protects it well from pollution. If you still think that your paraglider needs to be cleaned, then use a soft and wet towel or sponge. Don’t use any soap or detergents.
  • Page 26 Only acquire new lines from the manufacturer or from an authorised skywalk-Service-Centre. Your flying school or your dealer will assist you to change a de- fective line. Check the correct length of the line before replacing it. Compare with its counterpart on the opposite side of your glider.
  • Page 27 8. If the glider will not be flown for extended periods of time, we recommend that you store it in the special storage bag from skywalk. Store in dry condition and away from light. 9. Never leave your glider inside a vehicle, when it is parked in the sun. The resulting high temperatures can generally cause damage to the cloth.

  • Page 28: 2-Year-Check

    ARRIBA model certification and all warranty and liability claims. cHanGeS to tHe ParaGlider: Your skywalk ARRIBA is manufactured within the regulated parameters of tolerance. These parameters are very narrow and must not be altered under any circumstance. Only this way the optimum balance between performance, handling and safety can be...

  • Page 29: Certification

    The many certification tests are the last hurdle in the devel- opment of a skywalk paraglider. The certifying test flights will only take place when the test-team is completely happy with the glider in question.

  • Page 30: Line Plans

    Plan The displayed line plan of the skywalk ARRIBA is only for demonstration purposes of the line con- figuration. Plans for other sizes can be aquired via flight schools, importers or directly from skywalk.

  • Page 31: Risers

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  • Page 34: Test Protocol

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  • Page 36 GmbH & Co. KG Bahnhofstraße 110 83224 GRASSAU Fon: +49 (0) 8641 - 69 48 40 www.skywalk.info GERMANY Fax: +49 (0) 8641 - 69 48 11 info@skywalk.info...

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