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Summary of Contents for MAC PARA Pasha 4
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
LOOKING AFTER YOUR PARAGLIDER..............21 TREATING NATURE WITH RESPECT ..............24 LINE PLANS ......................24 Line plan Pasha 4 -39 ....................25 Line plan Pasha 4 - 42 ....................26 FULL LINE LENGTHS ....................27 MANUAL FOR PARAGLIDER CHECKS..............28 CHECKS ........................30 TEST FLIGHT CERTIFICATE................... -
Page 3: General
The Pasha 4 must not be used during rain or snow-fall. The Pasha 4 must not be used in high or gusty winds. The Pasha 4 must not be used in cloud and fog. The Pasha 4 must not be used by pilots without sufficient knowledge or experience. -
Page 4: Overall Plan
The Pasha 4 has been tested by certification laboratory European Para Academy to LTF 1-2 / EN-B category. The Pasha 4 is certified for solo flight. The Pasha 4 has been load and shock-tested and passed with a load corresponding to 8G of the maximum weight in flight 220 kg. -
Page 5: Technical Description
The canopy of the PASHA 4 consists of 54 cells over the wingspan. The wingtips are slightly pulled down and this produces a kind of stabilizer. The Pasha 4 is a second rib diagonal-construction paraglider. Every second main rib is attached to the 4 or 5 suspension lines. - Page 6 The Pasha 4 is equipped with 5 risers per side (A, A1, B, C, D). The two central A-lines per side are attached to the main A-risers while the outermost A main lines are attached to A1 risers.
- Page 7 Tandem spreader bar The PASHA 4 tandem spreader-bar allows varied attachment possibilities, allowing for the difference in heights and weights of pilot and passenger. Changing the main attachment (karabiner - min. strength 24 kN) position can allow for weight difference: the front position (3) for heavier passengers or if their weights are the same and the back position (4) for lighter passengers.
- Page 8 Brake handle Loop for main karabineer Trim buckle Trims open Trims closed Trims neutral Slower Faster Riser lengths Pasha 4 Trims open Trims closed The lengths are measured from the main attachment point to the lower edge of rapid links.
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Page 9: Materials
MATERIALS Tissue (PORCHER SPORT, Rue du Ruisseau B.P. 710,38290 ST. QUENTIN FALLAVIER, FRANCE) Top Sail - Leading Edge - SKYTEX 45 E85A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 45 g/m Top Sail - Trailing Edge - SKYTEX 40 E38A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m Bottom Sail - SKYTEX 40 E38A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m Main ribs, Diagonals - SKYTEX 40 E29A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m Ribs - SKYTEX 40 E38A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m... -
Page 10: Technical Specifications
“GH”. These “GH” harnesses are different to “GX“ harnesses, which have a lower attachment point for the main karabiners and effective cross bracing. The Pasha 4 was not tested with harnesses with an effective cross bracing system. -
Page 11: Checks On A New Paraglider
CHECKS ON A NEW PARAGLIDER Before delivery, as well as during production, each paraglider goes through a strict visual inspection. Additionally we recommend that you to check your new glider in accordance with the following points. We recommend that you make this check after flying extreme manoeuvres or after tree landings or similar. -
Page 12: Flying The Pasha 4
FLYING THE PASHA 4 The following information must not under any circumstances be taken as a manual for practising paragliding. We would like to advise you of the Pasha 4's features and important information for your flying and security. Preparing for take off:... - Page 13 For the Pasha 4 we recommend take off from slightly tensioned lines. The Pasha 4 is easy to launch. If the pilot allows too much slack in the lines to the canopy the glider can get too much energy during inflation and the canopy can overfly the pilot, and this may lead to a collapse.
- Page 14 A pendulum movement of the canopy backwards is corrected by loosening the brakes in good time. In a calm air the Pasha 4 can reach its minimum speed (depending on the wing loading) by application of 70cm up to 75cm of the brake range.
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Page 15: Towing
(&( In case it is impossible to control the Pasha 4 with the brake lines the D-risers may be used to steer and land the canopy. Attention! Pulling brake too fast or too hard can result in the canopy entering a negative spin. -
Page 16: Motorised Flight
Asymmetric collapse: A negative angle of attack can cause all or part of the leading-edge of the Pasha 4 to collapse (e.g. in turbulent air). Basically the Pasha 4 will re-open spontaneously from closures of up to 70% with a change of direction of up to 180°. The time this takes, and the associated height loss, can however be noticeably reduced by appropriate action by the pilot. - Page 17 (&( canopy to re-inflate. If the pilot does not correct, the Pasha 4 usually self-recovers. However, if it does not self recover and the pilot does not correct the canopy can enter a stable spiral dive. “Cravat” / Line-over: In the event of some lines becoming tangled during flight (whatever the cause), the following action is recommended: The pilot stabilizes the glider by gently applying the brakes.
- Page 18 (directly overhead). This usually takes 3-6 seconds. The Pasha 4 generally flies backwards during a full stall but doesn't always form a front rosette. A frontal rosette can be formed by entering the full stall slowly.
- Page 19 Attention! The Pasha 4 is not designed to be used for aerobatics. Alternative (emergency) steering: If for some reason it becomes impossible to control the Pasha 4 with the brake lines the D-risers may be used to steer and land the canopy. Attention! Of course the range is much shorter (10-15 cm) then with the brakes.
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Page 20: Rapid Descents
To exit, release the inside brake slowly. The Pasha 4 did not show a tendency to remain in a stable spiral during testing. At high sink speeds or if the pilot keeps his weight on the inside, the wing can stay in a continued deep spiral and has to be actively exited. -
Page 21: Looking After Your Paraglider
B-line stalls: WARNING: Although it is possible to induce a B-stall with the Pasha 4, we recommend avoiding this manoeuvre, as very high loads occur on the ribs. Thus shortening the life... - Page 22 (&( • Be careful, not to allow snow, sand or stones to enter inside the canopy's cells: the weight can change the angle of attack, or even stall the glider; additionally the sharp edges can destroy the cloth! • Check line lengths after tree or water landings. They can stretch or shrink lines. •...
- Page 23 In Conclusion: The Pasha 4 is a modern paraglider. You will enjoy many safe years of flying with your Pasha 4 if you look after it correctly and adopt a mature and responsible approach to the demands and dangers flying can pose.
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Page 24: Treating Nature With Respect
TREATING NATURE WITH RESPECT Finally the call to practise our sport with respect for nature and wildlife! Don't walk outside marked routes, don't leave any waste, don't make needless noise and respect the sensitive biological balance in the mountain eco system: especially in the takeoff area! LINE PLANS Line descriptions:... -
Page 25: Line Plan Pasha 4 -39
Line plan Pasha 4 -39... -
Page 26: Line Plan Pasha 4 - 42
Line plan Pasha 4 - 42... -
Page 27: Full Line Lengths
FULL LINE LENGTHS Full line lengths Pasha 4-42 All lengths are measured from the loop of the main line up to the attachment point on the canopy. Brake lines are measured from the main brake line up to the trailing edge. -
Page 28: Manual For Paraglider Checks
MANUAL FOR PARAGLIDER CHECKS Check-intervals All paragliders used in flight must be checked at least every 24 months. For paragliders used by paragliding schools the period is 12 months. Personnel authorised to carry out checks A valid flying license and training course by National association are the basis for permission to carry out paraglider checks Identification of glider An identity sticker with details of certification and serial number is attached to the glider. - Page 29 (&( Line length measurement Lines should be separated and each line measured under a tension of 5 kg. Measurement is made from the line karabiner to the canopy according to the method of certification. Rib numbering begins in the middle of canopy and leads to the wing tip. Measured full lengths should be documented in the inspection record and are compared with certified full line lengths protocol.
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Page 30: Checks
CHECKS Name Company Date Signature & Stamp... -
Page 31: Test Flight Certificate
TEST FLIGHT CERTIFICATE PASHA – 42 Paraglider type: Serial number: ________________________________ Test flown on: ________________________________ MAC PARA TECHNOLOGY ________________________________ Confirmation by dealer: ________________________________ Technical data Biplace Pasha 4 Pasha 4 Size Zoom flat Area flat 39,31 42,65 Area projected 35,46...