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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    LOOKING AFTER YOUR GLIDER ................28 TREATING NATURE WITH RESPECT ..............30 LINE PLANS ......................31 Line plan MacJet – 22 (S) ..................32 Line plan MacJet – 24 (M)..................33 Line plan MacJet – 26 (L)..................34 Line plan MacJet – 28 (XL) ..................35 Line plan MacJet –...

  • Page 3: General

    Please read this manual carefully and note following details: The purpose of this manual is to offer guidelines to the pilot in the use of the MacJet and is in no way intended to be used as a training manual for this or any other paramotoring glider or even a paraglider.

  • Page 4: Pilot Level Requirements

    Therefore never fly in such conditions. Even though it is possible to use the MacJet for free flying, please note it is not EN certified. We have made a great paramotoring glider but do not want to deceive you with EN certification like some manufacturers do.

  • Page 5: Technical Description

    The canopy of the MACJET consists of 58 cells over the wingspan. The wingtips are slightly pulled down and this acts as a kind of stabilizer. The MacJet is a second rib diagonal-construction paramotoring glider. Every main rib is attached to 4 or 5 suspension lines.

  • Page 6: Risers

    RISERS The MacJet 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 (colored in red) while outermost A main lines are attached to A1 risers. The 3 B-main lines and the B stabilizer lines are attached to the B-riser.
  • Page 7 RISERS Brake handles: Special MacJet brake handles are equipped with swivels, neodyme magnets and extending soft loops. The brake handle can be modified according to the pilot’s wishes from soft to semi-rigid or to rigid using different inserts. Strong neodyme magnets hold the brake handles perfectly to the D risers while attaching and releasing works very easily and quickly during flight.
  • Page 8 The MacJet has a wide speed range in flight thanks different trim settings. The MacJet trims have a deceleration range of 6 cm and 12 cm of acceleration. On the faster setting (trims fully open or accelerated) the wing’s speed increases.

  • Page 9: Trimming

    TRIMMING...

  • Page 10: 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 11: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Paramotoring (reflex) glider MacJet MacJet MacJet MacJet MacJet Size Zoom flat 88,0 92,5 104,5 Area flat 22,02 24,33 26,21 28,44 31,06 Area projected 19,06 21,06 22,68 24,61 26,87 Span flat 10,73 11,28 11,71 12,20 12,75 Span projected 8,54...

  • Page 12: Setting Up The Controls

    Fitting the speed-system: Most modern paramotoring harnesses have pulleys attached for speed system fitting. The MacJet speed system, including the Brummel-hooks supplied, must be assembled as per instructions. The speed system cord is firmly attached (use bowline or other non sliding knot) to the foot stirrup (webbing or alloy bar).

  • Page 13: Flying The Macjet

    The following information must not under any circumstances be taken as a manual for practising paramotoring. We would like to advise you of the MacJet features and important information for your flying and security. Preparing for take off: As for any aircraft a thorough pre-flight check must be made prior to each flight on the...
  • Page 14 Check carefully that they are closed properly. Launch The MacJet is easy to launch but with a very weak or zero wind it requires appropriate launch technique. Before take off, recheck the canopy and trimmer setting, the direction of the wind and the air space around you! When the pilot is ready to take off he/she holds all A-risers and the brake handles in each hand.
  • Page 15 C- or D- risers, not the brakes. Using the brakes in strong wind will cause more lift, lifting the pilot up and dragging him/her much further back. A good way to launch the MacJet in reverse with a stronger wind is using the A lines in the left hand, along with the left brake toggle and the throttle (if you have it on the left side), and the D lines in the right hand along with the right toggle (and the throttle if you have it on the right side).
  • Page 16 FLYING THE MACJET Launch the canopy over your head and use the D lines to stop it over shooting. This stops you from applying both brakes (as when using standard reverse launch method) and pushing your hands back towards the propeller. Once the canopy is above your head you release the A and D straps and turn for 180 degrees into wind and accelerate.
  • Page 17 Do not forget - release the brakes. The MacJet can reach speeds of 39-43 km/h on neutral setting depending on the weight of the pilot. Always fly with sufficient clearance from the terrain. With power off the MacJet glides best with open brakes, descends best with lightly applied brakes and trims closed.
  • Page 18 In case it is impossible to control the MacJet 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...
  • Page 19 Pitching moment decreases. Released trims with brakes applied The MacJet uses a flap system in the centre of the wing on the trailing edge for improved take-offs and landings. This provokes more lift in the centre of the wing and also increases the pitching moments.
  • Page 20 The MacJet is easy to land. The final leg of the landing approach must be into the wind. There is a choice of two methods of landing with a paramotor. One without power (this minimises the risk of propeller damage) and the second with power.

  • Page 21: Towing, Jumps From Aircraft, Aerobatics

    Training makes the master, practice the landing until you feel totally safe. TOWING, JUMPS FROM AIRCRAFT, AEROBATICS WARNING!! The MacJet is not suitable for towing. WARNING!! The MacJet is not suitable for jumps from aircraft. WARNING!! The MacJet is not designed to be used for aerobatics.

  • Page 22: Extreme Flying Manoeuvres

    Asymmetric collapse A negative angle of attack can cause all or part of the leading-edge of the MacJet to collapse (e.g. in very turbulent air). The MacJet will re-open spontaneously from closures of up to 50%. The time this takes, and the associated height loss, can however be noticeably reduced by appropriate action by the pilot.
  • Page 23 A wet canopy or temperatures below zero centigrade (0°C) may also cause a stable parachutal stall. When releasing the brakes the MacJet will usually spontaneously recover from a parachutal stall within 2-3 seconds. If the canopy remains in a parachutal stall, it is sufficient to release trims or to push the accelerator.
  • Page 24 Attention! The MacJet is not designed to be used for aerobatics. Alternative (emergency) steering: If for some reason it becomes impossible to control the MacJet 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.

  • Page 25: Rapid Descents

    To exit, release the inside brake slowly. The MacJet 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 26 When the pilot holds the outside A1-risers on both sides and pulls them down, the MacJet easily tucks the outside wings and enters a stable descent mode. The pilot keeps hold of the brake handles along with the outside A1-risers in his hands. By braking on one side and weight-shifting, the canopy remains steerable.

  • Page 27: Golden Rules

    GOLDEN RULES • Always carry out full pre-flight checks before launching. • Never place your paramotor downwind of the glider. • Check that there is no fuel leakage. Do you have enough fuel for the flight? It is always better to have too much than to need an emergency landing. •...

  • Page 28: Looking After Your Glider

    LOOKING AFTER YOUR GLIDER Looking after your canopy correctly will prolong the life of your paramotoring glider. Deterioration: a few tips! • The canopy is mainly made of NYLON, cloth which, like any synthetic material, deteriorates through excessive exposure to UV. Hence, it is recommended that you reduce UV exposure to a minimum by keeping the paramotoring glider packed away when not in use.
  • Page 29 Any changes to the canopy lines or risers, except those approved by the manufacturer, will void the certificate of airworthiness. • The MacJet must be checked as a minimum, after two years or after 100 flying hours by the manufacturer or authorized workshops. Disposal: •...

  • Page 30: Treating Nature With Respect

    Also the certification placard must be present on the glider. Every pilot should be suitably qualified, have a valid license and 3rd party insurance. The MacJet is delivered with a stuff-sack, Velcro compression strap, MAC PARA backpack, repair kit and user manual.

  • Page 31: Line Plans

    LINE PLANS Riser lengths - MacJet Trims in neutral position Trims closed ( slower ) Trims open ( faster ) Accelerated + trims in neutral Accelerated + trims open The lengths are measured from main attachment point to the lower edge of rapid links.

  • Page 32: Line Plan Macjet - 22 (S)

    Line plan MacJet – 22 (S)

  • Page 33: Line Plan Macjet - 24 (M)

    Line plan MacJet – 24 (M)

  • Page 34: Line Plan Macjet - 26 (L)

    Line plan MacJet – 26 (L)

  • Page 35: Line Plan Macjet - 28 (Xl)

    Line plan MacJet – 28 (XL)

  • Page 36: Line Plan Macjet - 31 (Xxl)

    Line plan MacJet – 31 (XXL)

  • Page 37: Manual For Paramotoring Glider Checks

    MANUAL FOR PARAMOTORING GLIDER CHECKS Check-intervals All paramotoring gliders used in flight must be checked at least every 24 months. For paramotoring gliders used by paramotoring 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 paramotoring glider checks Identification of glider An identity sticker with details of certification and serial number is attached to the glider.
  • Page 38 MANUAL FOR PARAMOTORING GLIDER CHECKS 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.

  • Page 39: Test Flight Certificate

    TEST FLIGHT CERTIFICATE MacJet – Paramotoring glider type: Serial number: _________________________________ Test flown on: _________________________________ MAC PARA TECHNOLOGY _________________________________ Confirmation by dealer: _________________________________ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Paramotoring (reflex) glider MacJet MacJet MacJet MacJet MacJet Size Zoom flat 88,0 92,5 104,5 Area flat...

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