General Information Before Implementing; First Flight - Nova MENTOR 3 Manual

Pilots requirements
The MENTOR 3 is a High Performance Intermediate glider. It is not suited for
Beginners. We recommend the glider for pilots who are already capable of
certain techniques, like controlling a glider in turbulent conditions: The pilot
should be able to prevent unwanted pitch or roll movement in bumpy air. If the
pilot enters a strong thermal, he should intuitionally release the brakes to stop
the glider from pitching backwards. When flying into sinking air, the pilot
should apply more brakes.
The MENTOR 3 pilot should also be able to easily fly steep turns without
unwanted pendulum movement. We think, that a pilot, who is not capable of
those basic techniques will not be able to use the huge performance potential of
the MENTOR 3.
We recommend to permanently work on your flying skills, by attending a SIV
course, by training take-offs an a training hill or by ground handling the glider.
All this will help you, to get a better understanding of your glider and to
become a better pilot.
Every pilot, who flies on their own has to be able to decide if their skills and
equipment is adequate for the respective conditions. The MENTOR 3 offers a
high level of safety, but misjudgements may still have serious consequences.
The best way to avoid misjudgements is a defensive approach to the sport.
Some times it makes sense to pass on a flight, instead of getting yourself into
conditions you cannot handle. Regular training improves your skills and
enables you to enjoy your flights, even in more difficult conditions.
Please consider these thoughts!

General information before implementing

First flight

Every NOVA glider has to be flown and checked through a NOVA dealer. This
flight (date and pilot) has to be entered on the stabilo of the wing.
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