UP Trango XC Owner Manual And Service Booklet page 11

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Dealing correctly with high-performance
paragliders following disturbances in the
air demands quite a lot from the pilot in
terms of reaction speed and skills. Safely
controlling such a wing during spiral dives
or other extreme SIV manoeuvres requires
continuous training in order to remain on
top of the situation. Besides, pilot mistakes
following collapses could rapidly lead to
cascade incidents and must thus be
avoided.
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The UP Trango XC is not suited for
training.
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The UP Trango XC should be flown within
the stipulated takeoff weight limits, found
in the "Technical data" section of this
manual. The weights mentioned are total
launch values, including glider, pilot,
harness, all clothing etc. The easiest way
to find your own total launch weight is to
jump onto your scales with the complete
backpack containing all your kit on your
back. UP International manufactures the
Trango XC in 4 different sizes. If you find
yourself having to choose between two
not entirely ideal sizes we recommend you
let your choice be guided by your personal
preference for being either a little light or a
little heavy on a wing.
The UP Trango XC responds to load
changes by flying either marginally faster
or slower, depending on whether you in-
or decrease the load. The glide ratio in still
air is not affected, and the minimum sink
rate only insignificantly so.
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